Mar 21,2023
What is an Energy-storing power choke?
An energy-storing power choke is a type of electrical component that is used in power electronics circuits to store energy and regulate current flow. It is also known as a "boost inductor" or "boost choke."
The energy-storing power choke is typically used in DC-DC converter circuits to regulate the output voltage. It stores energy during the on-time of the switching transistor and releases it during the off-time, providing a smoother output voltage.
The energy-storing power choke is designed to handle high currents and is typically made of a coil of wire wound around a core made of a magnetic material, such as iron or ferrite. The number of turns in the coil and the material used for the core determine the inductance of the choke.
Energy-storing power chokes are commonly used in a variety of applications, including power supplies for computers, telecommunications equipment, and other electronic devices. They are also used in renewable energy systems such as solar inverters and wind turbine converters to regulate the flow of energy from the renewable source into the electrical grid.
