The SQC321618T-470K-N is a multilayer ceramic chip inductor manufactured by Chilisin. It's designed for use in high-frequency circuits. Its compact size allows it to fit on dense PCBs, while its multi-layer construction results in a high quality factor for filtering or tuning applications.

Applications

• RF impedance matching: Used to match impedances in radio frequency circuits.
• Wireless communication modules: Used in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee modules for signal conditioning.
• Oscillator circuits: Part of the resonant tank in oscillators to determine frequency.
• Filtering circuits: Used to block or pass certain frequencies in signal paths.
• Mobile devices: Used in smartphones and tablets for various high-frequency applications.

Features

• Small size: Measures 3.2mm x 1.6mm x 1.8mm, suitable for compact designs.
• High Q factor: Minimizes signal loss, improving circuit performance.
• Multilayer construction: Provides superior electrical characteristics compared to single-layer inductors.
• Surface mount technology (SMT): Compatible with automated assembly processes.
• RoHS compliant: Environmentally friendly construction.

Benefits

• Improved signal quality: High Q factor ensures minimal signal distortion.
• Miniaturization: Small size allows for dense circuit designs.
• Reliable performance: Robust construction ensures long-term stability.
• Easy assembly: SMT package simplifies PCB assembly.
• Environmentally sound: RoHS compliance ensures environmentally friendly design.

Technical Specifications

The SQC321618T-470K-N has an inductance of 47µH with a tolerance of ±10%. The rated current is typically in the hundreds of milliamperes. It's a surface mount device in a 3216 package size. It's designed for operation over a wide temperature range. The exact specifications can be found in the datasheet from Chilisin.