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Functions:
– amplifies control signal to a level required to drive power switch
Left side of the driver circuit is part where to control switching output.
R2, C1 – to control on time
R3 – to control off-time
R5 – to control pulse length (switching frequency)
D1 – to make sure ON/OFF independently
R2, C1 + R5
R3, C1 + R5
SNUBBERS
Using KVL,
SNUBBERS
From previous equation, the voltage across the switch is
bigger than the supply (for a short moment).
The spike may exceed the switch rated blocking voltage and
causes damage due to overvoltage.