The NRS8040T6R8N is a shielded power inductor manufactured by Taiyo Yuden. It is part of the NRS series, designed for high-efficiency power conversion in various electronic devices. This inductor features a compact size, low DC resistance, and excellent current handling capabilities, making it suitable for demanding applications.

Applications

• DC-DC converters
• Power supplies for portable devices
• Voltage regulators
• Buck converters
• Boost converters
• Filtering circuits

Features

• Shielded construction for low EMI
• Compact size: 8.0 x 8.0 x 4.0 mm
• Inductance: 6.8 µH
• Tolerance: ±30%
• Low DC resistance (DCR)
• High saturation current
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +125°C

Benefits

• Reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI) due to shielded construction.
• Efficient power conversion due to low DC resistance, minimizing power losses.
• Compact size allows for use in space-constrained applications.
• Stable inductance over a wide temperature range ensures reliable performance.
• High saturation current enables handling of large current spikes without significant inductance drop.
• Suitable for a wide range of power supply applications, providing design flexibility.

Additional Details

The NRS8040T6R8N inductor utilizes a ferrite core material and is wound with a copper wire. The shielded construction minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is crucial in sensitive electronic circuits. Its low DC resistance (DCR) contributes to efficient power conversion by reducing power losses. The 6.8µH inductance value makes it suitable for various DC-DC converter topologies. The inductor is RoHS compliant, ensuring environmental friendliness.

Specific electrical characteristics include a saturation current typically around 2.5A to 3.0A, and a rated current of approximately 2.0A, depending on the specific application and operating conditions. It's commonly used in applications where a balance of size, performance and cost is required.