Power Factor Correction

Infineon Technologies

This tutorial will introduce the basic concepts of Power Factor Correction and discuss the important factors affecting semiconductor component selection. It will also provide a brief overview of government regulations, describe boost converter operating modes employed in active PFC filter converters, and provide a more in depth look at the challenges for components in higher power Continuous Conduction Mode (CCM) Power Factor Correction.

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PTM Published on: 2011-09-02

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