LQW15AN2N2C10D
Murata Electronics
Needs validationlow risk
High-performance alternative with higher current and lower resistance, but slightly lower inductance. Review required.
Best Alternatives to LQG15HS2N4B02D
Finding a substitute for the Murata LQG15HS2N4B02D 2.4nH inductor requires careful matching of inductance, current rating, and DCR in the 0402 package. Several alternatives exist with varying parametric trade-offs.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Inductance and current rating deviations require circuit validation.
Package risklow
All candidates share the same 0402 package footprint.
Sourcing risklow
Multiple vendors offer similar parts, indicating good availability.
Can it be replaced directly?
No perfect drop-in replacement was found. All candidates have trade-offs in inductance, current rating, or tolerance that require engineering review.
Best replacement path
For performance, LQW15AN2N2C10D is a strong upgrade if 2.2nH inductance is acceptable. For an exact inductance match, VHF100505HQ2N4ST is an option but carries a downgrade risk on current rating.
Main risk
The main risk is mismatch in inductance or a lower current rating, which can affect RF circuit performance or component reliability.
Recommended alternatives
3Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | LQG15HS2N4B02D | LQW15AN2N2C10D | VHF100505HQ2N2ST | VHF100505HQ2N4ST | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inductance | 2.4 nH | 2.2 nH | 2.2 nH | 2.4 nH | 2.2 nH / 2.4 nH — Slightly lower than target, may affect circuit tuning.; VHF100505HQ2N2ST: Slightly lower than target, may affect circuit tuning.; VHF100505HQ2N4ST: Inductance value matches target. |
| Current | 850 mA | 1000 mA | 900 mA | 800 mA | 1000 mA / 900 mA / 800 mA — Higher current rating provides more margin.; VHF100505HQ2N2ST: Higher current rating provides more margin.; VHF100505HQ2N4ST: Lower current rating, requires design verification. |
| Dcr | 0.11 Ω | 0.027 Ω | 0.09 Ω | 0.1 Ω | 0.027 Ω / 0.09 Ω / 0.1 Ω — Significantly lower DCR reduces losses.; VHF100505HQ2N2ST: Lower DCR is an improvement.; VHF100505HQ2N4ST: Slightly lower DCR is an improvement. |
| Tolerance | ±0.1 nH | ±0.2 nH | ±0.3 nH | ±0.3 nH | ±0.2 nH / ±0.3 nH — Wider tolerance than target.; VHF100505HQ2N2ST: Wider tolerance than target.; VHF100505HQ2N4ST: Wider tolerance than target. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
The best alternative depends on your circuit's tolerance. LQW15AN2N2C10D offers superior current handling and Q-factor but has a slightly lower inductance of 2.2nH. For an exact inductance match, VHF100505HQ2N4ST is an option, but has a lower current rating.