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Pure Sine Wave Inverter Circuit Using IC 4047

Last Updated on December 30, 2022 by Swagatam 714 Comments

A very effective pure sine wave inverter circuit can be made using the IC 4047 and a couple IC 555 together with a few other passive components. Let's learn the details below.

The Circuit Concept

In the previous post we discussed the main specifications and datasheet of the IC 4047 where we learned how the IC could be configured into a simple inverter circuit without involving any external oscillator circuit.

In this article we carry on the design a little ahead and learn how it can be enhanced into a pure sine wave inverter circuit using a couple of additional ICs 555 along with the existing IC 4047.

The IC 4047 section remains basically the same and is configured in its normal free running multivibrator mode with its output extended with the mosfet/transformer stage for the required 12V to the AC mains conversion.

How the IC 4047 Functions

The IC 4047 generates the usual square waves to the connected mosfets creating a mains output at the secondary of the transformer which is also in the form of square wave AC.

The integration of the two 555 IC to the above stage completely transforms the output into a pure sine wave AC. The following explanation reveals the secret behind the IC555 functioning for the above.

Referring to the below shown IC 4047 pure sine wave inverer circuit (designed by me), we can see two identical IC 555 stages, wherein the left section functions as a current controlled sawtooth generator while the right hand side section as a current controlled PWM generator.

The triggering of both the 555 ICs are derived from the oscillator output readily available across pin#13 of IC 4047. This frequency would be 100Hz if the inverter is intended for 50Hz operations, and 120Hz for 60Hz applications.

Using IC 555 for the PWM Generation

The left 555 section generates a constant sawtooth wave across its capacitor which is fed to the modulating input of the IC2 555 where this sawtooth signal is compared with the high frequency signal from pin3 of IC1 555 creating the required pure sine wave equivalent PWM at pin#3 of  555 IC2.

The above PWM is directly applied to the gates of the mosfets. so that the square pulses here generated through pin10/11 of IC4047 gets chopped and "carved" as per the applied PWMs.

The resulting output to the transformer also causes a pure sine wave to be stepped up at the mains AC secondary output of the transformer.

The formula for calculating R1, C1 is given in this article which also tells us about the pinout details of the IC 4047

For the NE555 stage C may be selected near 1uF and R as 1K.

caution electricity can be dangerous

Assumed output waveform

More info on how to use IC 555 for generating PWM

An RMS adjustment could be added to the above design by introducing a pot voltage divider network across pin5 and the triangle source input, as shown below, the design also includes buffer transistors for improving mosfet behavior

The above pure sine wave inverter design was successfully tested by Mr. Arun Dev, who is one of the avid readers of this blog and an intense electronic hobbyist. The following images sent by him prove his efforts for the same.

More Feedback

Inspiring response received from Mr. Arun regarding the above IC 4047 inverter results:

After completing this circuit, the result was amazing. I got full wattage by the 100 W bulb. Couldn't believe my eyes.

The only difference i had made in this design was replacing the 180 K in the second 555 with a 220 K pot to adjust the frequencies accurately.

This time the result was fruitful in all respects... On adjusting the pot, i could get a non disturbing non flickering full wattage glow in the bulb, also the 230/15 V transformer connected as the load gave a frequency in between 50 and 60 ( say 52 Hz ).

The pot was adjusted gently to get a high frequency ( say 2 Khz ) output from pin#3 of second ic 555. The CD4047 section better calibrated to get 52 Hz at the two output terminals....

Also I am facing a simple problem. I have used IRF3205 mosfets at the output stage. I forgot to connect the safety diodes across the drain terminals of each mosfets...

So when I had tried connecting an another load ( say table fan ) in parallel to the given load ( 100 W bulb ), the glow of the bulb also the speed of the fan was reduced a little and one of the MOSFET was blown due to the absence of the diode.

