Wideband Transformer References
Updated 9 August 2004
    

  1. -----, "Design of HF Wideband Power Transformers," Philips Application Note ECO6907, 23 Mar 1998.

    

  2. -----, "Balun Transformers as Directional Couplers," Toko Application Note CF-118, Jun 1993.

    

  3. -----, "Balun Transformers for Mixers, Frequency Multipliers, and Broadband Impedance Matching," Toko Application Note CF-119, Jan 1993.

    

  4. -----, "Design of HF Wideband Power Transformers," Philips Application Note ECO7213, 23 Mar 1998.

    

  5. -----, "Power Transformers for the Frequency Range 30 - 80 MHz,"Philips Technical Publication ECO7703, 23 Mar 1998.

    

  6. -----, "Three Balun Designs for Push-Pull Amplifiers," Motorola Application Note AN-1034.

    

  7. Anderson, John M., "Wide Frequency Range Current Transformers," Review of Scientific Instruments, Vol. 42, No. 7, Jul 1971, pp. 915-926.

    

  8. Arockiasamy, R. and G. S. Pandian, "Analysis of 0-degree Hybrid Junction Constructed with Broad-Band Transmission-Line Transformer," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 70, No. 5, May 1982, pp. 512-514.

    

  9. Badger, G., "A New Class of Coaxial-Line Transformers," Ham Radio, Part I - Feb 1980, pp. 12-18 (see correction Mar 1980, p. 70).  Part II - Mar 1980, pp. 18-29.

    

  10. Blocker, W., "The Behavior of the Wide-Band Transmission-Line Transformer for Nonoptimum Line Impedance," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 66, No. 4, Apr 1978, pp. 518-519.

    

  11. Blocksome, R.K., "Practical Wideband RF Power Transformers, Combiners, and Splitters," Proceedings RF Expo West, 1986, pp. 207-227.

    

  12. Bouny, Jean J., "Balun Transformers," US Patent 5,061,910, 29 Oct 1991.

    

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  14. Broxon, J.H. and D.K. Linkhart, "Twisted-Wire Transmission Lines," RF Design, June 1990, pp. 73-75.

    

  15. Burwasser, A.J., "Wideband Monofilar Autotransformers," RF Design, Jan/Feb 1981, pp. 38-44 (Part I), Mar/Apr 1981, pp. 20-29 (Part II).

    

  16. Carpentieri, E., "Equations Model Transmission-Line Transformers,"Microwaves & RF, Jun 1997, pp. 94-98.

    

  17. Carpentieri, E., "Model Characterizes Transmission-Line Transformers," Microwaves & RF, Nov 1996, pp. 73-80.

    

  18. Cline, J.F., "Radio-Frequency Autotransformers with Coaxial-Transmission-Line Windings," IEEE Transactions on Component Parts, Sep 1961, pp. 119-123.

    

  19. Cogitore, B., J.P. Keradec, and J. Barbaroux, "The Two-Winding Transformer: An Experimental Method to Obtain a Wide Frequency Range Equivalent Circuit," IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, Vol. 43, No. 2, Apr 1994, pp. 364-371.

    

  20. Cutkosky, R>D. and J.Q. Shields, "The Precision Measurement of Transformer Ratios," IRE Transactions on Instrumentation, Sep 1960, pp. 243-250.

    

  21. Dowell, P.L., "Effects of Eddy Currents in Transformer Windings," Proceedings of the IEE, Vol. 113, No. 8, Aug 1966, pp. 1387-1394.

    

  22. Duerdoth, W.T., "Equivalent Capacitances of Transformer Windings," Wireless Engineer, June 1946, pp. 161-167.

    

  23. Dye, N. and H. Granberg, "Using RF Transistors: Compensation Terms and Networks," Electronics World & Wireless World, Sep 1994, pp. 772-774.

    

  24. Dye, N. and H. Granberg, "Using RF Transistors: Transforming Wideband Circuits," Electronics World & Wireless World, Jul 1994, pp. 606-612.

    

  25. Eachus, J., "Consideration in the Use of RF Transformer Ferrites," IEEE Transactions on Cable Television, Vol. CATV-4, No. 4, Oct 1979, pp. 137-145.

    

  26. Furukawa, T.I., T. Sato, and K. Yamasawa, "A Novel Transmission-Line Type High Frequency Transformer Using a Fine-Grain Mn-Zn Ferrite," IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, Vol. 35, No. 5, Sep 1999, pp. 3538-3540.

    

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  28. Gluszczak, T.J. and J.D. Harmer, "Transmission Line Transformers with Integer-Ratio Voltage Transformations," 1974 International Symposium on Circuits and Systems (ISCAS 74), pp. 368-370.

    

  29. Granberg, H., "Broadband Transformers and Power Combining Techniques for RF," Motorola Application Note AN-749, Jun 1975.

    

  30. Granberg, H.O., "Combine Power Without Compromising Performance," Electronic Design, 19 Jul 1980, pp. 181-187.

    

  31. Guanella, G., "New Method of Impedance Matching in Radio-Frequency Circuits," The Brown-Boveri Review, Sep 1944, pp. 327-329.

