Fixed Inductors

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	SCRH73B-102 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 1MH 160MA 9.44 OHM SMD	0
	SCIHP1040-4R7M Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 4.7UH 8A 16 MOHM SMD	0
	SCRH64-181 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 180UH 480MA 1.87 OHM	0
	SCRH73-560 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 56UH 680MA 470 MOHM	0
	SCB75F-180 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 18UH 2.1A 100 MOHM SMD	0
	SCRH124-270 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 27UH 2.7A 80 MOHM SMD	0
	SCMD4D12C-220 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 22UH 500MA 1.1 OHM SMD	0
	SC32-471 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 470UH 130MA 14 OHM SMD	0
	SC53FU-181 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 180UH 350MA 2.3 OHM	0
	SCRH74B-121 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 120UH 520MA 660 MOHM	0
	SCR74B-560 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 56UH 1.47A 290 MOHM	0
	SCRH74B-561 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 560UH 230MA 3.62 OHM	0
	SCMS5D25-R50 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 500NH 5.6A 19 MOHM SMD	0
	SC5022F-3R3 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 3.3UH 8A 15 MOHM SMD	0
	SC62CB-4R3 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 4.3UH 3A 39 MOHM SMD	0
	SC52-680 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 68UH 500MA 1.165 OHM	0
	SC53FU-391 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 390UH 230MA 4.8 OHM	0
	SC414MF-470 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 47UH 400MA 1.32 OHM	0
	SCB63C-680 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 68UH 800MA 473 MOHM	0
	SC63LCB-150 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 15UH 2.22A 79 MOHM SMD	0

Fixed Inductors

1. Overview

Fixed inductors are passive electronic components designed to store energy in magnetic fields when electrical current flows through them. Unlike variable inductors, their inductance values remain constant during operation. These components play critical roles in filtering, signal processing, energy storage, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression across modern electronics, including power supplies, communication systems, and automotive electronics.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Wirewound Inductors	High precision, high current handling, low resistance	Power supplies, DC-DC converters
Chip Inductors	Compact SMD package, stable performance at high frequencies	Mobile devices, RF circuits
Ferrite Bead Inductors	Effective high-frequency noise suppression	EMI filtering in digital circuits
Thin-Film Inductors	Ultra-compact, high Q-factor, tight tolerance	5G communication modules, IoT devices

3. Structure and Composition

Typical fixed inductors consist of:

Magnetic Core: Made from ferrite, powdered iron, or composite materials to concentrate magnetic flux
Coil Structure: Copper wire wound around the core (enamelled or silver-plated)
Encapsulation: Molded resin or ceramic coating for mechanical protection and insulation
Terminations: Solder-coated ends for PCB mounting (for SMD types) or leaded connections

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Inductance (L)	Measured in henrys (H), determines energy storage capacity	Defines filtering/energy storage performance
Rated Current (I_rated)	Maximum DC current before saturation	Prevents core saturation and failure
DC Resistance (DCR)	Resistance of coil windings	Affects efficiency and thermal performance
Self-Resonant Frequency (SRF)	Frequency where inductor behaves as capacitor	Limits effective operating frequency range
Q Factor	Quality factor indicating efficiency	Higher Q = lower energy losses

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, laptops, LED drivers
Industrial Equipment: Motor drives, power inverters
Automotive Systems: ECU modules, EV battery management
Telecom Infrastructure: Base station filters, optical transceivers

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Murata	LQH3NPN100M	10 H, 1.2A, 1.8 1.4mm chip inductor
TDK	MLZ2012A100T	100MHz SRF, 1.0 1.25mm for RF circuits
Vishay	IHLP2525CZER1R0M	1 H, 12A, composite construction
Coilcraft	0402DC-103J	10 H, 5% tolerance, ultra-low profile

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations during selection:

Calculate required inductance based on switching frequency and ripple current
Verify rated current exceeds maximum operating current by 20-30%
Select SRF higher than circuit operating frequency
Consider package size vs. thermal dissipation requirements
For EMI suppression: Choose ferrite beads with impedance curves matching target frequencies

8. Industry Trends

Current development trends include:

Miniaturization: Sub-0.5mm size inductors for wearable devices
High-Frequency Operation: Components supporting >10GHz 5G applications
Integrated Solutions: Combined inductor-filter modules
Material Innovation: Nanocrystalline cores for higher saturation flux
Automotive Focus: AEC-Q qualified parts for EV/HEV systems