SMT Inductors Keep Low Profile On Boards

Targeted for use in mobile phones, notebook computers, PDAs and other handheld products, the RL-7000 Series SMT power inductors stand just under 1 mm high and reportedly have, at 4.2 mm x 6.4 mm, the smallest footprint available today. Ferrite shielding is used to suppress EMI, with the inductors also featuring up to 2.5A of saturation current handling capability. Operating temperature range extends from -40°C to +85°C. RL-7000 power inductors are supplied on 6,000-piece reels and cost $0.69 each/6,000. RENCO ELECTRONICS INC., Rockledge, FL. (800) 645-5828.