DN-62 Switching Power Supply Topology Voltage Mode vs. Current Mode

Texas Instruments

Published Date: 09/05/1999

Description

This design note explains the differences between voltage-mode and current-mode switching power supply topologies. It includes a circuit diagram for each mode and suggests criteria for choosing which mode to use.

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