New 1008 package commercial and automotive-grade power inductors

New 1008 Package Power Inductors

• Space-saving design
• Operating temperature up to +165 °C, with inductance values up to 4.7 mH

Vishay has introduced two new 1008 package power inductors with dimensions of 2.5 mm x 2.0 mm x 1.2 mm. The commercial-grade IHLL-1008AB-1Z and automotive-grade IHLP-1008ABEZ-5A power inductors deliver performance comparable to the larger IHLP^®  inductors while occupying only 55% of the footprint. They feature an operating temperature of up to +165 °C, a wide inductance range, and low direct current resistance (DCR).


The IHLL-1008AB-1Z features terminals plated only on the bottom, allowing for a reduced PCB layout and compact board spacing, with typical inductance values ranging from 0.33 µH to 4.7 µH. The IHLP-1008ABEZ-5A, on the other hand, has terminals plated on both the bottom and sides, enhancing solder joint strength, improving resistance to mechanical vibration, and simplifying solder joint inspection. The device is AEC-Q200 qualified and can operate continuously and stably at +165 °C, which is 10 °C higher than the closest competing devices. It features a typical DCR as low as 12.0 mΩ, reducing resistance by 15%.
Both devices outperform ferrite-based technologies, utilizing a robust iron powder core with a fully sealed winding to eliminate air gaps and provide magnetic shielding against crosstalk with adjacent components. Their soft saturation curves remain stable across the entire operating temperature and rated current range. The inductors' flat wire coils support low DCR and high current handling, with the coils directly bent to form the inductor terminals, eliminating the need for lead frames. Precision laser stripping combined with lead plating ensures solderability and withstands repeated thermal cycling for maximum reliability.

The recently released Vishay Dale devices are suitable for DC/DC converters, noise suppression, and filtering in various applications. The IHLP-1008ABEZ-5A is ideal for automotive infotainment, navigation, and braking systems; ADAS, LiDAR, and sensors; as well as engine control units. The IHLL-1008AB-1Z is suitable for CPUs, SSD modules, data networking and storage systems; industrial and home automation systems; TVs, speakers, audio systems, and gaming consoles; battery-powered consumer healthcare devices; medical instruments; communication equipment; and precision instruments.

Both the IHLL-1008AB-1Z and IHLP-1008ABEZ-5A feature a 100% lead-free (Pb) shielded composite construction, offering ultra-low noise, high resistance to thermal shock, moisture, and mechanical vibration, and the ability to handle high transient current spikes without saturation. The devices comply with RoHS and Vishay Green Standards and are halogen-free.