22.TOPSwitch-GX Forward Design Methodology

The single-ended forward converter topology is often the best solution for AC-DC applications that require higher powers and higher output currents than are practical from flyback converters.The forward converter extends the power capability of TOPSwitch-GX to greater than 200 W for high current outputs.


TOPSwitch-GX Forward
Design Methodology
Application Note AN-30
Introduction Scope
This application note is for engineers designing an AC-DC
The single-ended forward converter topology is often the best power supply using TOPSwitch-GX TOP248-TOP250 devices
solution for AC-DC applications that require higher powers and in a single-ended forward converter. It addresses single input
higher output currents than are practical from flyback converters. voltage 230 VAC or doubled 115 VAC input, but does not
The forward converter extends the power capability of addre