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Current Transducers

A current transducer is an electronic device that converts an electrical current in one form into another. It is usually used for measurement and control applications, such as in the control systems for industrial machinery. There are a few different types of current transducers, each of which works on a different principle and has different applications. The most common types are: electromechanical, opto-electronic, and thermal current transducers.

20311000101 Application Field and Working Principle

Electromechanical

The electromechanical current transducer works on the principle of a moving armature, which is driven by the magnetic field that is generated by the current flowing through the load. The armature is linked to a potentiometer, which is used to measure the current passing through the load. The electromechanical current transducer is typically used for very low-voltage and current applications, as it requires a large number of turns on the armature in order to be accurate.

Opto-Electronic

The opto-electronic current transducer is one of the most common types, as its fast response time and low cost make it attractive for many applications. It works on the principle of a light-sensitive resistor, which measures the optical intensity of light generated by the current flowing through the load. This light intensity is then converted into an electrical signal. The opto-electronic current transducer is used in a wide range of applications, from basic industrial control systems to advanced medical devices.

Thermal Current Transducer

The thermal current transducer works by measuring the temperature of the current flowing through the load. It is used in applications such as home appliance motors, as the temperature changes can be used to measure the current. This type of transducer is usually used in conjunction with other sensing devices, as a single thermal device is not accurate enough to measure the current.

In conclusion, current transducers are important for a variety of measurement and control applications. The electromechanical, opto-electronic, and thermal current transducer all work on different principles and each has its own applications. All three types of transducer are used in industrial and consumer applications, but the opto-electronic is the most common due to its fast response time and relatively low cost.

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