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foldback current limiter (FCL)

Standard

ECSS-E-ST-20C Rev.1

Definition

non latching current-limiting function where the current limit decreases with the output voltage

Notes

NOTE This function is used for power distribution and protection typically for essential loads.

Relations

ECSS-E-ST-10-04C Rev.1 — current
ECSS-E-ST-20C Rev.1 — FCL
ECSS-M-ST-10C Rev. 1 — function
ECSS-S-ST-00-01C — function

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