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A Diode, or a Bridge Rectifier is a electrical component that blocks electron flow in one direction, but allows it to flow in the other direction.

Usually made out of a Semiconductor called Silicon, A diode has an infinite amount of applications, but the most common is a Full Wave Bridge Rectifier. this device converts Alternating Current into Direct Current with 100% efficiency (except for the 1.4 volt drop between Diodes).

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