Frequency-dependent resistance in Litz-wire planar windings for domestic induction heating appliances

In this paper, the frequency-dependent resistance in Litz-wire planar windings for domestic induction heating appliances is analyzed. For these inductors, in which the size is not an essential constraint, an analytical model is developed based on the superposition of different loss effects in the wire. Eddy current losses, including conduction losses and proximity-effect losses, both internal and external, were considered and modeled. The magnetic field necessary to evaluate the external proximity losses is as well analytically calculated considering the complete winding and load properties. To verify this model and its limitations, several inductors with different wires and numbers of turns were constructed and results with both non-loaded and loaded inductors are compared with theoretical predictions.

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