103R-153GS

Overview

The Delevan 103R-153GS is an unshielded surface-mount RF inductor with a nominal inductance of 15 µH and a tolerance of ±2%. It features a maximum DC resistance of 5.6 Ω and a minimum Q factor of 25. The component has a self-resonant frequency of 30 MHz and supports a maximum DC current of 135 mA. Its physical dimensions are 2.54 mm in length, 2.54 mm in width, and 1.91 mm in height. The device utilizes standard terminations and is supplied in reel packaging for automated PCB mounting.

Feature Summary

• Unshielded construction suitable for high-frequency RF applications
• Precision ±2% inductance tolerance for tight circuit requirements
• Standard SMD/SMT termination style for reliable PCB integration

Applications

• RF signal processing circuits
• High-frequency filtering networks
• Impedance matching networks in radio frequency systems

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix GS against official manufacturer documentation to confirm the exact tolerance and electrical characteristics, as suffixes often denote critical variations within the 103/R series. Ensure that the procurement channel provides authentic components from API Delevan or authorized distributors to guarantee performance reliability in sensitive RF environments.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a precise 15 µH inductance with tight ±2% tolerance is required for RF circuits. Consider the 135 mA current rating and 5.6 Ω DC resistance limits during design. The unshielded nature requires careful layout consideration to prevent electromagnetic interference coupling with adjacent components on the printed circuit board.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Delevan 103/R series of surface-mount RF inductors. The series offers various inductance values and tolerances, distinguished by alphanumeric suffixes. The 103R-153GS specifically denotes the 15 µH variant with 2% tolerance, sharing the standard 1005 metric footprint (1008 imperial) common to this family.

Replacement Considerations

Cross-reference with other 103R-153 variants such as 103R-153JS (5% tolerance) or 103R-153K (10% tolerance) if looser tolerances are acceptable. Verify dimensional compatibility and electrical parameter alignment before substituting.