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Inquiry Regarding Flyback Controller Power Capability for 24V Input Application

Category: Hardware
Product Number: LT8302

Hi,

I’m currently designing an isolated Flyback power supply with the following specifications:

  • Input Voltage: 24 V nominal (range: 22 V to 26 V)

  • Output Voltage: 18 V

  • Output Power: 20 W to 30 W

I reviewed the datasheet and noticed that the controller is rated for up to 18 W output power, but I assume that figure is based on a wide input voltage range.

Given my tighter input range and nominal 24 V input, I’d like to understand what the realistic maximum output power would be when using this controller. Could you please clarify?

Also, if you believe this controller is not ideal for my requirements, I would appreciate any suggestions for alternative controllers better suited for this power level and input range.

Thank you in advance—I look forward to your response.

  • Guten Tag  

    Two critical points to check will be switch current (~3.6A) and power dissipation. 

    30W@18V means about 1.7A out. The internal switch in the no-opto flyback will have some more current peaks. In LTSpice you can simulate it.
    Also you can calculate there the power dissipation and the highes junction temperature. To see if you have enough margin against max T_junc.

    In case you find the latter is higher than limits, you can switch to an external MOS device like LT8306 from the same family.