The XAL4030-682MEC is a shielded power inductor manufactured by Coilcraft. It's designed for use in power supplies and DC-DC converters where high efficiency, low losses, and compact size are critical. The inductor's construction provides excellent current handling capability and minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Applications
- DC-DC Converters: Used in step-up (boost), step-down (buck), and inverting converters to store and release energy.
- Power Supplies: Integrated into various power supply units to filter and regulate voltage and current.
- Voltage Regulators: Employed in voltage regulators to maintain stable output voltages.
- Filtering Circuits: Used as part of LC filters to reduce noise and ripple in electronic circuits.
- LED Lighting: Applied in LED drivers for efficient power conversion and current regulation.
Features
- Inductance: 6.8 µH (6.8 microhenries).
- Tolerance: Typically ±20%.
- Saturation Current: High saturation current to handle peak current demands without significant inductance drop.
- Shielded Construction: Minimizes EMI radiation, reducing interference with other electronic components.
- Low DC Resistance (DCR): Reduces power losses and improves efficiency.
- Operating Temperature: Designed for a wide operating temperature range, typically -40°C to +125°C.
- Footprint: Compact 4.0 mm x 4.0 mm footprint for space-constrained applications.
Benefits
- High Efficiency: Low DCR minimizes power losses, improving the efficiency of the power conversion circuit.
- Low EMI: Shielded construction reduces electromagnetic interference, ensuring stable operation of nearby components.
- Compact Size: Small footprint allows for high-density circuit designs.
- High Current Handling: Capable of handling large currents without saturating, ensuring reliable performance under heavy loads.
- Robust Construction: Designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, making it suitable for industrial and automotive applications.
The XAL4030-682MEC from Coilcraft is built with high-quality materials to provide reliable and consistent performance. Its shielded construction makes it ideal for applications where EMI is a concern. The inductor is designed for automated assembly, reducing manufacturing costs. Its combination of small size, high efficiency, and excellent current handling capability makes it a popular choice for a wide range of power electronic applications.