High Efficiency (≥85%), High Power Factor (>0.9) 15 W T8 Isolated LED Driver Using LinkSwitchTM-PH LNK406EG

LinkSwitch-PH ICs allow the implementation of cost effective and low component count LED drivers which meet both power factor and harmonics limits; and also offer an enhanced end user experience. This includes ultra-wide dimming range (not used in this demo), flicker free operation (even with low cost AC line TRIAC dimmers) and fast, clean turn on.

The topology used is an isolated flyback operating in continuous conduction mode. Output current regulation is sensed entirely from the primary side eliminating the need for secondary side feedback components. No external current sensing is required on the primary side either as this is performed inside the IC further reducing components and losses. The internal controller adjusts the MOSFET duty cycle to maintain a sinusoidal input current and therefore high power factor and low harmonic currents.

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