Best Alternatives to WPN4020H4R7MT

Package: NonstandardShenzhen Sunlord Electronics Co., Ltd.ChokesSeries: WPNPackage: Tape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT); Digi-Reel®Type: Drum Core, WirewoundInductance: 4.7 µHTolerance: ±20%

Finding a substitute for the Sunlord WPN4020H4R7MT, a 4.7µH power inductor, requires careful review. Key challenges are matching the 4020 package while meeting the 4.9A saturation current, with most alternatives involving design trade-offs.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Most alternatives are in larger packages (6045/0630) and are not drop-in replacements.

Electrical riskhigh

The only form-fit alternative has significantly lower current ratings, risking saturation or overheating.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement with equivalent or better performance has been identified. One part with a matching footprint, SMNR4020-4R7MT, is a high-risk electrical downgrade.

Best replacement path

For new designs or board revisions, use a functional alternative like SLO0630H4R7MTT for superior electrical performance, provided the larger footprint is acceptable.

Main risk

The primary risk is package incompatibility. Electrically suitable parts are physically larger. The only part with a matching footprint is electrically inferior.

Recommended alternatives

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CYA0630-4.7UH package
Needs validationmedium risk

A functional alternative with superior current ratings and lower DCR, but in a larger package.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorWPN4020H4R7MTCYA0630-4.7UHSLO0630H4R7MTTSMMS0630-4R7MCompatibility / risk
Inductance4.7 µH4.7 µH4.7 µH4.7 µH4.7 µH — Inductance matches target.; SLO0630H4R7MTT: Inductance matches target.; SMMS0630-4R7M: Inductance matches target.; SWPA6045S4R7MT: Inductance matches target.
Package4020 (4.0x4.0mm)0630 (7.2x6.6mm)0630 (7.1x6.6mm)0630 (7.1x6.6mm)0630 (7.2x6.6mm) / 0630 (7.1x6.6mm) / 6045 (6.0x6.0mm) — Significantly larger than target, requires board redesign.; SLO0630H4R7MTT: Significantly larger than target, requires board redesign.; SMMS0630-4R7M: Significantly larger than target, requires board redesign.; SWPA6045S4R7MT: Larger than target, requires board redesign.
Current4.9A / 3.3A6.5A / 5.0A9.0A / 5.5A6.55A / 6.0A6.5A / 5.0A / 9.0A / 5.5A / 6.55A / 6.0A / 5.5A / 3.5A — Higher Isat/Irms offers more headroom.; SLO0630H4R7MTT: Higher Isat/Irms offers more headroom.; SMMS0630-4R7M: Higher Isat/Irms offers more headroom.; SWPA6045S4R7MT: Higher Isat/Irms offers more headroom.
Dcr0.225 Ω0.0345 Ω0.031 Ω0.035 Ω0.0345 Ω / 0.031 Ω / 0.035 Ω / 0.030 Ω — Lower DCR improves efficiency.; SLO0630H4R7MTT: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; SMMS0630-4R7M: Lower DCR improves efficiency.; SWPA6045S4R7MT: Lower DCR improves efficiency.

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Questions & answers

No direct drop-in replacement was found. The best path is to select a functional alternative with superior electricals, like SLO0630H4R7MTT, and redesign the PCB layout to accommodate its larger package.