Class D Audio Amplifier is a switch type power amplifier, also commonly referred to as a digital amplifier.
It does not work in the linear amplification region, but converts the audio signal into a square wave through a high-speed switch (PWM modulation), and then filters and restores it to an analog audio driven speaker.
Features:
1. Extremely high efficiency: typical efficiency of 85%~95%, far higher than AB class amplifiers
2. Extremely low heat generation, no need for large volume heat sinks
3. Small size, low power consumption, suitable for portable and integrated devices
4. Wide power supply range, capable of single power supply
5. The periphery is simple and easy to integrate
6. Compared to traditional AB class: more energy-efficient and smaller in size
7. Compared to pure digital amplifiers: lower cost and wider application
Applications:
1. Consumer electronics (mainstream)
Bluetooth speaker, portable speaker soundbar
Smart speakers (Xiao Ai, Xiao Du, Tmall Genie)
TWS earphone charging case, head mounted noise cancelling earphones
Tablet and laptop built-in speaker amplifier
2. Automotive Electronics
Car audio host, door speaker amplifier
In car central control and rear seat entertainment system
Vehicle grade D-class amplifier, high temperature resistance and anti-interference
3. Household appliances
Smart TV and LCD TV with built-in audio
Projectors, advertising machines, digital photo frames
Microwave ovens, air conditioners, and other household appliances with warning sounds
4. Portable and battery devices
Loudspeaker, teacher bee, tour guide horn
Children's toys, early education machines
Interphone, POS machine, security alarm horn
5. Professional audio
Mini amplifier board, desktop amplifier
Subwoofer module, active speaker