Shields

The Shields form allows you to optionally include or exclude shield windings on the transformer. You can also change the shield parameters for a previously created design if required.

The purpose of shield windings is to reduce capacitive coupling from primary windings to secondary windings. A shield winding is a floating winding, separating the primary and the secondary windings. One end of this shield winding is held at ground potential. If properly designed, shield windings can substantially reduce this capacitive coupling and improve EMI performance.

Shield parameters are available for viewing only. The following controls are available in the Shields form:

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