Automotive SMD Power Inductors Operate to 150 C

Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd. has announced today the development and production of the AEC-Q200-compliant SMD power inductor EST1060 (10.1 x 10.0 x 6.0 mm). This product is a power inductor for choke coils and filters in dc-dc converters, which are power supply circuits used in automotive powertrain components such as engines and transmissions.

By making full use of its material technology, Taiyo Yuden has extended the upper limit of the operating temperature range to 150 degrees C (including self-generated heat); and by utilizing a proprietary structural design, these devices have achieved a vibration resistance of 30G. Furthermore, a unique Data Matrix Barcode is printed on each unit which allows traceability throughout all processes such as production and distribution.

Samples are currently available with full production slated for August, 2017. The sample price is ¥80. The company will continue to focus on the development of SMD power inductors in order to meet market demands, and will continue to expand their line-up to 6-, 7-, and 12-mm square sizes.