The RLF10160T-100M3R5-D is a power inductor manufactured by TDK Corporation. It is a shielded power inductor designed for use in DC-DC converters and power supply circuits. These inductors are crucial for efficient energy storage and filtering in power electronics applications.

Applications

• DC-DC converters
• Power supplies
• Voltage regulators
• Buck converters
• Boost converters

Features

• High Inductance: Provides efficient energy storage for DC-DC conversion.
• Shielded Construction: Reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI).
• Low DC Resistance (DCR): Minimizes power losses and improves efficiency.
• High Saturation Current: Allows for handling peak currents without significant inductance drop.
• Surface Mount Device (SMD): Facilitates easy assembly on PCBs.

Benefits

• Improved Efficiency: Low DCR reduces power dissipation.
• Reduced EMI: Shielded construction minimizes noise and interference.
• Compact Size: Saves board space for smaller designs.
• Stable Performance: Provides consistent inductance and current handling.
• Reliable Operation: Designed for robust performance in power electronics applications.

Additional Details

The RLF10160T-100M3R5-D has an inductance value of 10 microhenries (100M) with a tolerance that's not explicitly given in the part number, but available in the datasheet. The 3R5 indicates a saturation current of 3.5 Amps. The datasheet provides detailed electrical characteristics, including the inductance tolerance, saturation current, DC resistance, and self-resonant frequency (SRF). The shielded construction helps to minimize EMI radiation. This inductor is typically used in surface-mount applications. It is designed to operate over a wide temperature range. The high saturation current allows it to handle transient current spikes. The low DCR contributes to higher efficiency in power conversion circuits. The TDK datasheet provides detailed information on the inductor's physical dimensions and performance characteristics. This inductor offers a reliable and cost-effective solution for power filtering and energy storage. It's used in a wide variety of electronic devices and power systems.