Iron Core Solenoids: Proportions & Magnetic Field Effects

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The discussion centers on the behavior of iron core solenoids, specifically the relationship between the solenoid coil width and the iron core diameter. It is established that the equations governing the performance of these solenoids are valid only when the coil width does not exceed the core diameter. Exceeding this proportion leads to magnetic saturation, which significantly alters the magnetic field properties of the solenoid. Understanding this concept is crucial for accurate modeling and application of iron core solenoids.

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Hi, I've been trying to learn about iron core solenoids and I'm having trouble finding information on a concept (probably obvious but I'm new to this). I've been looking at the equations for iron core solenoids online, and it's alluded to that these equations only hold true when the proportion of the solenoid coil width isn't greater than the iron core diameter or something like that? Is this correct? Is there some "drastic shift" in the magnetic field properties that is going on when these proportions are exceeded? I'm hoping someone can enlighten me and point me in the right direction for further study.
Thanks
 
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Yes, it is called magnetic saturation.
 

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