Here is a picture of my first Working Proto.
Revised Schematic with Standy Power Switch
Revised PCB with Shutdown Connections.
How to Parallel Mosfets for Higher Power
For Excellent Results
1) Can be used with a wide range of supply voltages by using appropriate transformers.
2) Can be used to deliver a wide range of output voltages by using appropriate turns ratio.
3) Output Frequency is Adjustable and Stable.
4) A Standard Step Down transformer (Reverse connected) can be used with Excellent Results.
5) With the addition of "Parallel Output Fets" and a Large Transformer, Power can be GREATLY Increased.
NOTE: There ARE Limitations!
I have had numerous requests for an Inverter for 1000 watts and Even MORE.
Sorry I Don't feel this is Practical.
At 1000 Watts and operating from a 12 Volt Source, the Input Current will be close to 100 AMPS.
That would Require a HUGH Size of a Primary Wire. SORRY But There ARE Limitations!
I Definately wouldn't want to even Try to wind that.
Created "Feb 3 2004"
This circuit will provide a very stable "Square Wave" Output Voltage.
Frequency of operation is determined by a pot and is normally set to 60 Hz.
Various "off the shelf" transformers can be used.
Additional MosFets can be paralleled for higher power.
It is recommended to Have a "Fuse" in the Power Line and to always have a "Load connected", while power is being applied.
The Fuse should be rated at 32 volts and should be aproximately 10 Amps per 100 watts of output.
The Power leads must be heavy enough wire to handle this High Current Draw!
Appropriate Heat Sinks Should be used on the RFP50N06 Fets. These Fets are rated at 50 Amps and 60 Volts.
The LT1013 offers better drive that the LM358, but its your choice.
The Power transformer must be capable of handling the chosen wattage output.
Using a rebuilt Microwave transformer as shown below, it should handle about 500 watts Maximum.
Simplified Operation is: IC1A & IC1B, Along with IC2A & IC2B and the Transistor form a
The 13 volt Zeners stabalize supply voltages and limit signals, while the 36 volt Zeners
The PCB is available for $6.00 each, Plus Shipping Cost.
Revised "March 11 2008"
Or Custom wind your own FOR BEST RESULTS.
** Other types of Mosfets can be substituted if you wish.
Also, Appropriate Heat Sinks are Necessary on the Mos-Fets.
It requires about 18 turn Center-Tapped on the primary.
To handle 500 watts would require using a 5 AWG wire. Pretty Heavy Stuff, but so is the current draw at that power.
Voltage controlled Oscillator of which the frequency is adjusted with the 25K ohm pot.
IC2C & IC2D are buffers, driving the Mos-Fets, out of phase of each other.
limit spikes from the transformer.
Here is a picture of my first Working Proto.
Revised Schematic with Standy Power Switch
Revised PCB with Shutdown Connections.
How to Parallel Mosfets for Higher Power
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