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Q: What device changes ac to dc in an alternator?
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A device which changes ac to DC is known as?

a device which changes ac to dc is known as 'conevrter' a device which changes dc to ac is known as 'inverter'


Is there DC alternator?

An alternator is a device that converts DC (direct current) to AC (alternating current). If you need to convert AC to DC, then you need a rectifier.


What types of device changes dc to ac?

an Inverter is an electrical device that changes DC to AC.


Alternator generates DC or AC?

An alternator produces AC current but it is converted to DC by the rectifier inside the alternator.


Do cars use AC or DC current?

Most automotive applications use DC, although the alternator is an AC device which uses a rectifier to produce DC. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Direct_current


What device is also called a rectifier?

A rectifier is an electronic device that changes an AC voltage to a DC voltage.


Which device is use to convert kinetic energy into electrical energy?

Alternator = AC electricity Generator = DC electricity


How do you convert a DC generator to ac alternator?

Turn the DC generator inside out and you have an alternator .


What the function of input rectifier at the digital multimeter?

The indicater meter is a DC device, so the rectifier changes AC to DC. A meter could not respond to AC.


Does a motor car emit ac or dc?

The engine itself emits nothing. The alternator does. The alternator emits AC, but it is converted to DC.


What is the name of the Device to convert ac to dc current?

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What happens if you put dc on ac device?

the answer is Rectifier. it converts ac voltage into dc which can apply to the dc device