A pulse transformer is optimized to transmit rectangular electrical pulses with fast rise and fall times at a constant amplitude. Pulse transformers are commonly used in radar, television, and digital computers to handle voltage and current pulses. There are two main types - signal pulse transformers for digital circuits and telecommunication, and power pulse transformers to isolate power circuits from control circuits. Pulse transformers efficiently isolate and protect control circuits while taking up small space due to their high frequency operation.