
Murata Electronics
A strong functional alternative from Murata with excellent current ratings in a smaller 0806 package.
LQM31PN2R2M00L is a 2.2µH power inductor from Murata in a 1206 package. This page provides an analysis of potential functional alternatives for applications where package size can be modified or a performance upgrade is needed.
No candidates match the 1206 package, requiring board layout verification or modification.
Most candidates offer superior current handling and lower DCR, reducing electrical stress.
Multiple alternatives are available from major manufacturers like Murata and Bourns.
No direct drop-in replacement was found. The closest functional matches are in smaller (0806) or larger packages, requiring PCB layout changes.
Functional alternatives with different packages.
Package mismatch requiring PCB layout changes.

Murata Electronics
A strong functional alternative from Murata with excellent current ratings in a smaller 0806 package.
| Feature / factor | LQM31PN2R2M00L | DFE201610E-2R2M=P2 | LQM2MPN2R2MG0L | SRP4020TA-2R2M | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1206 (3216 metric) | 2016 (0806 metric) | 0806 (2016 metric) | 4020 | 2016 (0806 metric) / 0806 (2016 metric) / 4020 / 2512 — Smaller package requires layout verification.; LQM2MPN2R2MG0L: Smaller package requires layout verification.; SRP4020TA-2R2M: Larger package requires layout change.; SRN2512-2R2M: Larger package requires layout change. |
| Current | 0.9 A | 1.7 A | 1.2 A | 4.0 A | 1.7 A / 1.2 A / 4.0 A / 2.3 A — Higher rated current (Irms, temp rise).; LQM2MPN2R2MG0L: Higher rated current.; SRP4020TA-2R2M: Significantly higher rated current (Irms).; SRN2512-2R2M: Higher rated current (Irms). |
| Saturation Current A | Unknown | 2.4 A | - | 6.0 A | 2.4 A / 6.0 A — Higher saturation current.; SRP4020TA-2R2M: Higher saturation current. |
| Dcr Ohm | 0.19 Ω | 0.14 Ω | 0.11 Ω | 0.061 Ω | 0.14 Ω / 0.11 Ω / 0.061 Ω / 0.102 Ω — Lower DCR improves efficiency.; LQM2MPN2R2MG0L: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; SRP4020TA-2R2M: Much lower DCR improves efficiency.; SRN2512-2R2M: Lower DCR improves efficiency. |
| Tolerance | ±20% | - | ±20% | - | ±20% — Tolerance matches. |
| Application | General Power | - | - | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 — Automotive qualified. |
| Shielding | Shielded (implied) | - | - | - | Semi-shielded — May have higher EMI than target's shielded construction. |
LQM2MPN2R2MG0L offers similar specs from Murata with higher current handling, but in a smaller 0806 package. For higher power, Bourns SRP4020TA-2R2M is a robust option in a larger 4020 package. All require board layout review.