Optimized ultra high voltage gain DC–DC converter with current stress reduction for photovoltaic application

Abstract

This paper presents a non-isolated DC-DC converter designed to validate ultra-high voltage gain using a modified double boost mode. The objective is to achieve exceptionally high voltage gain by integrating a modified triple boost technique (MTBT), interleaved with second main and auxiliary third MOSFETs, and a modified switched inductor-capacitor (MSLC), effectively doubling the voltage transfer gain. Furthermore, MSLC is combined with the auxiliary third and double main MOSFET to double the voltage gain while concurrently mitigating voltage stress on the auxiliary MOSFET and diodes in the proposed converter (the PC). Additionally, all diodes in the MTBT operate under zero current switching (ZCS) and the double main and auxiliary third MOSFET face very low current stress at ultra-high voltage gain. The input current of the PC remains steady without pulsating at a low duty ratio, making the PC more suitable for renewable energy systems. The PC offers numerous advantages, exhibiting high efficiency and ensuring minimal voltage stress on power devices with low current stress on the power switches. Notably, PC aims to elevate input voltages from 30 V to a variable output range of 335 to 600 V, delivering 440 watts at 96.1% efficiency.