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Some devices operate on AC and others on DC. Generally, anything that uses mains electricity (120V US, 240V UK) is using AC electricity and things that use batteries or are rechargable like cell phones, ipods, personal CD, use DC electricity.

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Does a computer use AC or dc power?

Both, in a way. Electronic components, including moth components inside the computer, need DC. However, since the power available in homes or offices is AC, a computer is designed to work with this. A computer has a power supply that internally converts AC to DC.


Can you use an AC Dimmer Switch on a DC fan?

No, an AC dimmer switch is designed to work with AC-powered devices, not DC. DC fans require a different type of dimmer switch specifically rated for DC power. Using an AC dimmer switch on a DC fan can potentially damage the fan or the switch itself.


Battery ac or DC?

Batteries can provide both AC (alternating current) or DC (direct current) power, depending on the type of device they are connected to. However, most batteries themselves supply DC power. Devices that require AC power typically use an inverter to convert the battery's DC power into AC power.


Can you use a ac fuse for dc?

No, it is not recommended to use an AC fuse for DC applications. AC fuses are designed to handle the characteristics of an alternating current flow, whereas DC fuses are designed specifically to handle the unique challenges posed by direct current. Using an AC fuse for DC applications can lead to safety hazards and may not provide the necessary protection for the circuit.


If ad is 10 units and ab is 8 units what is the measure of dc?

Given that AB = 8 units and AD = 10 units, we can use the ratios of corresponding sides in similar triangles to find the measure of DC. Since triangle ADC is similar to triangle ABC, the ratio of DC to AB is equal to the ratio of AD to AC. Thus, DC/8 = 10/AC. Solving for DC, DC = 8 * 10 / AC.

Related Questions

Mobile phones are ac or DC device?

All the cell phones are working in DC only


How ac change to DC?

by the use of inverter we can convert ac to dc.


Does Australia use ac or dc?

240v ac


What devices typically use DC current to operate?

cell phones, laptops, desktops, anything that uses a battery. most power supplies convert AC to DC at a regulated voltage and current.


How can a radio use both DC and AC?

Radios use DC power supplies to operate. If a radio is powered from a mains AC supply, a power supply circuit will convert the AC supply to DC. Therefore, a radio may have both a DC and an AC power input but ultimately, the internal circuitry will always use DC.


Does a car use DC or AC power?

the car use dc current dear


Can you run a DC unit off ac?

no the dc unit will be damaged . but , if you have no other options left then you have to use a rectifier to convert the ac into dc .


How do you increase voltage 5v-12v?

AC or DC? AC - use a transformer, DC - forget it - not simple or cheap.


How do you increase voltage 5v 12v?

AC or DC? AC - use a transformer, DC - forget it - not simple or cheap.


What are the main advantages of using a DC To AC Converter?

The major advantages of using a DC to AC converter are that it can reduce electrical consumption. Similarly, these converters can charge many important items, such as phones and laptops.


What instruments do AC to dc current use?

I would assume that you mean what devices do you use to convert ac current to dc current?The answer is Diodes.seediode-bridge


Why do you still use both ac and DC?

Because some appliances work with ac current and some with dc current.