What is an inductor
2023-08-07
An inductor is a component that converts electrical energy into magnetic energy and stores it. The structure of an inductor is similar to a transformer, but with only one winding. An inductor has a certain inductance, which only hinders the change of current. If the inductor is in a state where no current is passing through, it will try to prevent current from flowing through it when the circuit is turned on; if the inductor is in a state where current is passing through, it will try to maintain the current when the circuit is turned off. Inductors are also called chokes, reactors, and dynamic reactors.