How can I plot Z for a set of chokes?

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This discussion focuses on measuring and plotting the impedance of chokes across a frequency range of 30-40 kHz using specific equipment. Participants recommend utilizing an RL circuit configuration, employing a frequency generator, a variable power supply, and an oscilloscope with a spectrum analyzer. The method involves connecting the oscilloscope probes to measure voltage output and input, allowing for calculations of attenuation and phase shift to determine optimal resistor values for the inductor. This approach provides a clear pathway to accurately visualize impedance across the desired frequency range.

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Hello everyone,

I need to find a way to measure and plot the impedance of a set of chokes across a frequency range of 10kHz. Any ideas how I can do that? I have a frequency generator, a variable power supply and an oscilloscope with a spectrum analyzer.
 
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hobbs125 said:
Hello everyone,

I need to find a way to measure and plot the impedance of a set of chokes across a frequency range of 10kHz. Any ideas how I can do that? I have a frequency generator, a variable power supply and an oscilloscope with a spectrum analyzer.

If you just need the Z at 10kHz, then there is no frequency range involved. What is the equation for Vout/Vin for an RL circuit? How can you apply that now? :smile:
 
I want to actually measure the impedance from 30-40 kHz and plot it against the frequency.
 
hobbs125 said:
I want to actually measure the impedance from 30-40 kHz and plot it against the frequency.

Then just use an RL circuit. Put your oscilloscope probe #1 at the output of the signal generator before the R, and probe #2 between the R and L (far side of L goes to ground). Work out the math for the attenuation and phase shift versus frequency, to help you choose a good value of R for a given L.
 

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