Pulse Transformers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
IT243 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1:1 DL 2.5MH .1A	252
IT234 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 3:1:1 DL 17MH .25A	144
IT255 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SGL 2.2MH .25A	306
IT249 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 2:1:1 DL 17MH .25A	153
IT242 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1:1 DL 2.5MH .1A	131
IT155 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SINGLE 5MH 0.1A	0
IT370 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SINGLE 0.3MH 1A	262
IT245 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SGL 8MH .1A	122
IT260 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 3:1 SGL 12MH .1A	675
IT314 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 3:1:1 DUAL 35MH 1A	0
IT248 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 2:1 SGL 17MH .25A	939
IT258 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SGL 2.5MH 1A	1656
IT143 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1:1 DL 15MH .025A	55
IT246 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 2:1 SGL 7MH .1A	1086
IT244 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 3:1:1 DL 15MH .1A	190
IT313 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1:1 DL 3MH 1A	1317
IT233 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1:1 DL 3MH .25A	75
IT364 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SINGLE 1.5MH 3A	0
IT237 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SGL 25MH .25A	187
IT239 Schaffner EMC, Inc.	XFRMR PULSE 1:1 SGL 3MH .25A	46

Pulse Transformers

1. Overview

Pulse transformers are specialized electromagnetic devices designed to transfer electrical pulse signals between circuits while maintaining galvanic isolation. They play a critical role in modern electronics by enabling efficient signal transmission, voltage level conversion, and noise suppression. Their unique ability to handle fast transient signals makes them essential in power electronics, telecommunications, and industrial control systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Signal Pulse Transformer	High bandwidth, fast rise time (ns level), low distortion	Digital communication interfaces (RS485, Ethernet)
Power Pulse Transformer	High voltage isolation (>1kV), high efficiency (>90%)	Switch-mode power supplies (SMPS), motor drives
High-Voltage Pulse Transformer	Multi-kV insulation, partial discharge resistance	X-ray generators, radar systems
Wideband Pulse Transformer	Frequency range: 100kHz-100MHz, flat response curve	RF amplifiers, test equipment

3. Structure and Components

Typical construction includes:

Primary/secondary windings: Enamelled copper wire with precise turn ratio
Magnetic core: Ferrite (high permeability), powdered iron (high saturation)
Insulation system: Multi-layer dielectric barriers, vacuum pressure impregnation
Termination: Surface-mount pads or through-hole pins

Advanced designs use planar transformers with PCB-integrated windings for improved thermal management.

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical Range	Importance
Turns Ratio	1:1 to 1:100	Voltage scaling accuracy
Frequency Range	100kHz-10MHz	Signal integrity maintenance
Isolation Voltage	500V-30kV	Safety compliance (UL/IEC)
Pulse Rise Time	1ns-50ns	Digital signal fidelity
Leakage Inductance	<1 H	Efficiency optimization

5. Application Fields

Power Electronics: Isolated gate drivers for IGBT/MOSFET
Telecommunications: DSL line interface units
Medical Equipment: Patient-isolated monitoring systems
Industrial Control: PLC signal transmission
Automotive: EV battery management system (BMS) isolation

Case Study: In electric vehicle chargers, pulse transformers enable 1500V isolation between grid and battery systems while maintaining 98% signal integrity at 2MHz switching frequency.

6. Leading Manufacturers

Manufacturer	Key Product Series	Specifications
Coilcraft	Pulse-Hi Series	1:1.4 ratio, 25kV isolation, 100MHz bandwidth
Pulse Electronics	PA1538NL	1:16 ratio, 3kV isolation, 100ns rise time
TDK-Lambda	CUT100	2.5kV isolation, 2MHz frequency, SMD package

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Match turns ratio with driver/receiver voltage requirements
Verify insulation class against system safety standards
Check frequency response vs. signal bandwidth requirements
Consider thermal rating for continuous power operation
Evaluate PCB footprint constraints (through-hole vs SMD)

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions include:

Miniaturization through nanocrystalline core materials
Integration with EMI filtering components
Increased operating frequencies (>10MHz) for 5G infrastructure
SiC/GaN compatible designs for wide bandgap power devices
Automotive-grade models for 800V EV systems