Working Principle
To explain the working of a combination regulator, let us consider the combination of switching regulator and a linear regulator. The voltage output from a switching regulator can be again regulated by a linear regulator. In the process, the switching regulator accepts a large range of input voltage and in turn generates a little noisy voltage, which is slightly higher than desired output. This is followed by a linear regulator that produces an exact amount of the desired voltage and almost diminishes all noise produced by the switching regulator. Many such hybrid regulator exists, which are designed combining two different types of regulators.
Uses & Applications
Some of the applications of combination or hybrid regulator includes:
- Automobile industry
- Battery operating equipments
- Industrial automation
- Refrigeration
- Sensitive electronic devices
