
cjiang (Changjiang Microelectronics Tech)
Electrical upgrade with similar package, but lacks automotive qualification and needs temperature range verification.
FAUL0518-2R2MT is an AEC-Q200 qualified power inductor for automotive use. Finding a replacement requires careful matching of its high-reliability qualifications and wide temperature range, in addition to electrical parameters.
Most candidates offer similar or improved electrical performance, but one has a lower current rating.
Several candidates match package dimensions, but footprint and pinout verification is always required.
The target's AEC-Q200 qualification and wide temperature range are key differentiators that are hard to match.
No direct, drop-in replacement has been identified. All candidates have significant differences in temperature rating or automotive qualifications.
FEXL0530A-2R2M offers superior electricals in a similar package, but requires verification of its temperature range and lacks AEC-Q200 qualification.
The primary risk is replacing an AEC-Q200 qualified part with a commercial-grade component, which may fail in automotive or high-reliability applications.

cjiang (Changjiang Microelectronics Tech)
Electrical upgrade with similar package, but lacks automotive qualification and needs temperature range verification.
| Feature / factor | FAUL0518-2R2MT | FEXL0530A-2R2M | APH0530T2R2M | FXL0518-2R2-M | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 5.4mm x 5.2mm | 5.5mm x 5.3mm | 5.4mm x 5.2mm | 5.4mm x 5.2mm | 5.5mm x 5.3mm / 5.4mm x 5.2mm — Very similar size, likely footprint compatible but requires verification.; APH0530T2R2M: Package dimensions match target.; FXL0518-2R2-M: Package dimensions match target. |
| Current | 5.0A | 7.2A | - | 4.2A | 7.2A / 4.2A — Higher rated current (Irms).; FXL0518-2R2-M: Lower rated current (Irms) requires circuit analysis. |
| Saturation Current A | 6.0A | 10.0A | 7.0A | - | 10.0A / 7.0A — Higher saturation current (Isat).; APH0530T2R2M: Slightly higher saturation current. |
| Dcr Ohm | 35mΩ | 14.5mΩ | - | - | 14.5mΩ — Lower DCR improves efficiency. |
| Qualifications | AEC-Q200 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified — Target is AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use.; APH0530T2R2M: Target is AEC-Q200 qualified.; FXL0518-2R2-M: Target is AEC-Q200 qualified. |
| Temperature | -55°C to +155°C | - | -40°C to +125°C | -55°C to +125°C | -40°C to +125°C / -55°C to +125°C — Significantly narrower range than target.; FXL0518-2R2-M: Lower max temperature. |
FEXL0530A-2R2M is a strong functional alternative with better current ratings and lower resistance, but it is not AEC-Q200 qualified and its temperature range must be verified for your application.