AC Transformer

There will be a time varying magnetic field around a conductor carrying AC. A voltage will be induced across another conductor placed in this field. This is the working principle of a transformer, that can be demonstrated using the two coils included in the kit.

Objective

Construct a transformer demonstrate mutual induction using two coils. One coil, the primary, is connected between WG and Ground. The axes of the coils are aligned and any ferromagnetic material may be inserted for better coupling.

Procedure

Make connections as shown in the figure
Enable A1 and A2
Set WG to 1000 Hz
Bring the coils close and watch the voltage on A2.
Try inserting an iron core, a nail or screwdriver also would do.

Discussion

The applied waveform and the induced waveform are shown in figure. A changing magnetic filed is causing the induced voltage. In the previous two experiments, the changing magnetic field was created by the movement of permanent magnets. In the present case the changing magnetic field is created by a time varying current.

Try doing this experiment using a squarewave. Connect a 1kΩ resistor across secondary coil to reduce ringing.