Design of High Power Density Transformer

Abstract

The traditional high-voltage high-frequency transformer has a drawback of low power density due to the rigorous requirements of high voltage insulation. This paper proposes a new configuration for the magnetic core based on planar EE cores. The parallel connection of planar cores was adopted as a unit, and several units were cascaded to form the high-voltage transformer. The electrical potential distribution of the proposed transformer is more uniform than a traditional transformer, and enables a decrease in the insulation distances. The mechanical configuration of a laboratory prototype is discussed, as well as the electrical, parasitic, and thermal behaviors.