How to Test DC Magnetic Properties of Soft Magnetic Materials

1. Understanding Soft Magnetic Materials and Their Applications

Soft magnetic materials are essential in various electrical and electronic applications due to their ability to efficiently conduct magnetic flux with minimal energy loss. These materials, such as electrical steels and ferrites, are widely used in transformers, electric motors, sensors, and inductors, playing a crucial role in power conversion and electromagnetic applications. Their performance characteristics, including permeability, coercivity, and hysteresis loss, determine their suitability for specific industrial and research applications.

2. Introducing the TS4000 DC Magnetic Properties Measuring System for Soft Magnetic Materials

Magnetic materials play a critical role in various industries, from electrical engineering to automotive and renewable energy applications. Accurately characterizing their magnetic properties is essential for optimizing performance and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Tunkia presents the TS4000 DC Magnetic Properties Measuring System for Soft Magnetic Materials, a dedicated system for measuring the DC magnetic properties of soft magnetic materials. It consists of a DC excitation and measurement unit and testing software, with optional Type-A or Type-B permeameter, solenoids, and electromagnet.

The system can directly measure the DC magnetic properties of soft magnetic ring specimens or other closed magnetic circuit specimens.

Additionally, with the optional permeameter, solenoid, or electromagnet, it can measure the magnetic properties of open magnetic circuit specimens.

The TS4000 is ideal for applications in:

• Material Research & Development: Supporting universities, laboratories, and R&D centers in exploring new soft magnetic materials.

• Industrial Quality Control: Assisting manufacturers in ensuring the consistency and reliability of their magnetic components.

• Electrical Equipment Testing: Providing valuable insights into the performance of transformer cores, motor laminations, and other soft magnetic parts.

3. Features of TS4000 DC Magnetic Properties Measuring System for Soft Magnetic Materials

Comprehensive Testing Capabilities: It supports the measurement of key parameters such as DC hysteresis loops, coercivity, remanence, and permeability, etc, covering a wide range of materials including electrical steels and ferrites.

User-Friendly Software: Equipped with an intuitive interface, the system allows users to easily configure test parameters, visualize real-time measurement results, and generate detailed reports.

Automated Testing Process: The TS4000 integrates automation features to improve efficiency and repeatability, reducing manual intervention and minimizing measurement errors.

Compliance with Industry Standards: The system adheres to recognized international testing standards, ensuring compatibility with global industry requirements.

The product design conforms to the standard IEC 60404-4, IEC 60404-7.

IEC 60404-4: Magnetic materials - Part 4: Methods of measurement of d.c. magnetic properties of iron and steel

IEC 60404-7: Magnetic materials - Part 7: Method of measurement of the coercivity (up to 160 kA/m) of magnetic materials in an open magnetic circuit

4. Panel and Interfaces

The TS4000 is designed with multiple interfaces to support various testing configurations:

• Front Panel: Features two excitation winding (N1) and two measurement winding (N2) interfaces for connecting ring specimens during testing.

• Permeameter Interface: Allows connection to a permeameter for testing specimens with open magnetic circuits, such as sheets, rods, and strips.

• Fluxgate Interface (Rear Panel): Used for connecting the fluxgate probe built into a solenoid when performing soft magnetic material testing using the fluxgate scanning method.

• Hall Probe Interface (Rear Panel): Enables connection of a Hall probe positioned between electromagnet poles for scanning magnetic properties with an electromagnet setup.

5. Watch the TS4000 in Action

To see the TS4000 in operation, watch our demonstration video, which showcases its key functionalities:

• Testing ring specimens using the scanning and impulse methods.

• Using accessories such as the permeameter and solenoid for open magnetic circuit testing.

• Exploring the convenience and efficiency of automated testing software.

6. Other Magnetic Material Magnetic Properties Testing Devices

TY1100 Magnetic Properties Measuring System for Hard Magnetic Materials

TD8160 Magnetic Properties Measuring System for Single Sheet Amorphous

7. Why Choose Tunkia?

Tunkia is dedicated to delivering innovative and high-precision solutions for electromagnetic measurement and calibration. With years of expertise in the field, we provide cutting-edge technology tailored to the needs of researchers, engineers, and manufacturers worldwide.

For more information about the TS4000 DC Magnetic Properties Measuring System for Soft Magnetic Materials, visit our website at www.tunkia.cn or contact us directly to discuss your testing requirements.