What is external synchronization frequency?

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The external synchronization frequency for DC-DC converters is specified as 350-450 kHz. This frequency range allows the converter to synchronize its switching frequency to an external clock, which is essential for minimizing noise interference with adjacent equipment. If no external clock is provided, the DC-DC converter will operate at a free-running frequency within this specified range.

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What does it mean?

"External synchronization frequency:
350-450kHz"

http://ohmps.com/product/4/
 
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Adrian1 said:
What does it mean?

"External synchronization frequency:
350-450kHz"

http://ohmps.com/product/4/

Welcome to the PF.

It probably means that you can synchronize the DC-DC converter's switching frequency to an external clock in that frequency range. That is often done to avoid noise interference with other equipment nearby. If you don't supply a synchronizing clock, the DC-DC will free-run at some frequency in that frequency range probably.
 
berkeman said:
Welcome to the PF.

It probably means that you can synchronize the DC-DC converter's switching frequency to an external clock in that frequency range. That is often done to avoid noise interference with other equipment nearby. If you don't supply a synchronizing clock, the DC-DC will free-run at some frequency in that frequency range probably.

Thank you for explanation! It helped a lot:approve:
 

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