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Is there a difference between Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) lines?

April 26, 2017AC Alternating current dc

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Is there a difference between Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) lines?

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An AC line operates at the power line frequency of 60 Hertz, meaning the direction of the current alternates 60 times per second. The current in a DC line continually flows in the same direction, similar to the current in a flashlight or an automobile battery. There are many factors to be considered when comparing AC and DC transmission lines. Both types of facilities produce EMF, and other effects such as audible noise, induction and small amounts of radio and TV interference.