Fixed Inductors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
P1330-274H API Delevan	FIXED IND 270UH 191MA 4.32 OHM	0
S1812R-561G API Delevan	FIXED IND 560NH 735MA 370 MOHM	0
103-822JS API Delevan	FIXED IND 8.2UH 195MA 2.5 OHM	0
4426-1NC API Delevan	FIXED IND 2.5NH 3A SMD	0
SP1812-273G API Delevan	FIXED IND 27UH 430MA 1 OHM SMD	0
5022-164F API Delevan	FIXED IND 160UH 230MA 6.4 OHM	0
P3519R-331K API Delevan	FIXED IND 330NH 3.97A 19 MOHM	100
S1812R-684F API Delevan	FIXED IND 680UH 79MA 32 OHM SMD	0
5022R-331F API Delevan	FIXED IND 330NH 2.015A 90 MOHM	0
1210R-103H API Delevan	FIXED IND 10UH 297MA 2.1 OHM SMD	0
103-122J API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.2UH 360MA 740 MOHM	0
8532R-03J API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.5UH 5.67A 11 MOHM	0
5022-114H API Delevan	FIXED IND 110UH 262MA 4.9 OHM	0
P1330R-824K API Delevan	FIXED IND 820UH 113MA 9.96 OHM	0
5022R-561F API Delevan	FIXED IND 560NH 1.645A 135 MOHM	0
103-562FS API Delevan	FIXED IND 5.6UH 220MA 2 OHM SMD	0
5022-681H API Delevan	FIXED IND 680NH 1.555A 150 MOHM	0
4922R-38L API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.2MH 200MA 10 OHM SMD	0
8532-10J API Delevan	FIXED IND 5.6UH 3.84A 24 MOHM	0
P1330R-152H API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.5UH 2.03A 43 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