Difference between choke input (L type) filter and capacitor input (π type) filter
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23 May 17
| Choke input (L type) filter | Capacitor input (π type) filter |
|---|---|
| It is suitable for light and heavy loads. | It is suitable for only light loads. |
| The ripple factor is poor. | The ripple factor is better. |
| It has a low DC output voltage. | It has a high DC output voltage. |
| The ripple reduction occurs in load current. | The ripple reduction occurs in load voltage. |
| It has good voltage regulation. | It has very good voltage regulation. |
| It has less cost. | The cost is more. |
| The surge current through diode is low and need to be controlled. | The surge current through diode is low and no need to controlled. |
| The ripple content is low. | The ripple content is lowest. |
