Abstract: A DC-DC convertor includes a transformer having a primary winding adapted to be connected in series with a DC power source and a secondary winding, a rectifier and smoothing circuit, a main switching device, adapted to be connected in series with the DC power source, for connecting the rectifier and smoothing circuit to the secondary winding of the transformer when the main switching device is in an on-state, an auxiliary switching circuit connected in parallel with the main switching device, and a signal generating circuit for providing a first control signal to the main switching device and a second control signal to the auxiliary switching circuit. The auxiliary switching circuit includes a first capacitor connected in parallel with a second capacitor that is connected in series with an auxiliary switching device.

Abstract: A DC-DC converter includes a transformer and a switching element. The primary winding of the transformer and the switching element are connecting in series with a DC power source. A DC output is extracted via a rectifier circuit connected to a secondary winding of the transformer. A capacitor is connected in parallel to the switching element, and a saturable reactor is connected between the secondary winding of the transformer and the rectifier.