Because U1 incorporates an asymmetric output stage (weak-pull-up/strong-pull-down), the improved circuit does not require a diode, which eliminates the forward diode voltage drop
| Authors | Glen Brisebois |
| Main Document | Article «Asymmetric Output Into Capacitor Load Turns Capacitor Into Ideal Diode» |
| Description | Figure 2 |
| File Format / Size | PDF / 20 Kb |
| Document Language | English |
Other Materials from the Main Document
- Article «Asymmetric Output Into Capacitor Load Turns Capacitor Into Ideal Diode»
- Figure 1. A conventional circuit uses a diode after the comparator to rectify the output onto C3
- Figure 2. Because U1 incorporates an asymmetric output stage (weak-pull-up/strong-pull-down), the improved circuit does not require a diode, which eliminates the forward diode voltage drop
