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The DC symbol, or Direct Current symbol, typically refers to a simple representation used in circuit diagrams to indicate the presence of direct current. DC is a type of electrical current where the flow of charge is constant and flows in one direction only.
In circuit diagrams, the DC symbol is often represented as:
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In circuit diagrams, the DC symbol is often represented as:
- A straight line and a dashed line: The straight line represents the positive side of the voltage source, and the dashed line represents the negative side. This is commonly seen in power supplies or batteries providing DC power.
- Battery symbol: A DC power source, like a battery, is often represented by two long lines, one shorter than the other. The longer line is the positive terminal (+), and the shorter line is the negative terminal (−). The DC symbol shows how power is supplied in a circuit.
Would you like to know how this symbol fits into more complex circuit diagrams?