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App note: Audible noise reduction techniques for FPS (Fairchild Power Switch) Applications

App note: Audible noise reduction techniques for FPS (Fairchild Power Switch) Applications

Reducing audible noise in switch mode power supplies app note from ON Semiconductors. Link here (PDF)



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In general, switched mode power supplies do not generate audible noise when they operate at constant ultrasonic frequencies (>20kHz). However, some switched mode power supplies can produce audible noise at certain load conditions. Most Fairchild Power Switches are designed to enter into burst switching operation at light load conditions to reduce standby consumption, which can cause audible noise when the fundamental frequency of the burst switching bundles is in the range of human hearing.

This application note explains the major sources of audible noise and offers useful tips to engineers to solve the audible noise problem in their Fairchild Power Switch (FPS) applications.

 


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