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[[File:Rectifiers.jpg|right|thumb|300px|External rectifiers mounted on a wall.]] | [[File:Rectifiers.jpg|right|thumb|300px|External rectifiers mounted on a wall.]] | ||
'''Rectifiers''' convert alternating current (AC) power to direct current (DC). They are used to power | '''Rectifiers''' convert alternating current (AC) power to direct current (DC). They are used to power projector lamps. | ||
Some [[lamphouses]] have rectifiers built in. Others require an external rectifier. | Some [[lamphouses]] have rectifiers built in. Others require an external rectifier. | ||