Fixed Inductors

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	SC5040F-4R7 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 4.7UH 14A 8.5 MOHM SMD	0
	SCH114-121 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 120UH 1.08A 397 MOHM	0
	SCIHP0730-R33M Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 330NH 20A 3.9 MOHM SMD	0
	SCIHP0735-6R8M Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 6.8UH 4.5A 60 MOHM SMD	0
	SCRH104-150 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 15UH 2.7A 69 MOHM SMD	0
	SC62LCB-4R7 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 4.7UH 2.2A 69 MOHM SMD	0
	SCRH127-391 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 390UH 1.03A 700 MOHM	0
	SC2220-1R0 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 1UH 4.4A 26.6 MOHM SMD	0
	SCRH1035R-391 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 390UH 450MA 1.79 OHM	0
	SCH53-470 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 47UH 700MA 770 MOHM	0
	SC105-181 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 180UH 1A 630 MOHM SMD	0
	SC3DM-222 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 2.2MH 170MA 9.2 OHM	0
	SCIHP0730-3R3M Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 3.3UH 6A 30 MOHM SMD	0
	SCRH127B-151 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 150UH 1.6A 280 MOHM	0
	SC75B-331 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 330UH 520MA 1.26 OHM	0
	SCB63C-820 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 82UH 700MA 572 MOHM	0
	SCB63C-6R8 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 6.8UH 2.4A 75 MOHM SMD	0
	SCR74B-101 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 100UH 1.14A 490 MOHM	0
	SC1608F-470 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 47UH 560MA 750 MOHM	0
	SCRH127B-2R4 Signal Transformer	FIXED IND 2.4UH 10.8A 11.5 MOHM	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