Smaller appliances like phones, laptops, and more use DC power by converting the AC from the power outlet. The phone and laptop chargers convert AC to DC in order to recharge the battery.

A power tip that discusses how to address highly integrated USB PD charger design constraints with a self-biasing circuit.

Wondering if phone chargers use AC or DC power? Learn the difference, how chargers work, and why it matters for your device’s safety.

Convert Power RV batteries use direct current power (DC), but most appliances use alternating current (AC). Before you use an RV battery to power the appliances in an RV, you need to convert the DC ...