- 10 Hz to 10 MHz (SY-8218)
- ±150 V / ±5 A DC, 5 MHz bandwidth (SY-5001)
- Up to 41 samples from –30°C to 150°C (SY-321A)
- Min. 36 mm (L) x Max. 35 mm (W) (SY-956)
- Up to 30 A superimposed DC (SY-960/961/962)
IWATSU B-H Analyzer SY-8218 and SY-8219 Generation
- Precise Automatic Magnetic Property Measurements
- 10 Hz up to 10 MHz Wide Band Frequency Range
- ±6A, ±200 V Maximum Input
- Sinusoidal or Pulse Excitation 10 Hz to 1 MHz
- Automatic at fixed Hm, BmI1m or V2m
- Residual Flux Elimination by Degaussing with applying AC magnetic field
- 30A DC Bias Test System
- Automatic Scanner System for up to 41 specimens
High-Precision Core Loss Measurement for Soft Magnetic Materials
The de facto standard for R&D in soft magnetics.
Industry-Leading Accuracy at High Frequencies
Iwatsu’s B-H Analyzers, employing the CROSS-POWER method (IEC 62044-3), offer unparalleled precision in core loss measurement. By minimizing phase error across the frequency spectrum and compensating for both amplitude and phase in the detection circuitry, these instruments ensure high fidelity in data acquisition. Since their debut in 1984, the analyzers have evolved into a third-generation lineup supporting cutting-edge power electronics research.
■ 10Hz to 10MHz
SY-8219
■ 10Hz to 1MHz
SY-8260 Series
■ 10MHz to 30MHz (SY-8264)
■ 10Hz to 1MHz (SY-8262)
Key Features
Automated, High-Throughput Testing
Fully Automatic Magnetic Characterization
Users can input key sample parameters (e.g., effective magnetic length, cross-sectional area, number of turns) and test conditions (e.g., frequency, peak field strength Hm, flux density Bm, voltage V2m, current I1m). The analyzer then automatically generates accurate B-H hysteresis curves and calculates the corresponding magnetic properties.
Expandable with Modular Systems
The SY-810 Remote Control Software supports seamless operation of various optional test systems.
Application Highlights
Core Loss Measurement
As frequencies increase in applications like switching power supplies and DC-DC converters, core losses—primarily due to hysteresis and eddy currents—become critical. These losses lead to temperature rise and hinder miniaturization. Measuring and minimizing core loss in soft magnetic materials is key to developing more efficient, compact designs.
B-H Curve Analysis
Understanding magnetic saturation is essential when designing with soft magnetic materials. The B-H Analyzer delivers accurate B-H curves across a wide frequency range—including into the MHz domain—making it the only tool capable of capturing saturation behavior under real-world conditions.
Permeability Testing
Materials such as silicon steel, soft iron, permalloy, and stainless steel vary significantly in magnetic performance based on manufacturing and heat treatment. The B-H Analyzer provides a reliable method for characterizing permeability and inductance, facilitating data-driven material improvements—even in common ferrite cores.
Powerful automatic test
Sample parameters (Effective magnetic length, Effective cross section, number of turns of windings, etc.) and test conditions (Frequency, Maximum field strength: Hm, Maximum flux density: Bm, Maximum induced voltage: V2m, Maximum exciting current: I1m) inputs enable obtaining BH hysteresis curve and magnetic properties in value automatically.
Full automatic test with options
Temperature scanner system, Single Sheet test system and DC biasing system are able to control with the SY-810 Remote control software.