Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention generally provides a winding for autotransformers, transformers, and inductors. More specifically, the present invention may provide a pseudo-edge-wound winding for autotransformers, transformers, and inductors using a single pattern metal sheet. Still further, the present invention may provide such a winding which may be assembled without a need to perform numerous successive electrical connection and insulation steps. For example, the invention may preclude a need to successively perform separate steps such as placing an insulating material on a first plate; followed by placing a second plate on the insulating layer, followed by soldering or brazing the first to the second plate; followed by repeated separate insulating and soldering or brazing steps for a successive collection of n plates.

FIG. 1 illustrates a system 100 of a first stack 125 of plates, a second stack 130 of plates, and a third stack 135 of plates such that the plates are metallic plates of the same shape and size (referred to in general as stack 125, stack 130, and stack 135). A plate 105 may include a rim 107 encircling a hole 145. The plate may include a gap 108. A first brazing tab 132 may be is positioned on a first side of the gap 108. A second brazing tab 134 may be is positioned on a second side of the gap 108. A combined length of the first and second brazing tabs 132 and 134 may exceed a width of the gap 108. The plate 105 may include a lug 120. The plate 105 may be made of metallic material. The plate 105 may be electrically conductive and may be formed by a metal stamping process.