SBVS263B July 2017 – June 2025 TPS7A39
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To create the isolated supply, the SN6505B uses a center-tapped transformer. A full bridge rectifier and capacitors are required to regulate the signal before reaching the LDO because of the alternating nature of the input signal. TI recommends having a fast switching and low forward voltage diode to improve efficiency because of how fast the SN6505 switches; Schottky diodes work well. Figure 7-9 shows the switching nodes of the SN6505 D1 and D2 and also shows where the transformer connects to the full bridge rectifier TP1 and TP2. Figure 7-9 shows the switching waveforms across the rectifier diodes.
Figure 7-8 Bridge Rectifier With Center-Tapped Secondary Enables Bipolar Outputs