Needs validationmedium risk
Pin-compatible with significantly higher current ratings, but has higher DC resistance.
Best Alternatives to LVS303015-2R2M-N
Finding a substitute for the Chilisin LVS303015-2R2M-N 2.2µH inductor involves balancing package compatibility with electrical performance. Several alternatives exist, including pin-compatible options with performance trade-offs and functional alternates requiring board changes.
AI replacement insight
Package riskhigh
High for functional alternates requiring a new PCB layout.
Electrical riskmedium
Medium for pin-compatible options due to parametric differences like DCR or Irms.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for LVS303015-2R2M-N should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
For a drop-in replacement, VLS3012HBX-2R2M offers a matching package and higher current ratings but with increased DCR. For new designs, SFE4018A-2R2M-F-HF is a superior electrical upgrade if the larger package can be accommodated.
Main risk
The main risks are either accepting a performance downgrade (lower current rating or higher DCR) in a pin-compatible part, or requiring a PCB redesign for a functionally superior part.
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | LVS303015-2R2M-N | VLS3012HBX-2R2M | SFE3015A-2R2M-F-HF | SFE4018A-2R2M-F-HF | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 3030 (3.0mm x 3.0mm) | 3030 (3.0 x 3.0 mm) | 3030 | 4018 | 3030 (3.0 x 3.0 mm) / 4018 / 2520 (1008 Metric) — Package size matches target.; SFE3015A-2R2M-F-HF: Package size matches target.; SFE4018A-2R2M-F-HF: Larger package requires layout change.; TFM252012ALVA2R2MTAA: Smaller package requires layout change. |
| Inductance | 2.2 µH | 2.2 µH | - | - | 2.2 µH — Inductance matches. |
| Dcr | 0.079 Ω | 0.106 Ω | 0.078 Ω | 0.059 Ω | 0.106 Ω / 0.078 Ω / 0.059 Ω / 0.084 Ω — Higher DCR increases power loss.; SFE3015A-2R2M-F-HF: Slightly lower DCR.; SFE4018A-2R2M-F-HF: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; TFM252012ALVA2R2MTAA: Slightly higher DCR. |
| Current | 2.3 A | 2.84 A | 2.0 A | 3.0 A | 2.84 A / 2.0 A / 3.0 A / 2.6 A — Higher thermal current rating.; SFE3015A-2R2M-F-HF: Lower thermal current rating (Irms).; SFE4018A-2R2M-F-HF: Higher thermal current rating.; TFM252012ALVA2R2MTAA: Higher thermal current rating. |
| Saturation Current | 1.2 A | 3.35 A | 2.0 A | 3.2 A | 3.35 A / 2.0 A / 3.2 A / 2.8 A — Significantly higher saturation current.; SFE3015A-2R2M-F-HF: Higher saturation current.; SFE4018A-2R2M-F-HF: Significantly higher saturation current.; TFM252012ALVA2R2MTAA: Higher saturation current. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for LVS303015-2R2M-N are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.