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About Us

Welcome to Magnetic Circuit Elements (MCE), where precision meets innovation. Founded in August of 1957 by John Conklin in Pasadena, CA. MCE has been a trusted leader in designing and manufacturing miniature magnetic transformers and inductors for over six decades.

Our Story

What began in a small garage with a vision of creating high-quality, reliable magnetic components soon grew into a business that has shaped industries across the globe. John Conklin, a former JPL engineer, brought his technical expertise and passion for engineering to the company. From those humble beginnings, MCE grew into a company known for its commitment to unmatched quality, ingenuity, and American-made excellence.

Our Mission

At Magnetic Circuit Elements, our mission is simple: to deliver superior transformers and inductors that exceed industry standards and serve the needs of our customers. We are dedicated to providing the best products possible by maintaining stringent quality control, precise manufacturing processes, and utilizing only the finest military grade materials.

What We Do

We specialize in designing and manufacturing miniature transformers and inductors, offering a wide range of applications in industries like communications, audio, industrial, aerospace, defense and medical. Our components are engineered for reliability ,performance and manufacturability. Ensuring that they meet the highest standards for even the most demanding environments.

Why Choose Us?

Unmatched Quality: At MCE, quality is our top priority. Each product is carefully designed for manufacturability and rigorously tested to ensure it meets all performance requirements.
American Made: We are proud to manufacture all our components in the United States. Our commitment to local production means that we can ensure the highest level of workmanship and quality control over every step of the process. MCE 100% tests every single part.
Experience: With over 60 years of experience in the industry, we have the expertise and knowledge to create solutions that meet the most challenging specifications.

Our Values

As a small company, we value the relationships we build with our clients, partners, and suppliers. We believe in integrity, accountability, and a hands-on approach to customer service. Whether it’s developing a custom solution or fulfilling a bulk order, we treat every project with the same level of dedication and care.

Our Team

Magnetic Circuit Elements continues to be a family-owned company with a small but dedicated and experienced team that shares the vision and values of its founder. Our team is passionate about delivering quality products and providing outstanding customer service.

Get in Touch

We would love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our products, need assistance with a custom design, or are interested in learning more about MCE, feel free to contact us.

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