There are different types of components in any type of electrical system. One of the essential components in any type of system is an inductor. All inductors are passive components; in other words, they neither generate or use energy. Instead, they act as a simple and effective way to store the energy by creating a magnetic field.
There are both single phase AC inductors as well as three phase AC inductors. They are selected to correspond to either single phase or three phase transformers. In a very simple system, they operate to store energy as electricity runs through the coil or coils. This transfer of electricity through the coils generates a magnetic field, and the number of coils around the core is used to increase or decrease the strength of this magnetic field. This magnetic field is used to manage the AC current and prevent any type of current change that could damage equipment or limit operation. It works both ways, both preventing sudden current spikes or drops through the system.
The Choice of Custom Designs
It is possible to choose off-the-shelf types of inductors to use in systems. These are a low-cost and viable solution for standard types of systems and where there are no unique requirements.
However, with many systems, the specific design of a standard inductor does not address the needs of the circuits and equipment. In these cases, custom inductors can be designed to increase the strength of the magnetic field.
With the manufacturing of custom inductors, several factors come into play. The core length, cross sectional area of the coil as well as the specific number of turns or windings on the coil all results in a change in the magnetic field produced by custom inductors.
Inductors can be found in motors, household appliances, and electronics such as computers and televisions. They are also found in industrial equipment and machines, as well as in power supplies and other similar applications.
