Common Pitfalls of the Common Mode Choke [Audio]

About this episode

This episode discusses common pitfalls in selecting common mode chokes for EMI suppression.

Selecting the right common mode choke (CMC) can make or break your EMI suppression strategy, but it's easy to fall into common traps. In this episode of "Common Pitfalls of the Common Mode Choke," we highlight the errors most often made during CMC selection, such as focusing only on inductance or overlooking the importance of core material and geometry. You'll learn the practical differences between inductance and impedance, how construction affects performance, and a straightforward workflow for choosing the best CMC for your application. To view the datasheets or order samples, visit Würth Elektronik online or visit the MyWE customer portal. Listen to our PODCAST🎙️: https://www.we-online.com/en/news-center/podcast Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wurth-elektronik (Americas) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wuerth-elektronik-group (Europe) Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WurthElectronics/ (Americas) Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wuerth.Elektronik.Group/ (Europe) Follow us on X: https://x.com/WurthElectronic/ (Americas) Follow us on X: https://x.com/we_online (Europe) Follow us on Instagram…

Topics covered

• common mode choke
• EMI suppression
• inductance
• impedance
• core material
• geometry
• performance

Keywords

• common mode choke
• EMI suppression
• inductance
• impedance
• core material
• geometry
• performance

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Organizations: Würth Elektronik, MyWE customer portal, Würth Elektronik online, LinkedIn, Facebook

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