Hitran Corporation

Inductors- Chokes- Reactors & Filters

Although the names are typically used interchangeably, there are distinct differences for specific applications. All are types of inductors, which are used in electrical systems to introduce inductance into a circuit to prevent changes to the current.

• Chokes are used to block or “choke” higher frequency alternating current (AC) while allowing the passing of lower frequency alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC).
• Reactors are used to protect equipment by limiting electrical transients, harmonics, and short circuit currents by introducing inductive reactance into a high current AC power line or load circuit to increase its impedance.
• Filters are used to lower or eliminate harmonics in a circuit to a level that sensitive equipment can withstand.