Abstract: An electromagnetic lateral convergence assembly includes a generally-annular, planar magnetic core (optionally found as a laminate) having integral pole pieces extending toward the center of the annulus. Electrical coils are mounted on selected pole pieces for producing a convergence-compensating magnetic field within the center of the annulus. The coils are secured to a printed circuit board to hold the core in spaced parallel relationship to the board. Optionally a purity assembly including a planar magnetic core having a number of electrical coils for producing a rotatable, variable, linear field is mounted on the other side of the printed circuit board.