New Industry Products

High-Frequency Inductors Boost DC-DC Efficiency

September 14, 2017 by Paul Shepard

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. today introduced the first extended-frequency inductor in the low-profile, high-current IHLP® family. The new IHLP‑1616BZ-0H series features high frequency performance up to 10MHz with the lowest losses of any inductor on the market for frequencies of 1MHz and above.

By using the IHLP-1616BZ-0H, designers can improve efficiency and potentially reduce the size of dc-dc converter circuitry. Typical applications for the IHLP-1616BZ-0H will include notebook and desktop computers, sensors, cameras, POL converters, and various battery powered devices that require one or more regulated voltages.

Working in conjunction with high frequency controller ICs, the IHLP-1616BZ-0H allows lower inductance values and thus lower dc losses, as well as reduced high frequency core losses, enabling a physically smaller size of inductor to be used while boosting energy efficiency.

Device Specifications (click on image to enlarge)

The IHLP-1616BZ-0H series features a typical DCR from 5.5mΩ to 26.6mΩ and inductance values from 0.10µH to 1.0µH. The IHLP-1616BZ-0H provides rated current to 45.0A and handles high transient current spikes without saturation.

Packaged in a 100 % lead (Pb)-free shielded, composite construction that reduces buzz noise to ultra low levels, the inductor offers high resistance to thermal shock, moisture, and mechanical shock. The IHLP-1616BZ-0H is RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green.

Samples and production quantities of the new inductor series are available now, with lead times of 10 to 12 weeks for large orders. Pricing for U.S. delivery only in 10,000-piece quantities is $0.76 per piece.