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> But what if I use the inductor to generate very high voltages (e.g.
> to charge a capacitor to 1000V): will any inductor withstand the voltage
> that it will be "asked" to generate, or can it breakdown to itself?
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> If this is possible, are inductors rated for maximum voltage? Because
> the ones that I saw weren't, however for some extreme boost applications
> it may be needed.
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> Cheers,
> Mario
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For these voltages I think you will do better with a transformer, like a CC=
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/Ruben


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