
Murata Electronics
A close functional alternative with identical package and ratings, but slightly higher inductance.
Finding a substitute for the Murata LQW15AN9N1G00D, a 9.1nH 0402 wirewound inductor, involves balancing inductance value with other key RF parameters. Several functional alternatives exist within the same family.
Inductance deviation affects circuit tuning and performance. SRF, Q, and DCR must also be checked.
Many alternatives share the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
No verified drop-in replacement exists. However, several Murata parts in the same LQW15 series, like LQW15AN9N5G00D, are strong functional alternatives with the same 0402 package but require review of minor parametric differences.
LQW15AN9N5G00D is the closest functional alternative, with nearly identical specs except for a slightly higher inductance of 9.5nH.
The primary risk is a change in inductance, which can shift the operating point of RF filters, matching networks, and oscillators. Careful validation is required.

Murata Electronics
A close functional alternative with identical package and ratings, but slightly higher inductance.
| Feature / factor | LQW15AN9N1G00D | LQW15AN9N5G00D | LQW15AN10NG80D | LQW15AN8N2G80D | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inductance | 9.1 nH | 9.5 nH | 10 nH | 8.2 nH | 9.5 nH / 10 nH / 8.2 nH — Slightly higher inductance.; LQW15AN10NG80D: Higher inductance (~10% deviation).; LQW15AN8N2G80D: Lower inductance (~10% deviation). |
| Current | 540 mA | 540 mA | 1.4 A | 1.5 A | 540 mA / 1.4 A / 1.5 A — Rated current matches.; LQW15AN10NG80D: Significantly higher current rating.; LQW15AN8N2G80D: Significantly higher current rating. |
| Dcr | 0.14 Ω | 0.14 Ω | 0.081 Ω | 0.069 Ω | 0.14 Ω / 0.081 Ω / 0.069 Ω — DC resistance matches.; LQW15AN10NG80D: Lower DC resistance is an improvement.; LQW15AN8N2G80D: Lower DC resistance is an improvement. |
| Package | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 Metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 Metric) / 0402 (1005 metric) — Package size matches.; LQW15AN10NG80D: Package size matches.; LQW15AN8N2G80D: Package size matches. |
The best alternative is likely LQW15AN9N5G00D, which has a very close inductance of 9.5nH and matches other key parameters. For applications needing higher current handling, consider LQW15AN10NG80D, but be aware of its 10nH inductance.