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Multi-layer transformer having electrical connection in a magnetic core

US6054914A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 6, 1998
Grant dateApr 25, 2000
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01F2027/2809
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method, apparatus, and article of manufacture for a multi-layer transformer includes a plurality of layers having a magnetic core area disposed on each of the layers forming a magnetic core of the transformer having a primary winding disposed on at least one of the layers, and a secondary winding disposed on at least one of the layers. A plurality of interconnecting vias connect the primary winding between the layers, and a second plurality of interconnecting vias connect the secondary winding between the layers. The interconnecting vias are disposed proximate a center of the magnetic core of the transformer, thus, reducing the overall volume, size, weight, and cost of a transformer while meeting regulatory isolation safety requirements.

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