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Best Alternatives to ANR4030T6R8M

Package: 4030 (4.0mm x 4.0mm)APV Technology (Shenzhen) Co., LtdChokesInductance: 6.8 µHTolerance: ±20%Heat Rating Current (Irms): 1.62 ASaturation Current (Isat): 2.79 ADC Resistance (DCR): 0.116 Ω

ANR4030T6R8M is a compact 6.8µH power inductor in a 4.0x4.0mm package. While no direct drop-in replacements have been identified, several functional alternatives exist with superior current ratings but require a larger footprint and PCB redesign.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

No candidates match the 4.0x4.0mm package. PCB redesign is mandatory.

Electrical risklow

All candidates offer superior current handling and lower or similar DCR, which is generally a safe upgrade.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement for ANR4030T6R8M was found. All potential substitutes have a larger physical package and require a PCB layout modification.

Best replacement path

If board space allows for a 5.4x5.2mm footprint, FAUL0530-6R8MT is the best functional alternative, offering higher current ratings and AEC-Q200 qualification.

Main risk

The primary risk is physical incompatibility. All identified alternatives are larger than the target's 4.0x4.0mm package, making them unsuitable as drop-in replacements.

Recommended alternatives

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FAUL0530-6R8MT package
FAUL0530-6R8MT

cjiang (Changjiang Microelectronics Tech)

Needs validationhigh risk

A functional alternative with higher current ratings and AEC-Q200 qualification, but in a larger package.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorANR4030T6R8MFAUL0530-6R8MTFXL0618-6R8-MFXL0840-6R8-MCompatibility / risk
Package4.0x4.0mm5.4x5.2mm7.0x6.6mm8.8x8.2mm5.4x5.2mm / 7.0x6.6mm / 8.8x8.2mm — Candidate is larger, requires PCB redesign.; FXL0618-6R8-M: Candidate is significantly larger, requires PCB redesign.; FXL0840-6R8-M: Candidate is substantially larger, requires PCB redesign.
Current1.62A3.5A2.4A8.0A3.5A / 2.4A / 8.0A — Higher rated current (Irms) provides more thermal margin.; FXL0618-6R8-M: Higher rated current (Irms) provides more thermal margin.; FXL0840-6R8-M: Significantly higher rated current (Irms).
Saturation Current A2.79A3.6A3.6A9.0A3.6A / 9.0A — Higher saturation current (Isat) prevents inductance drop at peak loads.; FXL0618-6R8-M: Higher saturation current (Isat) prevents inductance drop at peak loads.; FXL0840-6R8-M: Significantly higher saturation current (Isat).
Dcr Ohm116mΩ90mΩ110mΩ36.8mΩ90mΩ / 110mΩ / 36.8mΩ — Lower DCR improves efficiency.; FXL0618-6R8-M: DCR is very similar to target.; FXL0840-6R8-M: Much lower DCR improves efficiency significantly.
ApplicationCommercialAEC-Q200--AEC-Q200 — Candidate is automotive qualified.

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Questions & answers

The best alternative depends on available board space. FAUL0530-6R8MT is the closest in size (5.4x5.2mm) and offers upgraded electrical performance. However, it is not a drop-in replacement and requires a board redesign.