CTS3F-101K

Fixed Inductors Overview

The CTS3F-101K is a shielded axial lead general-purpose inductor manufactured by Central Technologies. It features a nominal inductance of 100 µH with a tolerance of ±10%. The component has a maximum DC resistance of 3.1 Ω and a rated current of 0.16 A. It operates within a temperature range of -55 °C to 125 °C, exhibits a minimum quality factor of 45 at the nominal inductance, and has a self-resonant frequency of 10 MHz. The device is RoHS compliant and utilizes matte tin terminals.

Fixed Inductors Feature Summary

• Shielded molded construction for electromagnetic interference reduction
• Axial lead package design for through-hole mounting applications
• Compliant with RoHS standards for environmental safety

Fixed Inductors Applications

• General purpose RF inductor circuits
• Power supply filtering applications
• Signal processing components in electronic assemblies

Fixed Inductors Procurement Notes

Verify the part number suffix K indicates ±10% tolerance as documented in official specifications. Confirm RoHS compliance status and matte tin terminal finish requirements for your assembly process. Ensure the axial lead configuration matches your PCB layout constraints. Validate that the 0.16 A rated current and 3.1 Ω DC resistance meet your circuit design parameters before procurement.

Fixed Inductors Selection Notes

Select this component when a shielded axial inductor with 100 µH nominal value is required. Consider the 0.16 A current rating and 3.1 Ω resistance for power loss calculations. The 10 MHz self-resonant frequency defines the upper operational limit. Verify temperature stability requirements against the -55 °C to 125 °C operating range. Compare physical dimensions against available board space.

Fixed Inductors Part Context

This component belongs to the CTS3F series of shielded mold inductors from Central Technologies. The series offers various inductance values with consistent axial packaging. The CTS3F-101K specifically provides 100 µH inductance. The series is designed for general-purpose applications requiring shielding. Other variants in the family share similar physical characteristics but differ in electrical parameters.

Fixed Inductors Replacement Considerations

Cross-reference with CTDR3F-101K if radial vertical mounting is acceptable instead of axial leads. Both parts offer 100 µH inductance. Verify terminal configuration compatibility before substitution. Check if the radial variant meets the same electrical specifications for your specific application requirements.