IEEE 107-1964

IEEE 107-1964 is the standard for rating and testing magnetic amplifiers, giving engineers a defined basis for evaluating performance in electromagnetic control applications. It is relevant to fields, waves and electromagnetics because magnetic amplifier behavior depends on controlled magnetic effects, stable operation, and repeatable test methods. This technical document helps support consistent design and comparison of equipment, especially where reliable amplification, regulation, or control performance must be verified against an established specification.

IEEE 107-1964 overview

This standard sets out the technical framework for rating and testing magnetic amplifiers so that measured results can be interpreted consistently. In practice, IEEE 107-1964 helps define how the device’s output, response, and operating characteristics should be assessed under specified conditions. For organizations working with magnetic control circuits, the standard provides a reference point for documentation, evaluation, and product comparison. Its focus is practical: to align testing methods with the electrical behavior expected from this class of equipment.

Typical use cases

IEEE 107-1964 is typically used when reviewing magnetic amplifiers for control and regulation duties in electrical equipment. It may apply during laboratory testing, design verification, procurement review, or acceptance checks for components that rely on magnetic principles to shape signal or power behavior. The standard is also useful when comparing devices intended for systems where repeatable electromagnetic performance matters, such as industrial controls, power conditioning, or specialized instrumentation.

Why this standard matters

Using IEEE 107-1964 supports clearer rating practices and more dependable test results for magnetic amplifiers. That matters when engineers need to reduce ambiguity in performance claims, confirm operating limits, or compare products from different sources. Consistent testing can improve design control, support procurement decisions, and lower the risk of mismatched equipment in critical circuits. For inactive standards collections, it also serves as an important historical reference for legacy electromagnetic control technology.

• Rating and testing guidance for magnetic amplifiers
• Electromagnetic control and regulation applications
• Performance comparison under defined conditions
• Legacy reference for technical evaluation