This non-isolated buck converter provides a fixed output of 14 V at 130 mA for BMS applications. It operates over an input voltage range of 18 Vdc – 144 Vdc after a startup greater than 23 V. Operating in discontinuous conduction mode (DCM), this converter utilizes the UCC28730 controller, which is referenced to the switch node. It offers high efficiency and low cost in a compact form factor.
Features
- Unique floating controller ground reference allows operation at high input voltage (144 V)
- Achieves an efficiency of between 79% - 86% (30-V to 120-V input, 130-mA output)
- Low component count and small size
- Utilizes a single standard inductor (no transformer required)