FERRITE DEVICES

PRESENTED BY:

CAMUS, SHEILA MARIE

SUMANGIL, MARIA MARGARITA

Elective 1 (Advanced Communication System and Design)

INTRODUCTION
Ferrite is a high resistance magnetic material and it
consists of mainly ferrite oxide along with one or more
other metals. Ferrite material is extremely useful at
microwave frequencies. Electromagnetic waves pass
through ferrites with negligible attenuation.
Electromagnetic wave propagation undergoes phase shift
due to ferrites, which can be influenced by the applied DC
magnetic fields. The ferrites are popularly used in
microwave isolators, circulators, and switches.

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 TYPES OF FERRITE
SOFT FERRITE

Soft ferrites are not permanent magnets. They carry

magnetism (like mild steel) but as soon as the magnetic field
is removed, the magnetism disappears. Soft ferrites are
popular as transformers (to change the voltage from primary
to secondary windings). So soft ferrites are often called
transformer ferrites.

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 TYPES OF FERRITE
HARD FERRITE

Hard ferrites, also known as ceramic magnets, are

composed of barium or strontium ferrite and have a
high coercivity and low magnetic permeability. This
makes them much more difficult to magnetize and
demagnetize compared to soft ferrites.

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 TRANSFORMERS
Ferrite Core Transformer is non-conductive,
ferromagnetic compound that has its winding
made from ferrite cores. They are used for high-
frequency applications because they carry low
coercivity and offer low eddy current losses.

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 TYPES OF TRANSFORMER FERRITE
• Manganese Zinc (MnZn): They have higher saturation levels and higher permeability than NiZn
ferrites. These are suitable for applications that have an operating frequency of less than 5MHz.
Also, their impedance makes them ideal for inductors up to 70 MHz.

• Nickel Zinc (NiZn): They have higher resistivity compared to MnZn ferrites. They are used in
electrical applications when the frequency ranges between 2 MHz to several hundred MHz and are
suitable for inductors above 70 Mhz.

• Sand Dust: These are high-frequency Choke Coils ideally used with ferrites only.

• Lamination/ Amorphous & Nanocrystalline: The lamination transformers are primarily used in
inverters, welding sets, and UPS.

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 BENEFITS OF TRANSFORMER
Ferrite Core Transformer offers a range of benefits that makes them ideal for various electrical
applications. Some of their major benefits include:

• High Magnetic Permeability: Ferrite core transformers have high magnetic permeability which is
one reason they are used in high-frequency transformers.

• Low Electrical Conductivity: The high permeability along with low electrical conductivity helps the
ferrite cores to prevent eddy current losses. Owing to this, the cores deliver outstanding
performance at higher frequencies.

• Higher Coercivity: Soft ferrite cores have a higher coercivity as compared to hard ferrite cores.
Also, they can change their magnetic direction while ensuring negligible hysteresis losses.
 MAJOR APPLICATION
Major applications of Ferrite core transformers are given below:

• Power Electronic Circuits

• DC to DC Converters
• Solar Panels
• Lighting
• Home Appliances
• Electrical Vehicles
• Mobile Chargers
• Brushless DC Inverters
 INDUCTORS
Inductors that are manufactured with a ferrite core
inside their coil are Ferrite core inductor. When these
solid metal cores are used in inductors, the changing
magnetic field exhibits large eddy currents because of
the electrical conductivity of the metal. These currents
circulate within the inductors alongside the closed-
loop of electric current.

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 CHARACTERISTICS OF INDUCTORS
• In ferrite core inductors, the current passes to generate a magnetic field and the change in magnetic
field results in the passing of an opposing current.
• They change electrical energy into magnetic energy and store the energy in them.
• They allow DC (Direct Current) but not AC (Alternating Current) to pass through them at higher
frequencies.
• High Quality Factor - Material with low core losses; gapped ferrite core structure
• Performance over temperature - Closely controlled µi (initial permeability) versus temperature
• Minimum Stray Field - Use of toroid or pot core
• High inductance - Attained by using ferrite materials with high permeability

