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Adjustable air gap ferrite structures and methods of manufacture

US4523170A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 1982
Grant dateJun 11, 1985
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2002

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49076
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

New fabricating methods and products are disclosed for manufacture and assembly of tunable-inductance magnetically-soft ferrite core assemblies. Pot core type elements are pressure molded from ferrimagnetic particles having residual reactivity; unitary helical threads are tapped in central openings of compacted core elements while in the green state; subsequent heat treatment converts the green compact to a ceramic. Use of a shrink tap provides compatibility of the unitary threads with the pre-threaded male adjustment members of the prior practice. A new assembly enables use of identical core half sections; provision is made for support at one or both longitudinal ends of the male tuning member.

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