The LPO1704-472MLC is a shielded power inductor manufactured by Coilcraft. This inductor is designed to provide efficient power conversion in a compact form factor, suitable for a variety of applications requiring low profile and high performance.

Applications:

• DC-DC converters
• Buck converters
• Boost converters
• Power supplies for portable electronics
• LED drivers

Features:

• Shielded construction: Minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI).
• Low profile: Reduces overall board height.
• High current handling: Supports significant current without saturation.
• Low DC resistance (DCR): Improves efficiency by minimizing power losses.
• Surface mount technology (SMT): Enables automated assembly.

Benefits:

• Reduced EMI: Shielding reduces electromagnetic radiation, which can improve the reliability of sensitive circuits.
• Space saving: Low profile allows for more compact designs, which is crucial in portable devices.
• Increased efficiency: Low DCR leads to reduced power dissipation and higher efficiency.
• Improved thermal performance: Efficient design helps to minimize heat generation.
• Reliable operation: High current handling ensures stable performance under varying load conditions.

Technical Specifications:

The LPO1704-472MLC has an inductance of 4.7uH (472 indicates 47 x 10^2 picohenries, which is 4.7uH). It features a 1.7mm height profile in a surface mount package (SMD). Consult the Coilcraft datasheet for the specific LPO1704 series for precise saturation current, DCR, and SRF values. Typical operating temperature range is -40°C to +125°C. The termination is tin-silver-copper over nickel over phos bronze and is RoHS compliant. Core material is usually a ferrite composition chosen for high performance in power applications. The part is tape and reel packaged for automated pick and place assembly.