Latest Inductors Technical Articles

In this article, we will examine the basic principles of FM demodulation through the simplest frequency discriminator: a…

In this article, we will examine the basic principles of FM demodulation through the simplest frequency discriminator: a differentiator.

In this article, we discuss a tuning method designed specifically for Class E RF amplifiers.

In this article, we discuss a tuning method designed specifically for Class E RF amplifiers.

In this article, we examine the effects of RF choke non-idealities on Class E amplifier performance and learn how to…

In this article, we examine the effects of RF choke non-idealities on Class E amplifier performance and learn how to choose the right choke inductance for your amplifier design.

In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.

In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.

Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article,…

Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article, we discuss the advantages and limitations of these waveforms.

In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.

In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.

In this article, we explore the advantages of introducing an air gap to the magnetic core of an inductor.

In this article, we explore the advantages of introducing an air gap to the magnetic core of an inductor.

Core saturation is one of the main limitations on the design of magnetic components. In this article, we explore how…

Core saturation is one of the main limitations on the design of magnetic components. In this article, we explore how different factors—particularly the number of turns—impact the core saturation of an inductor.

In this article, we learn about core saturation and why it should be avoided in most applications. We then examine how…

In this article, we learn about core saturation and why it should be avoided in most applications. We then examine how different ways of defining permeability can help us predict the saturation flux density of a magnetic core.

Eddy currents are a major loss mechanism in transformer cores. This article provides both in-depth and simplified…

Eddy currents are a major loss mechanism in transformer cores. This article provides both in-depth and simplified explanations of how core laminations work to mitigate the effects of eddy currents.

The hysteresis effect is one of the main sources of loss in ferromagnetic materials. In this article, we learn to…

The hysteresis effect is one of the main sources of loss in ferromagnetic materials. In this article, we learn to calculate the hysteresis loss of a magnetic core and work through some example problems.

In this article, we use the concept of magnetic field energy to explore the relationship between a core's hysteresis loss…

In this article, we use the concept of magnetic field energy to explore the relationship between a core's hysteresis loss and its B-H curve.

In this article, we explore the effect of dimensional resonance on the magnetic field distribution in high-frequency…

In this article, we explore the effect of dimensional resonance on the magnetic field distribution in high-frequency ferrite cores.

The formation of eddy currents can cause problems for magnetic cores at high frequencies. To mitigate these undesirable…

The formation of eddy currents can cause problems for magnetic cores at high frequencies. To mitigate these undesirable effects, we first need to understand them.

This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow…

This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow us to transform a passive network into an active network while building an audio noise filter.

In this article, we use the concept of magnetic field intensity to help explain how complex permeability models the…

In this article, we use the concept of magnetic field intensity to help explain how complex permeability models the losses of a magnetic core.

This article examines three different types of magnetic materials and how they react to an external magnetic field.

This article examines three different types of magnetic materials and how they react to an external magnetic field.

Learn how these simple filters can help you combat common-mode noise with minimal degradation of the desired signal.

Learn how these simple filters can help you combat common-mode noise with minimal degradation of the desired signal.

Learn how a bifilar coil can be used to design transformers for high-frequency RF applications.

Learn how a bifilar coil can be used to design transformers for high-frequency RF applications.