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What determines the polarity of a DC output of a power supply?

The polarity of a DC output from a power supply is determined by the arrangement of the internal components, such as diodes and transformers, as well as the direction of current flow. In a typical power supply, the positive terminal is connected to the anode of the rectifying diodes, while the negative terminal connects to the cathode. Additionally, the design of the power supply circuitry, including whether it uses a single-ended or dual-ended configuration, also influences the output polarity.


How do you connect the equipment to an approved power supply and where appropriate signal source?

To connect the equipment to an approved power supply, first ensure that the power supply matches the voltage and current specifications of the equipment. Use appropriate cables and connectors to securely attach the power leads, ensuring polarity is correct. If a signal source is required, connect it using the designated input ports, ensuring compatibility with the signal type and levels. Finally, verify all connections are secure before powering on the equipment.


How can the direction of rotation of a DC shunt motor be reversed?

DC shunt motor can be reversed by changing the polarity of either the armature coil or the field coil.


What effect does a diode have on a series circuit in which the voltage source changes polarity periodically that is and alternating current circuit?

In a series circuit with an alternating current (AC) voltage source, a diode allows current to flow in only one direction, effectively converting the AC into direct current (DC). This means that during one half of the AC cycle, the diode conducts and allows current to pass, while during the other half, when the polarity reverses, the diode blocks the current. As a result, the output voltage across the diode will typically show a pulsating DC waveform, characterized by peaks corresponding to the positive half-cycles of the AC input. This rectification process is fundamental in power supply applications where DC is required.


How do technology change supply?

It changes supply by how much is bought. The more technology that is bought, the less supply there is. The less that is bought, the more supply there is.

Related Questions

Why ac current attract?

As we touch an ac supply in which due to body resistance , we create a phase difference between the ac supply and us . As ac reverses polarity , so do we , but our polarity change is opposite to that of the polarity change of ac supply , hence our body gets attracted to the ac supply .


Why water supply does not freeze in cold weather?

the source is constantly in motion friction heat is iven of prevent vander waal forces


Which supply has polarity AC or DC?

DC has polarity, while AC is constantly reversing in polarity.AnswerWhile the previous answer is quite correct in the sense of 'positive' and 'negative' charges, it's worth pointing out that 'polarity' has a second meaning in a.c. systems. In a.c., the term 'polarity' is used to describe the correct connection of the supply's line and neutral terminals. For example, with an Edison screw lamp holder, to remove the risk of shock, it's important that the line conductor is connected to the centre terminal, and the neutral conductor is connected to the outer terminal. If this has been done correctly, then we say that its 'polarity' is correct. Similarly, if the terminals of a socket outlet (receptacle) are connected the correct way around, then their 'polarity' is correct. Testing for the correct connections in an a.c. electrical system is called a 'polarity test'.


Why can not you store AC power in battery like DC power?

Because ac is of changing polarity. It means the positive terminal becomes negative and vice versa... And this happens 60 times a second! So if we want store this, the terminals of the battery should be changed at the same speed as that of the supply which is not practicable ( and in theory it can be done by a electronic switch which constantly changes its polarity). So its better to convert this ac to dc, store it and then again to ac as in the case of a UPS.


What are examples of the terms trigger supply source of narcissist supply and narcissist supply?

1. The trigger of supply is the person or object that provokes the source into yielding narcissistic supply by confronting the source with information about the narcissist's False Self.2. The source of narcissistic supply is the person that provides the narcissistic supply.3. Narcissistic supply is the reaction of the source to the trigger.


Why is the live wire not called positive?

Because it is normally carrying alternating current which is alternating between positive and negative at 50 (60 in the US) cycles per second (hertz). Since the other end of the supply transformer is connected to earth at the substation the live wire is "live" with respect to earth. Usually it is used in conjunction with the neutral wire which is really just another earth at the substation.


What is an example of reverse polarity?

Reverse polarity means connecting a power source, or polarised componenet, with the positive and negative poles the wrong way round. If the positive and negative supply is connected the wrong way round in electronic devices, it usually causes damage, because semiconductors are sensitive to polarity. Sometimes protection is provided, so that reverse polarity stops the device from working without causing damage. Connecting a diode (or rectifier) in reverse, will block the flow of current, without causing damage and is useful in protecting circuits from reverse polarity. In some consumer electronics (especially CB Radios) the power input has a recitifier across the 12v supply. If it is wired correctly, the rectifier is in reverse polarity, does not conduct and allows the radio to work. If you reverse the polarity of the power supply, the rectifier is now in full conduction, across the supply, causing a dead short. This shunts any power away from the radio and blows the fuse in the line, thus protecting it.


What determines the polarity of a DC output of a power supply?

The polarity of a DC output from a power supply is determined by the arrangement of the internal components, such as diodes and transformers, as well as the direction of current flow. In a typical power supply, the positive terminal is connected to the anode of the rectifying diodes, while the negative terminal connects to the cathode. Additionally, the design of the power supply circuitry, including whether it uses a single-ended or dual-ended configuration, also influences the output polarity.


Why use blocking diode across the relay coil?

Coils have the strange property that when electricity is released from them, they reverse polarity and spike the remaining current back towards the source. The diode is there to "block" this from hitting the power supply and potentially causing damage.


How do you connect the equipment to an approved power supply and where appropriate signal source?

To connect the equipment to an approved power supply, first ensure that the power supply matches the voltage and current specifications of the equipment. Use appropriate cables and connectors to securely attach the power leads, ensuring polarity is correct. If a signal source is required, connect it using the designated input ports, ensuring compatibility with the signal type and levels. Finally, verify all connections are secure before powering on the equipment.


How do you protect drinking water from pollution?

Constantly test the municipal supply.


How do you find polarity in a coil?

To determine the polarity of a coil, you can use a simple method involving a DC power supply and a compass. Connect the coil to the power supply and observe the direction of current flow; the end where current exits is the positive terminal. You can also use a compass: bring it near one end of the coil while the current is flowing; the end that attracts the compass needle is the north pole, indicating positive polarity.