TL494 Current-Mode PWM Controller IC
The TL494 is a flexible pulse-width modulation (PWM) controller used in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. This article explores its
The inverter works based on the switching IC of TL494. The IC generates high-frequency pulses (about 30khz). The pulses are amplified by the MOSFET of IRF3205 and pass through the transformer. The Fast diodes are rectified and give the power output.
The TL494 generates a PWM output by comparing the error signals from the amplifiers with the sawtooth waveform from the oscillator. When the error signal is higher than the sawtooth, the output is turned on, and when the error signal is lower, the output is turned off.
The TL494 is a powerful and versatile PWM control circuit that finds applications in a wide range of power supply designs. Its dual error amplifiers, adjustable oscillator frequency, and push-pull output stage make it an attractive choice for DC-to-DC converters, switching power supplies, and battery chargers.
As far as I see, it can control push-pull converter (or synchronous buck) with TL494. the outputs are not complementary, and if you don't combine the outputs you can only ever get 48% max ON time on the high side ( and the low side ). Yes, the output should be combined, as suggested in post #5 and #6.
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