Fairchild Semiconductor FAN6208 Secondary-Side Synchronous Rectifier Application Note

This document introduces FAN6208, which is a synchronous rectification controller for isolated LLC or LC resonant converters that can drive two individual SR MOSFETs emulating the behavior of rectifier diodes. FAN6208 measures the SR conduction time of each switching cycle by monitoring the drain-to-source voltage of the SR MOSFETs.


Fairchild Semiconductor FAN6208 Secondary-Side Synchronous Rectifier Application Note - cover page
Brand
Fairchild
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
10
File format
PDF
File size
473 KB
Published
11 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
D2133BBE69188264F4269ACC6A55C6E2

About this manual

The document introduces the FAN6208, a synchronous rectification controller designed for isolated LLC or LC resonant converters. It explains how the device drives two individual SR MOSFETs to emulate rectifier diodes, reducing conduction loss and improving efficiency, particularly in low output voltage applications. Key features include adaptive timing based on drain-to-source voltage monitoring and a Green Mode to minimize power consumption at light loads.

The note provides detailed design guidelines, including typical application circuits and timing diagrams. It covers the configuration of the DETL pin for low-voltage detection, the RP pin for programming dead time and selecting operating modes, and the gate-shrink functions that prevent shoot-through during load transients or fast switching frequency changes.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Application Circuit
  • DETL Pin Configuration
  • RP Pin Configuration
  • Gate-Shrink Functions
  • Typical Application
  • Schematic
  • Timing Diagram

Specifications

Turn-on delayabout 350ns
DETL pin low detection threshold2V
DETL pin allowable voltage range-0.3V to 7V
DETL internal current source50uA
RP pin internal constant current source41.5uA

Frequently asked questions

What is the turn-on delay of the FAN6208?

The FAN6208 turns on the MOSFET after approximately 350ns once the DETL voltage drops below 2V.

How is the dead time programmed on the FAN6208?

The dead time can be programmed using a resistor connected to the RP pin.

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