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The AC (Alternating Current) symbol is used to represent alternating current in electrical diagrams. It typically looks like a sinusoidal wave (a wave with peaks and troughs) or may be represented by the letters "AC" in a circle or box. In most standard electrical symbols, you may also see it written as ~ to show that the current alternates.
Hereβs a simple breakdown:
AC current changes direction periodically, unlike DC, which flows in only one direction.
Hereβs a simple breakdown:
- AC symbol (alternating current) is represented as ~ or a sine wave.
- DC symbol (direct current) is represented with a straight line or a solid and dashed line.
AC current changes direction periodically, unlike DC, which flows in only one direction.