Audio Transformers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TTC-5020

TTC-5020

Tamura

TRANSFORMER COUPLING 600:301 OHM

499

TTC-142

TTC-142

Tamura

TRANSF TELE COUP 600 OHM 90MADC

0

MET-29

MET-29

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 900CT:600 3.0MA

0

MET-60

MET-60

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 135:135CT 10.0MADC

4050

TTC-5028

TTC-5028

Tamura

TRANSFORMER TELECOMM 600:470 OHM

0

TTC-143

TTC-143

Tamura

TRANSF TELE COUP 600:600 90MADC

0

MET-39

MET-39

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 500:50 3.0MADC

966

TTC-264

TTC-264

Tamura

TRANSF TELE 600/470 OHM 100MADC

0

TTC-5014

TTC-5014

Tamura

TRANSFORMER TELECOMM 600:348 OHM

0

TTC-108

TTC-108

Tamura

TRANSF TELE COUP 600CT:600CT

191

MET-50

MET-50

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 10K:125 0.0MADC

0

MET-22

MET-22

Tamura

TRANSFORMR 2.5KCT:2.5KCT 1.0MADC

0

TTC-105-1

TTC-105-1

Tamura

TRANSF TEL COUP 600:600CT 90MADC

0

TTC-5027

TTC-5027

Tamura

TRANSFORMER TELE 30K:3OK OHM SMD

0

MET-09

MET-09

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 10KCT:10KCT 1.0MADC

6844

TTC-108N

TTC-108N

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 600CT:600CT 0MADC

0

TTC-294

TTC-294

Tamura

TRANSFORM TELECOMM COUPL 600 OHM

0

MET-26

MET-26

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 1KCT:1KCT 3.0MADC

0

MET-01

MET-01

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 200KCT:1KCT 0.0MADC

0

MET-23

MET-23

Tamura

TRANSFORMER 1.6KCT:3.2 2.5MADC

1462

Audio Transformers

1. Overview

Audio Transformers are electromagnetic devices that transfer electrical energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction. They play a critical role in audio systems by enabling impedance matching, signal isolation, voltage/current conversion, and noise suppression. These components are essential in maintaining signal integrity and optimizing performance across audio frequency ranges (typically 20Hz-20kHz). Their importance spans professional audio equipment, consumer electronics, and industrial systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Input TransformersHigh impedance matching, balanced-to-unbalanced conversionMixer consoles, microphone preamps
Output TransformersVoltage step-down, load impedance adaptationPower amplifiers, speaker systems
Isolation TransformersGalvanic separation, ground loop eliminationDI boxes, audio interfaces
Phase Splitter TransformersSignal phase inversion with equal amplitudePush-pull amplifier circuits

3. Structure and Components

Typical audio transformers consist of: - **Core Materials**: Laminated silicon steel (for low-frequency response) or ferrite (for high-frequency applications) - **Windings**: Primary and secondary coils with precise turn ratios, often using enamel-coated copper wire - **Insulation**: Dielectric barriers between windings for safety isolation - **Enclosure**: Metal or plastic housing for electromagnetic shielding and mechanical protection

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Frequency ResponseRange: 10Hz-100kHz (typical audio bandwidth)Ensures full-spectrum audio reproduction
Turns RatioVoltage ratio: 1:1 to 1:20 (varies by application)Determines impedance matching capability
ImpedancePrimary/secondary values: 50 -10k Matches source/load impedances for maximum power transfer
Power Handling1W-1kW rating depending on sizePrevents saturation in high-power applications
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)Typical <0.1% at 1kHzMaintains signal fidelity

5. Application Fields

Major industries include: - **Professional Audio**: Concert sound systems, studio recording equipment - **Consumer Electronics**: Home theater systems, headphone amplifiers - **Broadcast**: Transmitters, mixing consoles - **Industrial**: Public address systems, test and measurement devices - **Musical Instruments**: Guitar amplifiers, DI boxes

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerKey ProductsSpecifications
CinemagVintage-Style Output Transformers300Hz-20kHz response, 500V isolation
Triad MagneticsSP-6388 Input Transformer600 :600 ratio, 2W power rating
StancorP-1118 Isolation Transformer1:1 ratio, 1500V dielectric withstand

7. Selection Guide

Key considerations: - Match impedance ratios to source/load requirements - Verify frequency response aligns with application bandwidth - Calculate power handling needs with 20% safety margin - Prioritize low THD (<0.05%) for critical audio paths - Consider physical size constraints and cooling requirements - Example: Selecting a 1:10 step-up transformer for moving-coil phono cartridges requires 20Hz-50kHz frequency response and 5mW power handling.

8. Industry Trends

Current developments include: - Miniaturization through advanced core materials (nanocrystalline alloys) - Integration with digital signal processing (hybrid analog-digital designs) - Improved efficiency via planar transformer technology - Increased adoption of surface-mount (SMD) packages for automated manufacturing - Enhanced EMC performance for wireless audio systems

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