For an ideal bridge rectifier whose transformer secondary has peak voltage Vm, the peak inverse voltage across each diode is approximately?

  • AVm
  • B2Vm
  • C4Vm
  • DVm/2
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Correct Answer: A. Vm
Explanation: In an ideal bridge rectifier, each reverse-biased diode must withstand approximately the peak secondary voltage Vm.
Reference: Standard electronics: bridge rectifier PIV