The above 4047 sine wave inverter circuit was also tried successfully by Mr. Daniel Adusie (biannz), who is a regular visitor of this blog, and a hardworking electronic enthusiast. Here are the images sent by him verifying the results:

Sawtooth Waveform Oscilloscope Output

Illuminating a 100 Watt Test Bulb

The following images show the modified waveforms at the output of the transformer as captured by Mr. Daniel Adusie after connecting a 0.22uF/400V capacitor and a suitable load.

The waveforms are somewhat trapezoidal and are far better than a square wave which clearly shows the impressive effects of the PWM processing created by the IC555 stages.

The waveforms could be probably even further smoothened by adding an inductor along with the capacitor.

Showing an near Sinewave Oscilloscope Trace  after PWM Filtration

Intersting feedback received from Mr. Johnson Isaac who is one of the dedicated readers of this blog:

Good day
In your post, Pure Sine Wave Inverter using 4047, in the second I.c stage (ic.1) you used 100 ohms resistor in between pin 7 and 6.,
Is that correct? I use to think an astable multivibrator using 555 pin configuration should have the 100 ohms between pin 7 and 6. Also, the 180k variable between pin 8(+) and pin 7. Pls check the pin connection and correct me pls. Because it oscillate sometimes and it doesn't sometimes also. Thanks,
Isaac Johnson

Solving the Circuit Issue:

In my opinion, for a better response you can try connecting an additional 1k resistor across the 100 ohm outer end and pin6/2 of IC1

Johnson:

Thank you very much for your response. I actually constructed the inverter you gave in your blog and it worked.

Though I don't have an oscilloscope to observe the output waveform BUT I bet readers its a good one cos it operated a fluorescent tube lamp in which any modified or pwm inverter can't power on.

See the picture sir. But my challenge now is when I add load, the output flickers sometimes. But am happy its a sine wave.

Video Test Waveform

A Simpler Looking Options

The following concept discuses a rather simpler method of modifying an ordinary square wave inverter using IC 4047 into a sine wave inverter through PWM technology. The idea was requested by Mr. Philip

Technical Specifications

I hope that i am not going to be a bother, but I need some advice with a PWM-controlled modified sine wave inverter I am designing so I want to seek your expert opinion.

This simple design is tentative, I haven't implemented it yet but I would like you to take a look at it and tell me what you think.

Also I want you to help answer some questions which I have not been able to find answers to.

I have taken the liberty of attaching an image of a quasi-block diagram of my tentative design for your consideration.

Please help me out. In the diagram, the IC CD4047 in the inverter is responsible for generating square wave pulses at 50Hz which will be used to alternately switch on MOSFETS Q1 and Q2.

The PWM circuit will be based on IC NE555 and its output will be applied to the gate of Q3 so that Q3 will provide the PWM. Besides this, I have two questions.

First, can I use square waves for the PWM pulses? Second, what is the relationship between PWM frequency and supply frequency? What PWM frequency should I use for a 50Hz inverter output?

I hope that this design is feasible, I think it is feasible, but I want your expert opinion before I commit scarce resources to implement the design.

Looking forward to hearing from you sir!

Sincerely, Philip

simple IC 4047 inverter circuit
modifying IC 4047 inverter into pwm sinewave

Solving the Circuit Request

The configuration shown in the second figure above would work only if the center tap mosfet drain/source pins are swapped and N-channel mosfets are used for the 4047 inverter oscillator output, as shown below:

The PWM section should be built as explained in this article:

The PWM transforms the flat square waves into a modified square wave by chopping them into smaller calculated sections such that the overall RMS of the waveform becomes as close as possible to an actual sine counterpart, yet maintaining the peak level equal to the actual square wave input. The concept may be learned in details here:

However the above transformation does not help to eliminate the harmonics.

The PWM frequency will be always in the form of chopped square waves.

The PWM frequency is immaterial and may be of any high value, preferably in kHz.

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About Swagatam

I am an electronic engineer (dipIETE ), hobbyist, inventor, schematic/PCB designer, manufacturer. I am also the founder of the website: https://www.homemade-circuits.com/, where I love sharing my innovative circuit ideas and tutorials.
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