Compare the AC and DC Arc lamps.
AC Arc Lamp
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DC Arc Lamp
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Cross section area of electrode is same
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Cross section area of electrode is positive rod is twice that of negative rod
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Series inductor is used for stability
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Series resistance used for stability
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Voltage required is (39 +2.8 L)V Where L is length of arc in mm
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Voltage is required 40V to 60V
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AC supply is used for AC arc lamp
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DC supply is used for DC arc lamp
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Luminous efficiency is less
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Luminous efficiency is high
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