Fixed Inductors

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	GLSV1R500 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 1.5UH SMD	0
	GLSV10000 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 10UH SMD	0
	GL25AR150002 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 150NH SMD	0
	GLA1R020 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 1UH 230MA 690MOHM SMD	0
	GLAR1020 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 100NH 360MA 300 MOHM	0
	GLY22N05 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 22NH 300MA 500MOHM SMD	0
	GL15A68N0002 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 68NH SMD	0
	GL15AR120002 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 120NH SMD	0
	GLY6N805 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 6.8NH 430MA 200 MOHM	0
	GL25AR130002 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 130NH SMD	0
	GLY10N05 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 10NH 400MA 320MOHM SMD	0
	GLY12N05 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 12NH 400MA 350MOHM SMD	0
	GLB82010 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 82UH 110MA 5.9OHM SMD	0
	GLA2R705 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 2.7UH 105MA 3.6OHM SMD	0
	GLA4R705 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 4.7UH 70MA 7.7OHM SMD	0
	GLY2N214 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 2.2NH 500MA 90MOHM SMD	0
	GLB1R020 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 1UH 470MA 520MOHM SMD	0
	GL15A39N0002 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 39NH SMD	0
	GLB8R220 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 8.2UH 250MA 1.6OHM SMD	0
	GLA2R205 Sprague Goodman	FIXED IND 2.2UH 110MA 3.2OHM 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