Patent ID: 6672738
Filing Date: 2004-01-06
Classification: A47G,B44C,F21S,F21W

Abstract:
A circuit converting AC to DC such that DC potential is applied to a plurality of devices oriented in series, comprising:an AC input; an AC output; a zener diode and a diode coupled between the AC input and the AC output without a capacitor connected in series therewith so as to permit the unrestricted flow of current through the zener diode and the diode, the zener diode and the diode connected between the AC input and the AC output for permitting free flow in respective opposite directions to thereby regulate the flow of electricity such that direct current is provided between first and second nodes to which a direct current device is selectively coupled without the need for a rectifier bridge; and at least one capacitor connected in parallel between the zener diode and the diode such that the capacitor functions to level the voltage within the circuit.