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A "generator" usually produces DC current. An "alternator" usually produces AC current. Older cars up to the 1960's used generators.
Newer cars use alternators (simpler design) with diode rectifiers to convert the AC to DC. Batteries are DC.
Some electronic circuitry (inverters) can change DC to AC.
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What type of device is used to increase to decrease the voltage of an electric current?
In an alternating current circuit the voltage can be stepped up ordown efficiently with a transformer.
What type of device is used to increased or decrease the voltage of an electric current?
In an alternating current circuit the voltage can be stepped up ordown efficiently with a transformer.
What type of device is used to decrease or increase the voltage of an electric current?
In an alternating current circuit the voltage can be stepped up ordown efficiently with a transformer.
What type of device is used to increase or decrease the voltage of an electric current-?
In an alternating current circuit the voltage can be stepped up ordown efficiently with a transformer.
What type of current is in homes?
AC alternating current
What type of electrical current is in most automobiles?
The typical automobile operates on DC (Direct Current) even though the typical alternator produces AC (Alternating Current) which is then converted to DC.
Which type of current does a transformer work with?
AC (alternating current)
Which type of current is used with toaster?
Alternating
What type of current is used to supply power to HVAC equipment?
Alternating current
What type of electrical current is used for three phase 408V?
Alternating current.
What is the abbreviation for the type of current that continually changes direction?
alternating current (ac)
A power supply receives what type of power?
It depends on the type of power supply. A power supply used in a desktop computer is generally supplied with AC (Alternating Current) and produces several levels of regulated DC (Direct Current) voltages required by the electronic circuits.
