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Best Alternatives to TMPA1265SP-100MN-D

Package: SMD, 12.6mm x 13.5mmTAI-TECHChokesInductance: 10uHRated Current (Irms): 13ASaturation Current (Isat): 17ADC Resistance (DCR) Typ: 13mΩDC Resistance (DCR) Max: 15.8mΩ

Find viable alternatives for the TAI-TECH TMPA1265SP-100MN-D, a 10uH, 13A SMD power inductor. This guide reviews functional alternates and highlights key differences in package size and electrical ratings to ensure a successful replacement.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Most alternatives have different footprints requiring PCB changes.

Electrical riskmedium

Some candidates are downgrades in rated current or DCR.

Sourcing risklow

Several alternatives are available from different manufacturers.

Can it be replaced directly?

No verified direct drop-in replacement is available. All candidates have significant differences in package size or electrical ratings.

Best replacement path

Evaluate functional alternates, prioritizing either electrical upgrades (requiring layout changes) or similar form-factor parts (with potential electrical downgrades).

Main risk

The primary risk is physical incompatibility due to different package sizes, or thermal issues from candidates with lower current ratings.

Recommended alternatives

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SMMS1770-100M package
Needs validationhigh risk

Electrically superior alternative with higher current ratings, but requires a larger PCB footprint.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorTMPA1265SP-100MN-DSMMS1770-100MCYA1265-10UHAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Inductance10µH10µH10µH10µH — Inductance matches target.; CYA1265-10UH: Inductance matches target.
Package12.6x13.5mm17.5x17.15mm12.8x12.5mm17.5x17.15mm / 12.8x12.5mm — Significantly larger footprint.; CYA1265-10UH: Similar size, may be form-fit compatible.
Current13A16.5A11A16.5A / 11A — Higher rated current offers better thermal performance.; CYA1265-10UH: Lower rated current poses a thermal risk.
Saturation Current A17A25A21A25A / 21A — Higher saturation current provides more headroom.; CYA1265-10UH: Higher saturation current is an improvement.
Dcr Ohm13mΩ11.6mΩ15.5mΩ11.6mΩ / 15.5mΩ — Lower DCR reduces power loss.; CYA1265-10UH: Higher DCR increases power loss.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

There is no single 'best' alternative. Candidates like SMMS1770-100M offer superior electrical performance but require a larger PCB footprint. Others like CYA1265-10UH have a similar footprint but with a lower current rating, posing a thermal risk.