Implementation of transistor rectifiers and comparison with diode rectifiers

This paper presents a comprehensive comparison of transistor rectifiers with diode rectifiers. In the modern-day electronics, rectifiers are used for the conversion of AC to DC voltages. The present investigation focuses on exploring the various rectifier circuits constructed using a transistor (BC547) instead of rectifier diodes (1N4007). Forward and reverse bias conditions of the diode were realized using a transistor. Half-wave and full-wave rectifiers were constructed using transistors. The obtained output waveforms were compared with rectifier diode waveforms. The calculated values of rectification efficiency are presented.