Input impedance analysis of single-phase PFC converters

Input impedance of single-phase boost power factor corrected (PFC) AC-DC converters is modeled and analyzed in this paper. A large-signal model is presented for the input impedance which overcomes the limitations of traditional piecewise linearized models. The model is valid at frequencies ranging from the crossover frequency of the output voltage loop to half the switching frequency of the converter. Experimental results from a boost single-phase PFC converter are provided to validate the model. Input characteristics of typical boost PFC converter designs, such as input impedance dipping, leading phase of the input current, and responses to distorted lines are studied by using the model. A simple compensation technique to reduce the dipping in the input impedance thereby improving converter performance and minimizing the potential for undesirable interactions with the input EMI filter is also presented.

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