Electromagnets
Electromagnetic Specifications
Electromagnets are classified as either resistive or superconducting based on the coiling wires used. Dexter’s experience lies in resistive electromagnet technologies.
Electromagnets are comprised of two main elements to produce a magnetic field when powered: the coil(s) and a current source.
Their general purpose is to provide a magnetic force to actuate mechanical components. The field can be manipulated by a change in current, core material, or the number of wire loops.
In contrast to permanent magnets, electromagnets can be switched off and don’t require special rare earth materials. However, sometimes a selection of a unique core material can aid in a higher field output. The three main power setups of electromagnets are Low Frequency AC, DC, and Pulse.
Read our latest whitepaper on Electromagnet Design Considerations here.
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Applications
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Electromagnets are very widely used in electric and electromechanical devices, including:
| • Motors and generators. | • Actuators, such as valves |
| • Transformers | • MRI Machines |
| • Relays | • Electric bells and buzzers. |
| • Loudspeakers and headphones | • Magnetic recording and data storage equipment: tape recorders, VCRs, hard disks |
- Dynamically controllable field strength
- Can be turned off (safety, reduce power consumption)
- Can feasibly achieve higher strengths
- Assembly of device is safer
- Electromagnets don’t risk demagnetization the way permanent magnets do
- Constantly maintains magnetic field without a drop in strength
- Can be lightweight and compact due to higher energy density of magnet material
- Can be a cost-effective solution (especially since no power is needed to run/operate)
- No maintenance or cooling required as magnets do not produce heat from an energy source
Electromagnetic Products by Dexter
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