Boost and flyback controller – key ratings
The UC3843BN: The single transistor-driver output drives an external power switch, and the part includes frequency control for setting the oscillator. Switching frequency reaches up to 500 kHz, which lets the designer shrink the magnetic components — a practical advantage when board space is tight. The maximum duty cycle of 96% gives headroom for high step-up ratios or low-input-voltage operation without pulse skipping. Supply voltage range is 7.6 V to 30 V.
Package and mounting – through-hole 8-DIP
Housed in an 8-DIP (0.300-inch, 7.62 mm) package with through-hole mounting, the UC3843BN is straightforward to hand-assemble or rework.
