{"schemaVersion":1,"slug":"inverting-buck-boost-topology","name":"Inverting buck-boost topology","kind":"symbol","abbreviation":"INV-BB","aliases":["negative output buck boost","inverting DC DC"],"category":"microgrid-systems","drawingTypes":["Schematic","SLD"],"referenceFamilies":["Manufacturer"],"summary":"A buck-boost arrangement whose output polarity is opposite to its defined input reference.","description":["A buck-boost arrangement whose output polarity is opposite to its defined input reference.","On a schematic, identify the switch/inductor path, input return and negative-output reference and trace the energy-transfer and feedback circuit. Keep the component tag and signal/reference names consistent across the control drawing, terminal schedule and device documentation.","Negative output polarity distinguishes this arrangement from a non-inverting four-switch buck-boost stage.","The preview is a conceptual topology reference rather than a complete power-stage circuit. Switching sequences, magnetic design, component selection and control/protection details belong in the equipment design documentation."],"readingNotes":["Identify the switch/inductor path, input return and negative-output reference.","Trace the energy-transfer and feedback circuit."],"drawingChecklist":["Label the switch/inductor path, input return and negative-output reference.","Cross-reference the energy-transfer and feedback circuit.","Add the selected device or circuit documentation revision, power/reference connections and project signal convention."],"distinction":"Negative output polarity distinguishes this arrangement from a non-inverting four-switch buck-boost stage.","facts":[{"label":"Common schematic mnemonic","value":"INV-BB — descriptive only; project/device documentation defines reference designations."},{"label":"Terminal / interface focus","value":"The switch/inductor path, input return and negative-output reference"},{"label":"Artwork scope","value":"Original conceptual topology block; not a complete switch-level circuit."}],"references":[{"sourceId":"pub-electronics-ti-topologies","relevance":"Public primary manufacturer documentation establishes the component function or circuit/topology relationship. Preview geometry and drafting explanations are independently authored."}],"related":["four-switch-buck-boost-topology","power-converter"],"artwork":"electronics-power-inverting","publishedOn":"2026-10-14","updatedOn":"2026-10-14","provenance":"independent-public-research","url":"https://eloragrid.ai/symbols/inverting-buck-boost-topology","illustration":{"url":"https://eloragrid.ai/library/illustrations/inverting-buck-boost-topology.svg","scope":"Original educational concept; not an official standard graphic or product footprint","license":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"},"sources":[{"id":"pub-electronics-ti-topologies","title":"Power topology selection and public topology tutorials","publisher":"Texas Instruments","url":"https://www.ti.com/video/series/power-topology-selection.html","type":"manufacturer","scope":"Public tutorials identifying buck, boost, buck-boost, SEPIC, Cuk, Zeta, flyback, forward, push-pull and bridge conversion arrangements. Catalogue previews are conceptual topology/function blocks, not certified standard glyphs or complete power-stage schematics.","checkedOn":"2026-10-14","reuse":"link-only","relevance":"Public primary manufacturer documentation establishes the component function or circuit/topology relationship. Preview geometry and drafting explanations are independently authored."}]}