Lead-free multilayer piezoelectric transformer

Rev Sci Instrum. 2007 Jan;78(1):016105. doi: 10.1063/1.2432245.

Abstract

In this article, a multilayer piezoelectric transformer based on lead-free Mn-doped 0.94(Bi(12)Na(12))TiO(3)-0.06BaTiO(3) ceramics is presented. This piezoelectric transformer, with a multilayered construction in the thickness direction, is 8.3 mm long, 8.3 mm wide, and 2.3 mm thick. It operates in the second thickness extensional vibration mode. For a temperature rise of 20 degrees C, the transformer has an output power of >0.3 W. With a matching load resistance of 10 Omega, its maximum efficiency approaches 81.5%, and the maximum voltage gain is 0.14. It has potential to be used in low voltage power supply units such as low power adapter and other electronic circuits.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Ceramics*
  • Electricity*
  • Lead*
  • Transducers

Substances

  • Lead