What is a Toroidal Power Transformer?
Transformers are electrical devices that rely on electromagnetic induction to transfer energy from one circuit to another. Among the most common types of transformers are power transformers, which are generally used in electrical systems to step up (i.e., increase) or step down (i.e., decrease) voltage levels between circuits. These transformers are available in several variations,…
Magnetic Components 101: Transformers, Inductors, and Chokes
Magnetic components are passive elements that rely on an internal magnetic field to alter electrical current. They play a critical role in many electronic devices, equipment, and systems. Some of the industries that often make use of them include: Appliances: Magnetic components play critical roles in both common household and advanced industrial appliances (ranging from…
The Role of Forward Converters
Forward converters—also referred to as forward-converter transformers or transformers for forward-mode topology—are used in DC-DC conversion applications to provide voltage transformation and circuit isolation. They increase or decrease the voltage levels of DC input, depending on the duty cycle and number of windings. Compared to alternative topologies, they offer greater design simplicity, multiple isolated output…
Top Automation Processes Used in the Automotive Industry Today
Many industries have adopted automated technologies, such as AI or machine learning. While much of this technology is still in its early stages, it is already doing impressive work—automation in the automotive industry, for example, has led to a steep increase in productivity, even in complex tasks. Here, we’ll discuss four high-tech automation processes utilized…
Exploring Balun Transformers
In the world of electronics, it’s common to hear about two varieties of lines—balanced and unbalanced. Balanced lines have two conductors, which feature equal currents running in opposite directions. An example of balanced lines is twisted pair cables. On the other hand, unbalanced lines feature just one conductor and a ground, like a coaxial cable….
5/2019 Increasing Output Power Yield with Forward Converters
5/2019 Increasing Output Power Yield with Forward Converters Forward converters share similar energy efficiency and appearance qualities with flyback and half-bridge converters, but they can be distinguished by their higher output power yield (up to 200W). These DC-to-DC converters operate through the integration of a forward transformer (to raise or decrease output voltage) and…
4/2019 Advanced Circuit Isolation with Flyback Transformers
4/2019 Advanced Circuit Isolation with Flyback Transformers Flyback transformers (also known as line output transformers) are used in high-efficiency isolated power supplies and provide excellent circuit isolation, the capacity for multiple outputs, and the potential for both positive and negative output voltages. Because of their uncomplicated design, versatility, and low cost, flyback transformers make…
Understanding Power Transformers
Transformers convert an AC system’s electrical power at one current or voltage into electrical power at a different current or voltage without using rotating parts. power transformers provide this critical function as components of electrical and electronic circuits. Besides the common application of stepping voltages up or down, these magnetic components can also be used…
3/2019 Voltage Benefits of Buck-Boost Converters
3/2019 Power & Voltage Benefits of Buck-Boost Converters Buck-boost converters make it easy to manage voltage for applications that involve a wide variety of input voltages As their name may imply, buck-boost converters join together elements of buck converters and boost converters in one circuit. When the power source reaches a higher voltage…
2/2019 Custom Balun Transformers for Impedance Signal Matching
2/2019 Custom Balun Transformers for Impedance Signal Matching The term “balun” joins together “balanced” and “unbalanced,” just like its function as a transformer. Specifically, balun transformers send signals to and from an unbalanced impedance input, such as a coaxial cable, and a balanced impedance output, such as twisted pair cables. Balun transformers are commonly…