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Best Alternatives to LQW15AN10NG80D

Package: 0402 (1005 metric)Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.ChokesInductance: 10 nHTolerance: ±2 %Rated Current: 1400 mADC Resistance (max): 0.081 ΩSelf-Resonant Frequency (min): 6.0 GHz

Finding a substitute for the Murata LQW15AN10NG80D 10nH inductor requires careful review of electrical parameters. While form-fit matches exist, key differences in current rating and inductance are common.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Many alternatives have much lower current ratings.

Package risklow

The 0402 package is standard and widely available.

Sourcing riskmedium

High-current 0402 inductors can have specific supply chains.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct drop-in replacement has been identified. All candidates require engineering review due to parametric differences.

Best replacement path

Use a part from the same Murata LQW15AN...G80 (high current) series, like LQW15AN8N2G80D, if a lower inductance of 8.2nH is acceptable.

Main risk

The primary risk is substituting with a part that has a significantly lower current rating, which can lead to component failure.

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LQW15AN8N2G80D

Murata Electronics

Needs validationmedium risk

A form-fit compatible inductor with higher current rating but lower inductance (8.2nH) that requires engineering review.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorLQW15AN10NG80DLQW15AN8N2G80DLQW15AN9N5G00DAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Package0402 (1005 metric)0402 (1005 metric)0402 (1005 Metric)0402 (1005 metric) / 0402 (1005 Metric) — Same package and pin count.; LQW15AN9N5G00D: Same package and pin count.
Inductance10 nH8.2 nH9.5 nH8.2 nH / 9.5 nH — Inductance is ~18% lower, requires circuit validation.; LQW15AN9N5G00D: Inductance is very close (-5%).
Current1.4 A1.5 A0.54 A1.5 A / 0.54 A — Higher current rating provides more margin.; LQW15AN9N5G00D: Current rating is severely reduced by over 60%.
Dcr0.081 Ω0.069 Ω0.14 Ω0.069 Ω / 0.14 Ω — Lower DCR improves efficiency.; LQW15AN9N5G00D: DCR is significantly higher, increasing losses.
Srf6.0 GHz6.5 GHz-6.5 GHz — Higher SRF is generally better.

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Questions & answers

LQW15AN8N2G80D is a strong candidate if your design tolerates 8.2nH inductance; it offers better current handling and lower DCR in the same package.