Class L-a new single-ended DC-to-AC power inverter

Abstract

A new single-ended, zero current switching DC-to-AC power inverter named the Class-L introduced. Because of its parallel resonant nature, the Class-L inverter is well-suited for high voltage applications. Circuit operation is illustrated by a detailed description and a ballast application is given for driving a cold cathode fluorescent lamp. Solution for the output characteristics of the inverter is illustrated by the output plane plot of the inverter. Experimental results are also presented.