Unlike direct current, where electrons only move in a single direction, the flow of electricity with alternating current periodically reverses. Some smaller devices can operate using AC power, but many larger and more powerful electronics require DC power. Since electric generation plants only transmit AC power, AC to DC converters allow consumers to use their DC powered devices. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
MEGA Electronics, Inc.
New Brunswick, NJ | 732-249-2656MEGA manufactures AC/DC ITE and medical (60601-1 4th ed) power supplies in wall plug in, desk top and open frame packages up to 800W. Designed to get the job done at a reasonable price, supplies carry multiple approvals to make it possible to ship one supply globally.
Quail Electronics, Inc.
Livermore, CA | 800-669-8090At Quail Electronics, we are your power cord specialists. Our power supplies consist of green dot cords, high voltage cords, North American and international cords, specialty cords, plus adapters, plugs and strips.
Wago Corp.
Germantown, WI | 262-255-6222For over 60 years, Wago has specialized in long lasting power supplies. We offer AC power supplies, DC power supplies, AC to DC converters, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), AC to DC power supplies & high voltage power supplies. With quality customer service & technical support, we have thousands of power supplies for thousands of applications.
Cobra Wire & Cable
Hatboro, PA | 215-674-8773Cobra Wire & Cable produces the highest quality and widest variety of flexible power cable products -- in stock and ready to ship. Whether your application is Marine OEM or aftermarket, uninterruptible power supply, central office power, alternative energy or data centers, Cobra has the cable and hardware to match your electrical application.
Polytron Devices, Inc
Dover, NJ | 973-345-5885A cutting-edge power supply manufacturer, Polytron Devices products are sold worldwide. Choose from uninterruptible power supplies, DC power supplies, AC to DC converters, & more. Our linear power modules, switching power supplies, & DC/DC converters are tested to exacting standards for computer, telecommunications & many other industrial and commercial applications. In business since 1969.
AC to DC Converter - Triad Magnetics
AC to DC Converter - Triad MagneticsIn many cases, AC to DC converters are included as components in larger electronic devices and power systems, but they can also be used as external power supplies. Most people are familiar with the “power brick” component of a laptop power cord. This brick serves to change the alternating current from the wall socket to direct current as well as to lower the voltage to a useable level. This is an example of an AC to DC converter, and there are many similar examples seen in other electronic devices.
These devices are also known as voltage adapters, AC/DC power adapters, universal voltage adapters, or adapter plugs. Ideal as a household transceiver, cellular phone charger, automobile/mobile equipment, or portable equipment, an AC to DC converter has many uses. It can convert any cell phone or PDA phone car charger to a house charger.
An AC to DC converter makes it possible to get power from anywhere and at anytime. It can also be used to transform a traditional outlet into a power charger or as an adapter between U.S. and European power sources. Also phase converters are used in the AC-to-DC converter processes.