Linear Technology Design Note 455: Low Profile Synchronous 2-Phase Boost Converter Produces 200W with 98% Efficiency

This document describes a low-profile synchronous, 2-phase boost converter that produces 200W power with 98% efficiency. The converter is suitable for automotive audio amplifiers, offering high efficiency and compactness.

Brand: Linear Technology
Document type: Application Note
Language: English
Pages: 2
File format: PDF
File size: 110 KB
Published: 05 June, 2012
Updated: 29 September, 2023
Model: LT3782A
MD5 checksum: 7C8B4DDB409A0FF2E4A84A366DF8D7AC
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About this manual

This document presents a design note for an automotive audio amplifier power supply that uses the LT3782A 2-phase synchronous PWM controller. The circuit is designed to produce a 24V output from an input voltage range of 8.5V to 18V, achieving continuous output power of 200W with up to 98% efficiency.

What's inside

Introduction
Performance Results
Basie Calculations and Component Selection
Conclusion

Frequently asked questions

What output voltage and current ratings does this boost converter provide?

The circuit generates a 24V output at 8.5A continuous current and 10.5A pulsed current.

What is the input voltage range for this converter?

The device operates with an input voltage ranging from 8.5V to 18V.

What is the maximum component height achieved by this design?

The converter achieves a maximum component height of 10.5mm.

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