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Flyback Converter Transformer Primary Inductance (L_p), Turns Ratio & MOSFET Stress Calculator

Easily calculate and compute flyback converter transformer primary inductance (l_p), turns ratio & mosfet stress calculator with accurate equations, live formulas, and expert guidance.

Minimum rectified line voltage.

Isolated secondary output voltage.

Secondary Schottky diode forward drop.

Maximum delivered output power.

PWM switching frequency.

Selected maximum duty cycle (typically 0.40 - 0.48).

Estimated converter power efficiency.

Calculated Result
116.2 µH

Primary Inductance (L_p)

Primary Inductance (L_p)

116.2 µH

Primary Inductance U H

116.2

Turns Ratio Np Over Ns

5.84

Reflected Output Voltage Vro

73.6

Peak Primary Current A

3.49

116.2 — µH

Calculation Breakdown

  1. Applied FormulaDesigns isolated flyback coupled inductors, calculating magnetizing inductance, primary-to-secondary turns ratio, reflected voltage (V_RO), and primary switch voltage stress.L_p = \frac{V_{in,min}^2 D_{max}^2}{2 P_{in} f_{sw}}, \quad V_{DS,pk} = V_{in,max} + n(V_o + V_F) + V_{spike}

Flyback Transformer Design Metric Output

Interactive visualization based on your current inputs

Calculated Value
0.0295887116Primary Inductance (L_p)

What Is the Flyback Converter Transformer Primary Inductance (L_p), Turns Ratio & MOSFET Stress Calculator?

This tool computes flyback converter transformer primary inductance (l_p), turns ratio & mosfet stress calculator with high precision arithmetic.

How Does the Flyback Converter Transformer Primary Inductance (L_p), Turns Ratio & MOSFET Stress Calculator Work?

Designs isolated flyback coupled inductors, calculating magnetizing inductance, primary-to-secondary turns ratio, reflected voltage (V_RO), and primary switch voltage stress.

Flyback Converter Transformer Primary Inductance (L_p), Turns Ratio & MOSFET Stress Calculator Formula & Variables

The core mathematical equation utilized by this calculator is expressed as:

Lp=Vin,min2Dmax22Pinfsw,VDS,pk=Vin,max+n(Vo+VF)+VspikeL_p = \frac{V_{in,min}^2 D_{max}^2}{2 P_{in} f_{sw}}, \quad V_{DS,pk} = V_{in,max} + n(V_o + V_F) + V_{spike}

Designs isolated flyback coupled inductors, calculating magnetizing inductance, primary-to-secondary turns ratio, reflected voltage (V_RO), and primary switch voltage stress.

How to Use the Flyback Converter Transformer Primary Inductance (L_p), Turns Ratio & MOSFET Stress Calculator

  1. Enter your parameters into the designated input fields to calculate the result immediately.

Step-by-Step Example Calculation

Flyback Converter Transformer Primary Inductance (L_p), Turns Ratio & MOSFET Stress Calculator Example

Input Values:

minimumInputVoltageVinMin:90
regulatedOutputVoltageVout:12
diodeForwardVoltageDropVf:0.6
maximumOutputPowerWatts:60
switchingFrequencyKhz:100
maximumDutyCycleDmax:0.45
efficiencyEta:0.85
Worked Steps: Sample evaluation based on standard reference conditions.

Understanding Your Result

The calculated primary figure indicates the optimal or required µH.

Factors That Affect the Result

  • Measurement tolerances, operational variance, and real-world conditions.

When Should You Use This Calculator?

  • Everyday budgeting, technical homework, professional estimation, and household projects.

Assumptions & Limitations

  • Assumes standard atmospheric or environmental parameters unless specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Calculation Accuracy & Reference Note

Double-precision IEEE 754 arithmetic with validated empirical constants.

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