Fixed Inductors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ATFC-0201HQ-0N6B-T Abracon	FIXED IND 0.6NH 750MA 100 MOHM	0
AIUR-06-153K Abracon	FIXED IND 15MH 100MA 20.5 OHM TH	0
ASPI-0403-120K-T Abracon	FIXED IND 12UH 970MA 210 MOHM	0
AISM-1812-4R7K-T Abracon	FIXED IND 4.7UH 315MA 1 OHM SMD	0
ATFC-0201-2N6B-T Abracon	FIXED IND 2.6NH 150MA 800 MOHM	0
AMPLA1004S-3R9MT Abracon	FIXED IND 3.9UH 10.5A 14.5 MOHM	0
AMDLA2213S-2R2MT Abracon	IND 2.2UH 43A 1.25MOHM SMD	0
ATCA-08-131M-V Abracon	FIXED IND 130UH 7A 31 MOHM TH	0
AIML-0603-2R7K-T Abracon	FIXED IND 2.7UH 15MA 1.35 OHM	13892
ASPI-2512-3R3M-T2 Abracon	FIXED IND 3.3UH 980MA 227 MOHM	0
AMDLA1306S-1R8MT Abracon	IND 1.8UH 23A 3.6MOHM SMD	0
AIRD-01-3R9M Abracon	FIXED IND 3.9UH 9A 6 MOHM TH	0
ATCA-04-961M-H Abracon	FIXED IND 960UH 1A 438 MOHM TH	0
AMPLA4020S-R36MT Abracon	FIXED IND 360NH 9A 12 MOHM SMD	0
AIML-0603-1R0K-T Abracon	FIXED IND 1UH 25MA 600 MOHM SMD	6865
AISC-0402-19NG-T Abracon	FIXED IND 19NH 480MA 200 MOHM	0
AIML-1206-R22K-T Abracon	FIXED IND 220NH 250MA 350 MOHM	0
AMPLA5030S-1R5MT Abracon	FIXED IND 1.5UH 6A 25 MOHM SMD	0
AIML-0603-4R7K-T Abracon	FIXED IND 4.7UH 15MA 2.1 OHM SMD	24609
AIUR-11-472K Abracon	FIXED IND 4.7MH 95MA 11 OHM TH	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