Saturable Reactors

Saturable reactors, also known as magnetic amplifiers, use a DC control winding to control the flow of AC power in a circuit. By using a saturable reactor in the primary circuit of a power transformer, the output power to the load can be controlled. This is helpful for driving a variety of loads including motors, furnaces, and even lighting equipment. Because there are no fans or solid-state devices, saturable reactors can operate in environments that would be harmful to silicon-controlled rectifier power supplies due to high temperatures or unclean conditions. Magnetic Specialties can design saturable reactors to fit existing control schemes.

Features

Up to 1000 KVAR
Up to 25 kV class, 125 kV BIL
Linear input/output characteristics
High resolution output control
Self-cooled, forced-air cooled, or water cooled
Aluminum or copper windings

Optional

UL Recognized insulation system (Primary must be 600V or less). MSI UL Insulation systems are available in 130°, 180° and 220°C ratings
CE marking with declaration of conformity. ROHS and Low Voltage Directive where applicable
Private labeling with customer supplied nameplate artwork. Units that are private labeled cannot carry our UL label
NEMA 1 (indoor) or NEMA 3R (outdoor) enclosure with ANSI 61 gray powder coat finish
Final Test Reports with optional Certificate of Compliance

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