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rec·ti·fy
/ ˈrektəˌfī/
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v.
(-fies, -fied) [tr.]
1.
put (something) right; correct:
mistakes made now cannot be rectified later
efforts to rectify the situation.
∎
[usu. as adj.] (rectified)
purify or refine (a substance), esp. by repeated distillation:
add 10 cc of rectified alcohol.
2.
convert (alternating current) to direct current:
[as adj.] (rectified)
rectified AC power systems.
3.
find a straight line equal in length to (a curve).
DERIVATIVES:
rec·ti·fi·a·ble
adj.
rec·ti·fi·ca·tion
/ ˌrektəfiˈkāshən/ n.
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Rectifiers.(PLATING CLINIC)
Magazine article from: Products Finishing; 6/1/2009; ; 700+ words
; ...1) SCR, standing for silicon-controlled rectifier; 2) Variable transformer rectifiers; and 3) Tap switch rectifiers. The SCR-type rectifier is a solid-state controlled device and typically...
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Rectifier for hire.(GEAR: Shop Talk)
Magazine article from: Guitar Player; 9/1/2008; ; 700+ words
; ...TO BE switchable from the existing 5AR4 tube rectifier to a solid-state rectifier?--Nathan Harrison, Houston, TX Here is...amp that uses a 5AR4, 5U4, 5Y3, 5V4, or 5R4 rectifier tube. If you are wiring this into a vintage...
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All about rectifiers.(GEAR: Sonic Essentials)(part of a guitar amplifier)
Magazine article from: Guitar Player; 10/1/2008; ; 700+ words
; ...would with a rectifier that converts...350 volts. Rectifiers also have...that silicon rectifiers reduce both...of a tube rectifier, and since...that a tube rectifier requires...solid-state rectifiers truly are...
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International Rectifier Introduces Compact, High Current, Three-Phase Bridge Rectifier for Space-Restricted, Industrial Applications.
Business Wire; 1/10/2002; 700+ words
; ...phase input bridge rectifier with improved forward...capability. Bridge rectifiers are a necessary component...the International Rectifier line of bridge rectifiers, go to: http...three-phase bridge rectifier is available immediately...
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International Rectifier Introduces New 600V Single Phase Bridge Rectifiers, Expanding Product Line-Up.
Business Wire; 6/19/2003; 680 words
; ...International Rectifier, IR(r...phase bridge rectifiers for industrial...International Rectifier Product Marketing...the bridge rectifiers are isolated...International Rectifier Web site for the new bridge rectifiers: http...
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International Rectifier Urges Shareholders To Take No Action With Respect To Vishay Unsolicited Proposal.
Newspaper article from: Life Science Weekly; 9/23/2008; 700+ words
; International Rectifier Corporation (NYSE:IRF) today urged...the outstanding shares of International Rectifier common stock for $23.00 per share in cash (see also International Rectifier Corporation). Richard Dahl, the Chairman...
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International Rectifier Names Ilan Daskal Chief Financial Officer.
Business Wire; 9/24/2008; 700+ words
; ...EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- International Rectifier Corporation (NYSE:IRF) today announced...planning experience to International Rectifier. He joined Infineon Technologies (NYSE...I am excited to join International Rectifier as the Company enters a new phase of...
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Aspects of rectifier control. (Pumps, Filters and Rectifiers Feature).
Magazine article from: Finishing; 7/1/2002; 700+ words
; ...with Kraft Rectifiers of Sweden for...available in rectifier design is changing...cells. Kraft Rectifier Options Switch Kraft: Rectifiers have, as standard...switch mode rectifiers and is extremely...compact a 500A rectifier weighs 24kg...
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RiskMetrics (ISS) Recommends International Rectifier Stockholders Vote for Vishay's Three Independent Director Nominees on the Blue Proxy Card.
Business Wire; 10/6/2008; 700+ words
; ...recommends that stockholders of International Rectifier Corporation (NYSE: IRF) vote FOR the...Yoram (Jerry) Wind - at International Rectifier's delayed 2007 Annual Meeting scheduled...has recommended that International Rectifier stockholders vote FOR our three independent...
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11 tips for buying a used rectifier: careful consideration of some key parameters can help you ensure reliable operation and a sound investment when purchasing a used rectifier.(COATING LINE MAINTENANCE: BUYING A USED RECTIFIER)
Magazine article from: Finishing Today; 9/1/2007; 700+ words
; ...ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rectifiers--electrical devices...to purchase a used rectifier, including lower cost...you be able to use a rectifier that cannot provide...Do you control your rectifiers with a PLC? If so...able to control your rectifier unless it has the proper...
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International Rectifier Corporation
Book article from: International Directory of Company Histories
...Manufacturing International Rectifier Corporation (IR...circuits, diodes, rectifiers, and its signature...introducing germanium rectifiers in November 1954...of International Rectifier Corp., Japan...besting his germanium rectifiers with the September...the first silicon rectifier, ...
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rectifier
Book article from: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
rectifier component of an electric circuit...current to direct current. Rectifiers are made in various forms...direction. One early type of rectifier was the diode electron tube . Semiconductor rectifiers are essentially diodes made...
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Raytheon Company
Book article from: International Directory of Company Histories
...S-tube, a gas-filled rectifier that converted alternating...major manufacturer of tube rectifiers and generated $321,000...could be built only with new rectifier tubes (called Radiotrons...Carbon knew that Raytheon rectifier tubes had originally replaced...
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SIC 3629 Electrical Industrial Apparatus, Not Elsewhere Classified
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of American Industries
...as fixed and variable capacitors and rectifiers for industrial applications. Product...electronic condensers, non-electric rectifiers, surge suppressors, and thermoelectric...Companies that make capacitors and rectifiers are classified elsewhere. NAICS Code...
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SIC 3679 Electronics Components, Not Elsewhere Classified
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of American Industries
...antennas, oscillators, mechanical rectifiers, solenoids, quartz crystals, and...earliest predecessors. For example, rectifiers, which are used to convert alternating...piezoelectric devices, relays, and rectifiers, were developed during the initial...
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