Can we limit the current output of current booster circuit using a single resistor?

Question

Hi, we are building hight current boosters using the reference design of AN18 Figure 2. LT1010 Based Output Stage. 
 
 In this design we are replacing LT1056 with LT6018 using exactly the same topology (is it OK?) and the current are boost to 8A by replacing MJE with MJH6284. 
 Though, we would like to delive the product for different drivers. The maximum allowable RMS current ranging from 3A to 8A, can we limit the output current in this reference design with a single resistor? So that we can add a series of jumpers to our products. 
 Best regards.

SunnyVang · Accepted Answer

Hi Benyuan, 
 I would not recommend swapping the LT1056 with the LT6018. The input stages for the LT1056 is different from the LT6018 and, if you were to swap them, you would not get the same performance as you would with the LT1056. If you really wanted to swap the LT1056 with another part, I would recommend finding a JFET/FET input amplifier that is comparable to the LT1056. 
 I would also like to note that this circuit in AN18 is very specific to the component values and amplifiers/transistors chosen for this design. We can't guarantee this circuit will perform the same as described in AN18 if any of the components were changed. 
 
 Regards, 
 Sunny)

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