The device used for converting continuous DC to discontinuous DC is known as a/an ________.

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  1. chopper
  2. rectifier
  3. oscillator
  4. amplifier

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Option 1 : chopper
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The device that is used for converting continuous DC to discontinuous DC is known as a chopper.

If the output DC is greater than the input DC, it is known as the step-up chopper.

If the output DC is smaller than the input DC, it is known as the step-down chopper.

Types of power electronic devices

Conversion

Device

AC to DC

Rectifier

AC to AC

Cyclo converter

DC to AC

Inverter

DC to DC

Chopper

Additional Information

  • Oscillator: It is a circuit that produces a continuous, repeated, alternating waveform without any input.
  • Amplifier: It is an electronic device that increases the magnitude or power of the input signal
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