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Pfirsch–Schlüter Current

A pressure-driven current that flows to maintain equilibrium.

Glossary of Fusion & Plasma TermsUpdated 2026-08-11

The Pfirsch–Schlüter current flows within the plasma to satisfy force balance in a torus, part of the neoclassical picture. It is a basic feature of toroidal equilibrium.

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Content reviewed August 2026 · design-and-simulation stage