Differences between Air-Core and Iron-Core Inductors
Differences between Air-Core and Iron-Core Inductors Inductors, or “coils,” are used in electrical circuits to store energy in a magnetic field. There are two types of inductors: air-core and iron-core. The primary difference between them is the material used to create the core. Air-core inductors use a hollow, non-magnetic core, usually made of plastic, ceramic, or some other insulating material. They have low inductance values and are used in high-frequency circuits. Because of their low inductance values, they are less susceptible to distortion and are more stable at high frequencies. Iron-core inductors use a magnetic core, usually made of iron, ferrite, or powdered iron. They have higher inductance values and […]