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 APPLICATIONS OF INDUCTORS
• Ferrite Core inductors can be used in coils that are operated between a frequency range from AF to 100
MHZ
• They can be used in power transformers that operate in a low frequency range between 1 to 200 kHz
• They can be used at both medium and high frequencies
• They can be used in switching circuits
• They can be used in Pi Filters
• They can also be used in the ferrite rod antenna designed for medium wave receivers
• Telecommunications is the largest and most critical segment apart from communications, entertainment,
controls and other industries
• Common mode inductors in power conditioning or power supply components
• Prevention of common mode noise generated by the equipment from escaping into other circuitry
 MAGNETIC SHIELDING
Ferrite materials provide magnetic shielding performance similar to commonly used high
permeability metals but have lower intrinsic magnetic noise generated by thermal
Johnson currents due to their high electrical resistivity.
 PERMANENT MAGNETS
Ferrite materials, such as ceramic magnets, are commonly
used as permanent magnets. These magnets are often
referred to as ferrite magnets or ceramic magnets. They are
composed of a class of ceramic compounds containing iron
oxide (Fe2O3) along with other elements like barium,
strontium, or lead.

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 MAGNETIC STORAGE
Ferrite was widely used as core material for magnetic
heads of tape recorders and VTRs. Materials for
magnetic heads need to have low loss and good
magnetic properties, and also to have abrasion
resistance as they are run along the surfaces of tape for
recording and reproduction.

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 WHY ARE FERRITE DEVICES USEFUL?
Ferrite devices are useful for a variety of reasons, primarily due to their unique magnetic and electrical
properties. Here are several key reasons why ferrite devices are valuable in electronics:

• Magnetic Properties: Ferrite materials exhibit high magnetic permeability, which means they can easily
concentrate magnetic flux. This property is crucial in applications where you need to control and
manipulate magnetic fields, such as in transformers, inductors, and magnetic amplifiers.

• Electrical Insulation: Ferrite materials have low electrical conductivity, making them excellent electrical
insulators. This property allows them to prevent unwanted electrical currents and eddy currents in
electronic circuits.

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 WHY ARE FERRITE DEVICES USEFUL?
• Resonance Frequency Control: Ferrite materials can be engineered to have a specific resonance frequency,
often in the microwave range. This tunability is valuable in applications like microwave circulators,
isolators, and phase shifters, where precise control of the resonance frequency is necessary.

• EMI Suppression: Ferrite materials are highly effective at absorbing and suppressing electromagnetic
interference (EMI). They are used in electronic components like ferrite beads and chokes to reduce
unwanted electromagnetic radiation, ensuring signal integrity and compliance with electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) standards.

• Compact and Lightweight: Ferrite devices are relatively small and lightweight, making them ideal for
miniaturized electronic systems and portable devices. Their compact nature contributes to efficient
integration into various electronic components.

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 WHY ARE FERRITE DEVICES USEFUL?
• Stability: Ferrite materials exhibit good thermal stability, allowing them to perform consistently over a
wide range of temperatures. This stability is essential in applications exposed to varying environmental
conditions.

• Tunable Properties: Some ferrite devices, such as ferrite-based antennas and tunable filters, offer the
advantage of being tunable, allowing for adjustments to meet the specific needs of various frequency bands
and applications.

• Isolation and Signal Control: In microwave electronics, ferrite devices like circulators and isolators provide
high isolation and low insertion loss, enabling precise control of signals. This is crucial in reducing signal
reflections and ensuring efficient signal transmission.

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 WHY FERRITE DEVICES ARE USEFUL?
• Energy Efficiency: Ferrite devices are energy-efficient because they minimize energy losses due to their
low electrical conductivity and high magnetic permeability. This is particularly important in power
electronics, where energy conservation is a priority.

• Customization: Ferrite materials can be engineered and customized to meet specific design requirements,
making them adaptable to a wide range of applications.

In summary, ferrite devices offer a combination of magnetic, electrical, and thermal properties that make them
invaluable in electronics, particularly in applications that require efficient control of magnetic fields,
electromagnetic interference suppression, and stability over various operating conditions.

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 THANK YOU

Elective 1 (Advanced Communication System and Design)