Creating a DC/AC Inverter with Pure Sine Wave Output

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The SG3524 IC can generate a PWM signal, but it is primarily designed for DC-DC switching power supplies and may not be ideal for creating a pure sine wave output. Its PWM output operates at higher frequencies than the typical 50-60Hz required for AC power, necessitating extensive filtering to achieve a sine wave. A better approach may involve using a simple sine oscillator paired with a robust audio amplifier, depending on the purity and power requirements of the output. Significant power demands will likely require an analog output section, where components must manage heat dissipation effectively. Overall, careful consideration of design elements is crucial for achieving the desired sine wave output.
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Hello,
Am trying to make dc/ac inverter with pure sine wave output, while am searching i found an IC which is SG3524 which can generate a pwm signal.
Is it a good choice for pure sine wave output, and what is the difference between the pwm signal generated by micro controller and the pwm generated by this IC in the inverter?
 
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PWM != Sine

The chip you reference is made for DC->DC switching power supplies. It contains all the bits to compare the output voltage with a reference and adjust its PWM output appropriately. The oscillator is probably meant to run at a much higher frequency than typical 50-60Hz power. It has only a pulse output which would need a lot of filtering to extract a decent sine wave.

What you probably need is a simple sine oscillator and a big audio amplifier. The exact design will depend on exactly how pure a sine you need at your output, if the frequency needs to be variable, and how much power you want to draw. The main problem, if you want any significant power, is that the output section will most likely have to be analog. This means that the transistors, or whatever you use, have to dissipate significant power when they are not fully ON -- think of them as continuously variable resistors.
 
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