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PWM controller detecting temperature and AC line via a single pin and power converter using same

US8988905B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 12, 2012
Grant dateMar 24, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B70/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A PWM controller detecting temperature and AC line via a single pin and a power converter using the PWM controller, the PWM controller comprising: an output pin for providing a PWM signal; and a dual-function pin for receiving a temperature signal when the PWM signal is at a high level, and for receiving an AC line signal when the PWM signal is at a low level.

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