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November 1998 PRELIMINARY
ML4827* Fault-Protected PFC and PWM Controller Combo
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ML4827 is a controller for power factor corrected, switched mode power supplies, that includes circuitry necessary for conformance to the safety requirements of UL1950. A direct descendent of the industry-standard ML4824-1, the ML4827 adds a TriFault Detect™ function to guarantee that no unsafe conditions may result from single component failure in the PFC. Power Factor Correction (PFC) allows the use of smaller, lower cost bulk capacitors, reduces power line loading and stress on the switching FETs, and results in a power supply that fully complies with IEC1000-3-2 specification.