Metallic Rectifier
Item Name Code (INC) 00299
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An electrical item (the working element of which is constructed essentially of metallic substances) which changes alternating current to direct current by the rectifying action occurring at the junction interface between a metallic conductor and a semiconductor. Excludes sets of metallic rectifiers which are not rated for rectifying capabilities but are used as suppressors. For items containing germanium or silicon, see SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE (1), DIODE; SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE SET and RECTIFIER, SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE. For a complete power supply utilizing metallic rectifiers, see POWER SUPPLY.
Additional Information for Metallic Rectifier
Metallic rectifiers are devices used in electrical systems to convert alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). They are part of the supply class Converters, Electrical, Nonrotating, which refers to electrical devices that convert one form of electrical energy into another without any rotating parts.
In the supply group Electric Wire, And Power And Distribution Equipment, metallic rectifiers are included as they play a crucial role in power and distribution systems. They are used to rectify the AC power from the grid into DC power that can be used by various electrical equipment and devices.
Metallic rectifiers are commonly used in applications such as power supplies for electronic devices, battery charging systems, electroplating, and various industrial processes. They are available in different configurations and designs, including diode rectifiers, thyristor rectifiers, and silicon-controlled rectifiers (SCRs).
Overall, metallic rectifiers are essential components in electrical systems, enabling the conversion of AC power to DC power for various applications in power and distribution equipment.