LTSpice DC - AC Inverter Schematic Help

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The discussion centers on creating a DC-AC inverter circuit using LTSpice, with a focus on generating a pure sine wave output. Participants note that typical digital and switching designs produce square waves, suggesting the need for a different circuit topology to achieve a sine wave. The main oscillator in the referenced schematic is identified as an astable multivibrator, which may require further understanding. The original poster is a student working on a research project related to EV charging adapters, seeking to enhance their circuit simulation skills. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding circuit design and safety considerations in practical applications.
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Hi, I'm looking to understand a circuit schematic on LTSpice. I'm trying to make my own DC-Ac Inverter circuit and am a bit lost, so am looking through the forums to find inspiration. I found the schematic below from an older forum post and am struggling to comprehend it. In an inverter circuit. I'm looking to make a pure sine wave.
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Everything is digital and switching, so the output will be a square wave, not a sine wave.
You will need a different circuit topology to generate a sine wave.
What exactly do you not understand about the circuit ?
 
The main oscillator is an astable multivibrator. Try this link to understand how it works.
 
NightStar said:
I'm trying to make my own DC-Ac Inverter circuit
Is your aim to just understand a circuit and get a good LTSpice simulation running, or do you intend to actually build and test the circuit? If the latter, what experience do you have with AC Mains circuits and the related safety considerations?
 
berkeman said:
Is your aim to just understand a circuit and get a good LTSpice simulation running, or do you intend to actually build and test the circuit? If the latter, what experience do you have with AC Mains circuits and the related safety considerations?
I'm a student working on a research project with an Electrical Engineering professor focused on EV Charging adapters. I'm trying to convert power from an NACS charger to be compatible with a J1772 charging port. I'm trying to simulate an inverter circuit to get a better understandinng of circuits as a whole.
 
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