
Panasonic
A functional upgrade with higher current and wider temperature range, but requires a larger footprint.
Finding a substitute for the CY54-4.7UH, a 4.7µH power inductor, involves balancing electrical needs with physical constraints. While no direct drop-in replacements exist, several functional upgrades offer improved performance if a PCB layout change is possible.
No candidates match the 5.8x5.2mm package. PCB redesign is required.
Many alternatives offer superior current handling and lower DCR, reducing electrical stress.
Alternatives are from major manufacturers like Panasonic and TDK, with good availability.
Direct replacement for CY54-4.7UH should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Select an electrically superior alternative like the Panasonic ETQP3M4R7KVN and modify the PCB layout to accommodate its slightly larger footprint.
The primary risk is the package mismatch. Replacing the CY54-4.7UH requires a mandatory PCB redesign to fit the new component's footprint.

Panasonic
A functional upgrade with higher current and wider temperature range, but requires a larger footprint.
| Feature / factor | CY54-4.7UH | ETQP3M4R7KVN | CYA0650-4.7UH | VLS6045EX-4R7M-H | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inductance | 4.7 µH | 4.7 µH | 4.7 µH | 4.7 µH | 4.7 µH — Inductance matches target.; CYA0650-4.7UH: Inductance matches target.; VLS6045EX-4R7M-H: Inductance matches target. |
| Current | 3.1 A (IDC) | 4.6 A (RMS), 9.8 A (Sat) | 6.0 A (RMS), 8.0 A (Sat) | 4.2 A (RMS), 5.8 A (Sat) | 4.6 A (RMS), 9.8 A (Sat) / 6.0 A (RMS), 8.0 A (Sat) / 4.2 A (RMS), 5.8 A (Sat) — Significantly higher current handling.; CYA0650-4.7UH: Significantly higher current handling.; VLS6045EX-4R7M-H: Higher current handling. |
| Dcr | 52 mΩ | 29 mΩ | 29 mΩ | 27 mΩ | 29 mΩ / 27 mΩ — Lower DCR improves efficiency.; CYA0650-4.7UH: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; VLS6045EX-4R7M-H: Lower DCR improves efficiency. |
| Package | 5.8x5.2mm | 6.4x6.0mm | 6.5x6.5mm (est.) | 6.0x6.3mm | 6.4x6.0mm / 6.5x6.5mm (est.) / 6.0x6.3mm — Larger footprint requires layout change.; CYA0650-4.7UH: Larger footprint requires layout change.; VLS6045EX-4R7M-H: Slightly larger footprint requires layout change. |
| Temperature | -55°C to +125°C | -55°C to +155°C | - | - | -55°C to +155°C — Wider operating temperature range. |
Verified drop-in options for CY54-4.7UH are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.