    

  32. Haack, G.R., "Common-Mode Resonance Effects in High Frequency RF Transformers (Baluns)," 19th International Electronics Convention and Exhibition (IREECON 83), 1983, pp. 237-239.

    

  33. Hamilton, N.C., "RF Transformers Considered as Transmission Line Devices," Sixth International Conference on Radio Receivers and Associated Systems, 1995, pp. 109-113.

    

  34. Hilberg, W., "Einige Grundsatzliche Betrachtungen zu Breitband-Ubertragern," NTZ, Vol. 9, No. 9, Sep 1966, pp. 527-538.

    

  35. Hilbers, A.H., "Design of High-Frequency Wideband Power Transformers," Electronic Applications, Vol. 32, No. 1, Jan 1973, pp. 44-48.

    

  36. Hilbers, A.H., "High-Frequency Wideband Power Transformers," Electronic Applications, Vol. 30, No. 2, Apr 1971, pp. 64-73.

    

  37. Hollman, J.H. and F.A. Trenkle, "Design of a High-Power Wide-Band Balun for the High-Frequency Region," IEEE Transactions on Communications Electronmics, July 1963, pp. 363-367.

    

  38. Honnell, M.A. and H.W. Ragsdale, "High Frequency Response of Transformers," Tele-Tech, Mar 1952, pp. 46-47.

    

  39. Irish, R.T., "Method of Bandwidth Extension for the Ruthoff Transformer," Electronics Letters, Vol. 15, No. 24, 22 Nov 1979, pp. 790-791.

    

  40. Kajihara, Hitoshi H., "Design of Wide-Band R-F Transformers Utilizing a Synthesized Equivalent Network," Transactions of the AIEE, Pt. I, Jan 1957, pp. 802-805.

    

  41. Kaltenecker, R.S., H.L. Pfitzenmayer, and F.C. Wernett, "Circuit and Method for Balun Compensation," US Patent 5,416,451, 16 May 1995.

    

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  43. Kliger, G.A., V.I. Komissarov, and V.D. Kuznetsov, "Broadband Balancing Transformer," Telecommunications and Radio Engineering, Part 1, Vol. 26, Sep 1972, pp. 14-16.

    

  44. Krauss, H.L. and C.W. Allen, "Designing Toroidal Transformers to Optimize Wideband Performance," Electronics, 16 Aug 1973, pp. 113-116.

    

  45. Kreuzgruber, P., E. Bonek, A.L. Scholtz, and J. Osterreicher, "Modelling of Three-Port RF Transformers," Proceedings of the IEE, Part G, Vol. 138, No. 3, Jun 1991, pp. 325-328.

    

  46. Kunieda, H. and M. Onoda, "Equivalent Representation of Multiwire Transmission-Line Transformers and Its Applications to the Design of Hybrid Networks," IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems, Vol. CAS-27, No. 3, Mar 1980, pp. 207-213.

    

  47. Lavers, J.D. and V. Bolborici, "Loss Comparison in the Design of High Frequency Inductors and Transformers," IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, Vol. 35, No. 5, Sep 1999, pp. 3541-3543.

    

  48. Lefferson, P., "Twisted Magnet Wire Transmission Line," IEEE Transactions on Parts, Hybrids, and Packaging, Vol. PHP-7, No. 4, Dec 1971, pp. 148-154.

    

  49. London, Simon Y., "A New Approach to Broadband Transmission Line Hybrid Design," Applied Microwave & Wireless, Sep 1999, pp. 34-46.

    

  50. London, S.E. and S.V. Tomashevich, "Limit Parameters of Wideband Transformers," Telecommunications and Radio Engineering, Part 2, Vol. 40, Dec 1985, pp. 77-80.

    

  51. London, S.E. and S.V. Tomashevich, "Line Transformers with Fractional Transformation Factor," Telecommunications and Radio Engineering, Vol.
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  52. Lord, H.W., "The Design of Broad-Band Transformers for Linear Electronic Circuits," AIEE Transactions, Vol. 69, 1950, pp. 1005-1010.

    

  53. Martin, M., "Ferrite Transformers Minimize Losses in RF Amplifiers," Microwaves & RF, May 1990, pp. 117-126.

    

  54. Maurice, D. and R.H. Minns, "Very-Wide Band Radio-Frequency Transformers," Wireless Engineer, June 1947, pp. 168-177 (Part I) and July 1947, pp. 209-216 (Part II).

    

  55. McClure, D.A., "Broadband Transmission Line Transformer Family Matches a Wide Range of Impedances," RF Design, Feb 1994, pp. 62-66 (Part I), and May 1994, pp. 40-49 (Part II).

    

  56. McWhorter, Mark, "Broadband RF Transformer Directional Couplers," RF Design, July 1991, pp. 53-58.

    

  57. Mgombelo, H.R., "Effect of Length of Each Transmission Line in Roy Transformer on Wideband Matching," Electronics Letters, Vol. 17, No. 12, 11 Jun 1981, pp. 402-403.

    

  58. Myer, Daniel, "Synthesis of Equal Delay Transmission Line Transformer Networks," Microwave Journal, March 1992, pp. 106-114.

