Best Alternatives to CMPI0530-2R2M

Package: SMDCeaiyaChokesInductance: 2.2 µHTolerance: ±20%Saturation Current (Isat): 7.5 ARMS Current (Irms): 6.0 ADC Resistance (DCR) Typ.: 25.0 mΩ

Finding a substitute for the CMPI0530-2R2M 2.2µH power inductor involves balancing package compatibility and electrical performance. While no exact drop-in is found, one near form-fit option and several electrical upgrades with different footprints are available.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Most candidates have different footprints, requiring a board spin.

Electrical risklow

Most candidates meet or exceed electrical specs. One near-match has slightly lower RMS current.

Can it be replaced directly?

No exact drop-in replacement has been identified. The closest candidate, SLO0530H2R2MTT, has a compatible package but a slightly lower RMS current rating (5.5A vs 6.0A) that must be verified for the application.

Best replacement path

SLO0530H2R2MTT offers a compatible footprint but requires checking its slightly lower 5.5A RMS current rating. For new designs, TDK's SPM6530T-2R2M is a strong electrical upgrade.

Main risk

The primary risk for most alternatives is package incompatibility, requiring a PCB redesign. For the closest form-fit option, the risk is a minor electrical derating on RMS current.

Recommended alternatives

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SLO0530H2R2MTT package
Needs validationlow risk

A close form-fit-function match, but has a slightly lower RMS current rating that requires verification.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorCMPI0530-2R2MSLO0530H2R2MTTMHCI06030-2R2M-R8SPM6530T-2R2MCompatibility / risk
Package5.5x5.2mm5.4x5.2mm6.8x6.5mm7.1x6.5mm5.4x5.2mm / 6.8x6.5mm / 7.1x6.5mm / 6.8x6.4mm — Package size is a very close match and likely compatible.; MHCI06030-2R2M-R8: Different footprint, requires PCB redesign.; SPM6530T-2R2M: Different footprint, requires PCB redesign.; SLO0618H2R2MTT: Different footprint, requires PCB redesign.
Rms Current6.0 A5.5 A8.5 A8.2 A5.5 A / 8.5 A / 8.2 A / 6.0 A — RMS current is slightly lower, requires application review.; MHCI06030-2R2M-R8: Higher RMS current is an upgrade.; SPM6530T-2R2M: Higher RMS current is an upgrade.; SLO0618H2R2MTT: RMS current matches.
Inductance2.2 µH2.2 µH--2.2 µH — Inductance matches.; SLO0618H2R2MTT: Inductance matches.
Saturation Current7.5 A7.5 A14.0 A8.4 A7.5 A / 14.0 A / 8.4 A / 13.0 A — Saturation current matches.; MHCI06030-2R2M-R8: Higher saturation current is an upgrade.; SPM6530T-2R2M: Higher saturation current is an upgrade.; SLO0618H2R2MTT: Higher saturation current is an upgrade.
Dcr25 mΩ25 mΩ20 mΩ19.1 mΩ25 mΩ / 20 mΩ / 19.1 mΩ / 31 mΩ — DC Resistance matches.; MHCI06030-2R2M-R8: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; SPM6530T-2R2M: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; SLO0618H2R2MTT: Higher DCR may slightly reduce efficiency.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

The best alternative depends on your design constraints. For an existing PCB, SLO0530H2R2MTT is the closest match but has a slightly lower RMS current (5.5A vs 6.0A) that needs verification. For new designs, SPM6530T-2R2M offers an electrical upgrade in a different package.