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could someone explain in layman's terms hysteresis, and why this would contribute to heat in electromagnets
Explain in layman's terms hysteresis
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the concept of hysteresis, particularly in relation to its effects on heat generation in electromagnets and specific applications such as tattoo machines and doorbell circuits.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant requests a layman's explanation of hysteresis and its contribution to heat in electromagnets.
- Another participant shares a link that provides a simple explanation of hysteresis loss.
- A different participant relates hysteresis to their experience with a tattoo machine and a doorbell circuit, mentioning rapid magnetization and demagnetization and expressing concern about heat generation.
- This participant seeks advice on minimizing heat in their specific application.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
There is no consensus on the explanation of hysteresis, as participants have different levels of understanding and focus on various applications. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to minimize heat in the context provided.
Contextual Notes
Participants have not fully defined hysteresis or its implications in their specific contexts, and there are unresolved technical details regarding the operation of the circuits mentioned.
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jim mcnamara
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One very simple explanation about hysteresis loss:
http://www.tpub.com/neets/book5/15g.htm
http://www.tpub.com/neets/book5/15g.htm
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Danger
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That is one awesome link, Jim. Thanks! 
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I think I understand hysteresis, This is in relation to a tatoo machine, I posted a question which no one responded too earlier. I figured hysteresis would cause somebody to give some info. any way this is a "doorbell" circuit two coils a switch/contact with a capacitor. or an oscillating? circuit the coils magnetize and demagnetize rapidly 100 to 150 times per second. heat is my problem and how to minimize it.
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