MAGNETIC COILS New Source Technology can provide you with a variety of important transformers and inductors specifically design for the laser environment. Among the more common types are trigger transformers, pulse forming inductors and isolation transformers. All of these products are constructed to your specifications using the highest quality components and manufacturing practices. We can design to both industrial and medical safety agency standards along with special requirements for low leakage, unique physical dimensions and a variety of other features. Combined with our capacitor chargers these products form the basis for a reliable pulse power package for your new laser design.
There are several styles of lamp triggers commonly used in lasers and direct flashlamp applications. External trigger transformers energize a coil of wire surrounding the lamp causing an ionized streamer between the anode and cathode of the lamp. This transformer is small in size and easy to place close to the lamp for reliable lamp ignition. These transformers are usually potted and are relatively inexpensive. Series injection trigger transformers are built with high current secondary windings so this winding can be in series between the discharge capacitor and the lamp. These transformers are heavier and cost more than external trigger versions but offer the advantage of acting as a wave shaping inductor in the high voltage circuit. Careful circuit design using series injection can yield longer lamp life. We can also provide you with matching simmer circuitry for your specific application. Please consult Customer Service for more details. Pulse Forming Inductors Traditional full discharge pulse forming networks use inductors to help shape the current waveform applied to the lamp. This results in longer lamp life and better control of the lamp output. New Source has the capability to build inductors to your specifications or assist you in a design that meets your electrical and dimensional requirements. These inductors are specifically designed for the high peak currents associated with pulse forming networks and will provide long-term reliability. Isolation Transformers Used for both isolation from the mains in Medical lasers and voltage selection in a variety of industrial applications, these transformers can be designed using a toroidal core or the more traditional box style. Low leakage designs and multiple primary and secondary taps can be configured to match your specific requirements. Contact us to discuss your laser application and optical requirements.
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