CT0603CSF-36NG

Fixed Inductors Overview

The CT0603CSF-36NG is a general-purpose wire-wound chip inductor from Central Technologies, designed for surface-mount applications. It features a ceramic core and operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to 125 °C. The component has a nominal inductance of 0.036 µH with a tolerance of ±5%. Key electrical specifications include a maximum rated current of 0.7 A, a DC resistance of 0.135 Ω, and a minimum quality factor of 28 at the nominal inductance. It is RoHS compliant and lead-free.

Fixed Inductors Feature Summary

• Wire-wound construction on a ceramic core for stable inductance
• Surface-mount package suitable for automated assembly
• High-current capability with low DC resistance
• RoHS compliant and lead-free manufacturing

Fixed Inductors Applications

• General purpose filtering circuits
• RF signal processing
• Power supply output chokes
• High current inductor applications

Fixed Inductors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix code 'J' corresponds to the required ±5% tolerance when ordering. Confirm RoHS compliance status as some variants may differ. Ensure the 0603 footprint matches the PCB design constraints. Check that the 0.7 A current rating meets the circuit's peak and RMS requirements. Validate the operating temperature range against environmental conditions.

Fixed Inductors Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring a compact 0603 footprint with moderate inductance values. Consider the 0.135 Ω DC resistance for efficiency calculations in power paths. The ceramic core offers stability compared to air cores. Evaluate the self-resonant frequency if high-frequency performance is critical. Compare against similar series parts for availability and cost-effectiveness.

Fixed Inductors Part Context

This part belongs to the CT0603CSF series of wire-wound chip inductors from Central Technologies. The series offers a wide range of inductance values from 1.6 nH to 390 nH in the 0603 package. These components are designed for general electronic applications where space is limited but reliable inductance is needed.

Fixed Inductors Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other CT0603CSF series parts with identical electrical parameters. Cross-reference with industry-standard 0603 inductors having 36 nH ±5% tolerance. Verify pinout compatibility and thermal characteristics before substitution.