Ferrite Cores

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6295420121

6295420121

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

95 RM CORE SET

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6298110121

6298110121

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

98 RM CORE SET

0

2661103002

2661103002

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

FREE HANG FERRITE CORE

49

6578130121

6578130121

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 EP CORE SET

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6678322121

6678322121

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 PQ CORE SET

0

5678302021

5678302021

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 POT CORE SET

0

8978252521

8978252521

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 EFD CORE SET

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7878400221

7878400221

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 PLANAR EI CORE SET

0

8995121221

8995121221

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

95 EFD CORE SET

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5952020201

5952020201

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

52 TOROID

0

5695221421

5695221421

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

95 POT CORE SET

0

9578150602

9578150602

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 ER CORE SET

0

6678505021

6678505021

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 PQ CORE SET

0

9478111002

9478111002

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 E CORE SET

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5975005101

5975005101

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

75 TOROID

0

9578100502

9578100502

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 ER CORE SET

0

5977001301

5977001301

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

77 TOROID

0

5678362321

5678362321

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

78 POT CORE SET

0

5698221421

5698221421

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

98 POT CORE SET

0

9498110002

9498110002

Fair-Rite Products Corp.

98 E CORE SET

0

Ferrite Cores

1. Overview

Ferrite cores are ceramic compounds made from iron oxide and other metal oxides, sintered to form high-permeability magnetic materials. They exhibit low eddy current losses at high frequencies, making them ideal for electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression, energy storage, and signal transmission in modern electronics. Their unique combination of high resistivity and magnetic properties enables efficient operation in power conversion systems, telecommunications, and automotive electronics.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
EE/EI CoresHigh inductance, easy assemblySwitch-mode power supplies (SMPS)
RM CoresCompact design, low leakage inductanceDC-DC converters
PQ CoresHigh power handling, uniform magnetic pathAutomotive battery chargers
EP Cores360 winding space, mechanical stabilityLED drivers
Toroidal CoresLow electromagnetic radiation, high efficiencyRF filters, current sensors

3. Structure and Composition

Typical ferrite cores consist of:

  • Base material: Mn-Zn or Ni-Zn ferrite compounds
  • Geometric shapes: E/I, pot, toroid, planar, or custom geometries
  • Surface treatment: Coatings (epoxy, parylene) or tape wrapping for insulation
  • Dimensional tolerances: 1% to 3% depending on manufacturing process

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Initial Permeability ( i)Relative magnetic permeability at 10kHzDetermines inductance capability
Saturation Flux Density (Bs)Maximum magnetic flux before saturationLimits power handling capacity
Resistivity ( )Volume resistivity ( cm)Controls eddy current losses
Curie Temperature (Tc)Temperature threshold for magnetic lossDefines operational temperature limits
Dimensional ToleranceGeometric precision ( 0.05-0.2mm)Affects winding compatibility

5. Application Fields

  • Power Electronics: SMPS, inverters, EV chargers
  • Telecommunications: Broadband transformers, signal isolators
  • Automotive: On-board chargers, DC-DC converters
  • Consumer Electronics: LED ballasts, adapter transformers
  • Industrial: Motor drives, energy storage inductors

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
TDK CorporationPC40 MaterialHigh Bs (510mT), low core loss
Ferroxcube3C90 Material i=2300, Tc=215 C
Magnetics Inc.R MaterialHigh stability (-20~125 C)
Changzhou FulltimeEE85/38/20Planar transformer core

7. Selection Guidelines

  1. Determine operational frequency (Mn-Zn for <5MHz, Ni-Zn for >5MHz)
  2. Calculate required AL value for inductance
  3. Verify Bs against peak current requirements
  4. Select dimensional compatibility with PCB/winding equipment
  5. Assess temperature stability requirements

8. Industry Trends

Key development directions include:

  • Miniaturization for high-frequency (>1MHz) operation
  • New materials with permeability >3000 and Bs >550mT
  • Integrated magnetics combining multiple functions
  • Environmental compliance (RoHS, halogen-free coatings)
  • AI-driven core optimization for EV powertrains

Market forecasts predict 6.8% CAGR through 2027, driven by 5G infrastructure and renewable energy systems.

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