Power Supply Failure / Bridge Rectifier Question

Hello!

I got a model train for the holidays, I was starting to really enjoy working on it and using it. Until.. the power supply I had broke. I was researching online and found that the bridge rectifier might have gone bad. I did some research to learn how they work and found this Bridge Rectifier Explanation - I am still a bit confused .. do bridge rectifiers come in pre-assembled modules or do they come in a kit of diodes that I have to put together myself? Please let me know , any and all information would be so helpful!!!

Best,

1/5/212:18 PM

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ADCX RobOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

@chipressitor122 posted:
do bridge rectifiers come in pre-assembled modules or do they come in a kit of diodes that I have to put together myself?

Both. A rectifier in a case with 4 internal diodes is convenient. and there is a slight cost. Individual diodes arranged in a bridge configuration work the same, and are very inexpensive.

What specific train outfit are you speaking of?

1/5/212:25 PM

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stan2004OGR Forum Member

Are you attempting a DIY repair?

Can you post photos of the innards of the power supply?

Do you have a multimeter?

Do you have a soldering iron?

1/5/213:30 PM

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TrainLarryOGR Forum Member

What gauge trains do you have, and what power supply do you have?

Larry