30W Class AB Amplifier Circuit With TIP3055/TIP2955

This amplifier has been simulated extensively, although I haven't built it yet. I am saving circuit this one for a time when I can spend good time building and making sure the wiring is going to be optimal. I am going to use this amp in a bi-amp situation with passive filters on the input. This will result in two amplifiers that amplify the highs and two amplifying the lows (for stereo) and thus I can achieve an effective power of 120W into each speaker.

 

Skema Rangkaian 30W Class AB Amplifier  With TIP3055/TIP2955

 

To set the above amplifier up, set R1 to max and R12 to 0. After doing this successfully, power on the amplifier. Set R1 so that the measured output offset is between 30 and 100mV. Once set, adjust R12 slowly to achieve a quiescent current of around 120mA. Keep checking the quiescent current as the amp heats up as it might change due to voltage drop changes in the output devices caused by heat. The heatsinks should be 0.6K/W or less for two amplifiers.