COMPARISON LF VS. HF TRANSFORMER
| Parameter | Low-Frequency (LF) | High-Frequency (HF) |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency range | 50/60 Hz | >20 kHz to several MHz |
| Typical core material | Laminated silicon steel | Ferrite, amorphous |
| Power range | 1 VA to 5 MVA | Low to medium power |
| Typical applications | Power distribution, medical cabinets | SMPS, resonant converters, gate drivers |
| Compliance standards | EN 61558, UL, CSA, Lloyds | EN 61558, IEC 62368 |
| Winding technique | Layer winding, interleaved | Litz wire, foil winding, planar |
