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Best Alternatives to LQM31PN2R2M00L

Package: 1206 (3216 metric)Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.ChokesInductance: 2.2 µHTolerance: ±20%Rated Current: 900 mADC Resistance: 0.19 Ω ±25%Self Resonant Frequency: 40 MHz min.

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.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

No candidates match the 1206 package, requiring board layout verification or modification.

Electrical risklow

Most candidates offer superior current handling and lower DCR, reducing electrical stress.

Sourcing risklow

Multiple alternatives are available from major manufacturers like Murata and Bourns.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct drop-in replacement was found. The closest functional matches are in smaller (0806) or larger packages, requiring PCB layout changes.

Best replacement path

Functional alternatives with different packages.

Main risk

Package mismatch requiring PCB layout changes.

Recommended alternatives

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DFE201610E-2R2M=P2 package
DFE201610E-2R2M=P2

Murata Electronics

Needs validationmedium risk

A strong functional alternative from Murata with excellent current ratings in a smaller 0806 package.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorLQM31PN2R2M00LDFE201610E-2R2M=P2LQM2MPN2R2MG0LSRP4020TA-2R2MCompatibility / risk
Package1206 (3216 metric)2016 (0806 metric)0806 (2016 metric)40202016 (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.
Current0.9 A1.7 A1.2 A4.0 A1.7 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 AUnknown2.4 A-6.0 A2.4 A / 6.0 A — Higher saturation current.; SRP4020TA-2R2M: Higher saturation current.
Dcr Ohm0.19 Ω0.14 Ω0.11 Ω0.061 Ω0.14 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.
ApplicationGeneral Power--AEC-Q200AEC-Q200 — Automotive qualified.
ShieldingShielded (implied)---Semi-shielded — May have higher EMI than target's shielded construction.

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Questions & answers

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.