    

  59. Nagle, J.J., "High-Performance Broadband Balun," Ham Radio, Feb 1980, pp. 28-34.

    

  60. Nagle, J.J., "The Half-Wave Balun: Theory and Application," Ham Radio, Sep 1980, pp. 32-35.

    

  61. Nagle, J.J., "Use Wideband Autotransformers in RF Systems," Electronic Design, 2 Feb 1976, pp. 64-70.

    

  62. Nishizuka, N., M. Sato, and Y. Li, "Analysis of Frequency Characteristics of Small-Sized Wide-Band Compound Transformers," IEEE Transactions on Magnetics, Vol. 34, No. 4, Jul 1998, pp. 1348-1350.

    

  63. Oltman, G., "The Compensated Balun," IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques," Vol. 14, No. 3, Mar 1966, pp. 112-119.

    

  64. O'Meara, T.R., "A Distributed-Parameter Approach to the High-Frequency Network Representation of Wide-Band Transformers," IRE Transactions on Component Parts, Mar 1961, pp. 23-30.

    

  65. O'Meara, T.R., "Analysis and Synthesis with the 'Complete' Equivalent Circuit for the Wide-Band Transformer," AIEE Transactions, Mar 1962, pp. 55-62.

    

  66. O'Meara, T.R., "Wide-Band Transformers and Associated Coupling Networks," Electro-Technology, Sep 1962, pp. 80-89.

    

  67. Pandian, G. Soundra, "Broadband RF Transformers and Components Constructed with Twisted Multiwire Transmission-Lines," PhD Thesis, Indian Institute of Technology, December 1983.

    

  68. Pandian, G.S., "Compensated Broad-Band Two-Way 0-degree Hybrid Power Splitters and Combiners," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 71, No. 4, Apr 1983, pp. 533-534.

    

  69. Pandian, G.S. and R. Arockiasamy, "Analysis of 0-degree Hybrid Junction Constructed With Broad-Band Transmission-Line Transformer," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 70, No. 5, May 1982, pp. 512-514 (see further comments in Proc IEEE, Mar 1983, pp. 439-440).

    

  70. Pandian, G.S. and R. Arockiasamy, "A Further Comment on 'Analysis of 0-degree Hybrid Junction Constructed With Broad-Band Transmission-Line Transformer'," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 71, No. 3, Mar 1983, pp. 439-440.

    

  71. Pandian, G.S. and R. Arockiasamy, "Equivalent Representation of Broad-Band Transmission-Line Transformer with Vector Impedances," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 69, No. 10, Oct 1981, pp. 1368-1369. (see comments and reply in Proc IEEE, Dec 1982, pp. 1455-1456).

    

  72. Pandian, G.S. and R. Arockiasamy, "High-Frequency Analysis on Broad-Band 0-degree Hybrid Junction: Distributed Parameter Approach," Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 71, No. 3, Mar 1983, pp. 438-439.

    

  73. Pitzalis, O., "Practical Design Information for Broadband Transmission Line Transformers," Proceedings of the IEEE, Apr 1968, pp. 738-739.

    

  74. Pitzalis, O. and Thomas P. Couse, "Broadband Transformer Design for RF Transistor Power Amplifiers," Army Electronics Command, Jul 1968, NTIS AD-676 816.

    

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  76. Reddy, Prabhakara, "Broad Band Hybrid Signal Splitter," US Patent 4,789,845, 6 Dec 1988.

    

  77. Riddle, Alfy, "Ferrite and Wire Baluns with Under 1dB Loss to 2.5 GHz," Proceedings 1998 IEEE International Microwave Symposium, pp. 617-620.

    

  78. Roy, S.C.D., "A Transmission Line Transformer Having Frequency Independent Matching Properties," International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications, Vol. 8, 1980, pp. 55-64.

    

  79. Ruthroff, C.L., "Some Broad-Band Transformers," Proceedings of the IRE, Aug 1959, pp. 1337-1342.

    

  80. Sato, S. and Y. Naito, "Line-Type Transformer Using a Ferrite Core," Electronics and Communications in Japan, Vol. 55-C, No. 10, Oct 1972, pp. 122-126.

    

  81. Saunders, R., "Use of Ferrite Cores in RF Broadband Transformers," Amateur Radio, Nov 2001, pp. 4-6.

    

  82. Sevick, J., "Broadband Matching Transformers Can Handle Many Kilowatts," Electronics, 25 Nov 1976, pp. 123-128.

    

  83. Sevick, J., BUILDING AND USING BALUNS AND UNUNS, CQ Communications, 1994.

    

  84. Sevick, J., TRANSMISSION LINE TRANSFORMERS (1st ed.), ARRL, 1987.

    

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  88. Simburger, W., H-D. Wohlmuth, P. Weger, and A. Heinz, "A Monolithic Transformer Coupled 5-W Silicon Power Amplifier with 59% PAE at 0.9 GHz," IEEE Journal of Solid State Circuits, Vol. 34, No. 12, Dec 1999, pp. 1881-1892.

    

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