Title :
Class B amplifier dissipation, instantaneous and steady state
Author :
Von Recklinghausen, D.
Author_Institution :
H. H. Scott, Inc., Maynard, Mass
Abstract :
Dissipation of output devices in an ideal Class B amplifier can range from 10 to 400 percent of maximum available sine-wave output power. Dissipation is calculated as a function of output for a variety of signals and loads under steady-state and instantaneous conditions.
Keywords :
Circuits; High power amplifiers; Impedance; Power amplifiers; Power generation; Power supplies; Resistors; Steady-state; Switches; Voltage control;
Journal_Title :
Audio, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TAU.1965.1161814
