The VLS3012ET-150M is a wire-wound inductor manufactured by TDK Corporation. It is designed for use in power management circuits, DC-DC converters, and other applications requiring a specific inductance value and a small form factor.

Applications

• Smartphones: Power management circuits.
• Tablet Computers: Voltage regulation.
• Laptop Computers: Power supplies.
• DC-DC Converters: Energy storage and ripple filtering.
• Power Amplifiers: DC blocking.

Features

• Compact Size: 3.0 x 3.0 x 1.2 mm dimensions.
• Inductance Value: 15 μH.
• High Current Capability: Handles rated DC current.
• Magnetically Shielded: Reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI).
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: Suitable for various environments.

Benefits

• Space Saving: Enables miniaturization of electronic devices.
• Improved Efficiency: Low DC resistance minimizes power losses.
• Reduced EMI: Magnetically shielded construction reduces interference.
• Stable Performance: Reliable operation across a wide temperature range.
• Extended Battery Life: Lower power loss in power circuits contributes to longer battery life in portable devices.

Additional Details

The VLS3012ET-150M is a surface mount device (SMD) suitable for automated assembly processes. The 'ET' in the part number indicates specific performance or construction characteristics, which would be detailed in the product datasheet. The magnetically shielded design allows for placement of this inductor in close proximity to other components without causing significant EMI. The '150M' specifies an inductance of 15μH with a certain tolerance. Precise specifications, including rated current, DC resistance, Q-factor, and self-resonant frequency (SRF) can be found in the TDK datasheet.