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Using the TLP250 Isolated MOSFET Driver - Explanation and Example Circuits

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I’ve already shown how to drive an N-channel MOSFET (or even an IGBT) in both high-side and low-side configurations in a multitude of ways. I’ve also explained the principles of driving the MOSFETs in these configurations. The dedicated drivers I’ve shown so far are the TC427 and IR2110. Some people have requested me to write up on MOSFET drive using the very popular TLP250. And I’ll explain that here. The TLP250, like any driver, has an input stage, an output stage and a power supply connection. What’s special about the TLP250 is that the TLP250 is an optically isolated driver, meaning that the input and output are “optically isolated”. The isolation is optical – the input stage is an LED and the receiving output stage is light sensitive (think “photodetector”). Before delving any further, let’s look at the pin configuration and the truth table. Fig. 1 - TLP250 Pin Configuration Fig. 2 - TLP250 Truth Table Fig. 1 clearly shows the input LED side and the receiving photodetector as well

Simple LED Torch

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This is a simple LED torch.The specialty of this circuit is this circuit helps you to  operate your torch for many hours.Here I have used 2W LED.Through this circuit you can light up your torch about one month.Here I have used a common IC 7555 .This circuit operates with 6V But if you like to operate this circuit with 9V or 12 V you have to change R3 .If you use 9V use 470 Ohm.If you use 12V use  560 Ohm. Note # Build this circuit on a PCB # Don't use NE555 instead of 7555 # Use alkaline batteries