Fixed Inductors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2474-46L API Delevan	FIXED IND 5.6MH 180MA 11.2 OHM	0
1641R-332K API Delevan	FIXED IND 3.3UH 490MA 350 MOHM	29
8532R-52L API Delevan	FIXED IND 18MH 90MA 40 OHM SMD	0
1210R-152J API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.5UH 467MA 850 MOHM	541
HF1008-122F API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.2UH 320MA 1.45 OHM	0
P3519R-393K API Delevan	FIXED IND 39UH 600MA 810 MOHM	0
1210-182F API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.8UH 454MA 900 MOHM	0
5022R-621J API Delevan	FIXED IND 620NH 1.615A 140 MOHM	0
S1812-391K API Delevan	FIXED IND 390NH 876MA 260 MOHM	0
0819-58J API Delevan	FIXED IND 27UH 100MA 4.7 OHM TH	0
SP1812R-472J API Delevan	FIXED IND 4.7UH 969MA 210 MOHM	0
1812R-123H API Delevan	FIXED IND 12UH 317MA 2 OHM SMD	0
5022-333H API Delevan	FIXED IND 33UH 337MA 3 OHM SMD	0
SP1008R-102K API Delevan	FIXED IND 1UH 705MA 228 MOHM SMD	0
S1812R-222F API Delevan	FIXED IND 2.2UH 658MA 460 MOHM	0
0819-86F API Delevan	FIXED IND 390UH 33MA 43 OHM TH	0
8532-15J API Delevan	FIXED IND 15UH 2.97A 40 MOHM SMD	0
1210R-018J API Delevan	FIXED IND 1.8NH 1.562A 50 MOHM	0
SP1210-822J API Delevan	FIXED IND 8.2UH 487MA 880 MOHM	0
5022-102G API Delevan	FIXED IND 1UH 1.125A 290 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