DC Link Chokes
CTM Magnetics’ DC Link Chokes are precision-engineered to deliver unmatched reliability and long-lasting performance. Designed to filter and stabilize DC bus voltage and current in variable speed drives and inverters, they provide robust protection against harmonic distortion and voltage spikes. By absorbing surges and minimizing ripple, these chokes enhance internal system protection, ensuring your equipment operates at peak efficiency without compromising input bridge rectifiers or inverter outputs.
Applications
CTM Magnetics’ DC Link Chokes excel in demanding applications, making them the trusted choice for:
- Precision AC PWM inverters and drives
- High-performance DC to AC inverters
- Variable frequency motor drives
- Advanced electric vehicle inverters
- DC to DC converters/ battery chargers
Reliable Power Protection
- Reducing Harmonics: Minimize electrical noise and enhance system stability for cleaner, more efficient power delivery.
- Absorbing Voltage Spikes: Protect your system from damaging voltage and current surges.
- Smoothing Ripple: Stabilize DC bus performance for consistent operation.
- Safeguarding Components: Reduce dv/dt and di/dt rates to protect sensitive electronics.
- Preventing Downtime: Eliminate nuisance over-voltage trips that can halt productivity.
- Controlling Transients: Mitigate DC bus over-voltage to extend system longevity.
Reliable Solutions Across Critical Industries
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs):
- Energy-efficient motor drives for oil and gas pumping systems (e.g., ESPs and rod pumps)
- Mining equipment, conveyor systems, and HVAC solutions for building management
- Precision cooling and airflow systems for data centers
Electric Vehicle and Marine Powertrains:
- EV drivetrain systems, including hybrid vehicles and charging infrastructure
- Electric bus and heavy equipment powertrains
- Shipboard power systems, offshore platforms, and electric propulsion drives
Critical Power and Data Infrastructure:
- High-efficiency power distribution units (PDUs) for data centers
- Critical backup power systems to ensure reliability in demanding environments
- Advanced energy systems requiring harmonic reduction and power stability
Industrial and Renewable Energy Systems:
- Precision AC PWM inverters for CNC machinery, robotics, and automation
- High-performance DC to AC inverters for solar, wind, and grid-tied energy storage
- Backup power systems (UPS) for industrial and renewable applications
DC Link Chokes
Maximum Voltage
1400V DC
Ripple Frequency
Up to 1 MHz
Ripple Current
10% peak to peak
Ambient Temperature
55°C
Insulation System
200°C
Agency Recognitions
cЯUus 1446
UL 508A
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