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Why Unplugging an Inductor Can Create a Huge Voltage Spike

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An inductor is basically just a spool of copper wire that stores power in a magnetic field. Because they forcefully resist any sudden changes in electrical current, unplugging a massive inductor suddenly causes the magnetic field to collapse instantly, generating a massive, lethal voltage spike. They are the temperamental hoarders of the circuit board.

Why Unplugging an Inductor Can Create a Huge Voltage Spike
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