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Can you list the different types of voltages?

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Classified by power supply type

  • Alternating current voltage

  • Dc voltage

Classification by waveform

  • Sine wave voltage

  • Square-wave voltage

  • Triangular wave voltage

  • Sawtooth voltage

Classification by voltage level

  • Low pressure

  • Medium voltage

  • High tension

Classified by application field

  • Industrial voltage

  • Medical voltage

  • Consumer electronic voltage

  • Military voltage

Classification by use

  • Power voltage

  • Illumination voltage

  • Signal voltage

  • Heating voltage

Classified by stability or not

  • Stabilized voltage

  • Unregulated voltage

Sum up

Voltages can be classified according to different criteria, including power supply type, waveform, voltage level, application field, purpose, and whether they are stable. Each voltage type has its own specific application scenarios and technical requirements. Understanding the different types of voltages helps to correctly select and use the appropriate power supply and equipment in practical applications.

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