MLF1005LR12KT000

Fixed Inductors

Fixed inductors, commonly referred to as chokes, are electrically-simple passive devices. They limit the amount of current that can pass through them by converting electrical energy to magnetic energy. The most common type of fixed inductor is the MLF1005LR12KT000, a chip-size low-profile surface-mount inductor.

Application Field

The MLF1005LR12KT000 is commonly used in miniaturized electronic device designs. Its small size makes it ideal for applications where high power density is critical such as in mobile phones, PDAs, and memory cards. The MLF1005LR12KT000 is also often used in multilayer boards as it allows closer board-to-board spacing, and its high power-handling capacity makes it well suited for power supply filtering.

Working Principle

To understand how the MLF1005LR12KT000 works, we must first understand how an inductor works. An inductor can be thought of as an electrical component that stores energy in the form of magnetic fields. Basically, when current flows through an inductor, it induces a magnetic field around it. This magnetic field stores the energy and tries to oppose any changes in the current, which causes the inductor to limit the current.

A fixed inductor like the MLF1005LR12KT000 works in the same way as a regular inductor but with an extra layer of protection. The MLF1005LR12KT000 is made of a ferrite core that is encased in a molded housing to protect it against environmental and mechanical stresses. This makes it well suited for use in high-reliability applications such as for automotive and high-reliability industrial applications.

Conclusion

The MLF1005LR12KT000 inductor is a small, low-profile surface-mount chip-size fixed inductor. Its small size and high power-handling capacity make it ideal for use in miniaturized electronic device designs and multilayer boards. Its ferrite core provides excellent protection against environmental and mechanical stress, making it well suited for use in high-reliability applications such as for automotive and industrial applications.