The **AISC-0603-R011** is a high-frequency, surface-mount (SMD) wire-wound chip inductor manufactured by **Abracon**. This specific component is designed for RF (Radio Frequency) applications where high stability and high self-resonant frequencies are required. --- ### 1. Part Number Breakdown Understanding the nomenclature helps identify the physical and electrical characteristics: | Part Segment | Meaning | Detail | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **AISC** | Series Name | Abracon Inductor Surface Chip (Wire-wound) | | **0603** | Case Size | 0.6 x 0.03 inches (approx. 1.6 x 0.8 mm) | | **R011** | Inductance Value | R represents decimal: 0.011 µH (or 11 nH) | --- ### 2. Key Technical Specifications Below are the typical electrical parameters for the **R011** (11 nH) variant within the AISC-0603 series: | Parameter | Value | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Inductance** | 11 nH | Measured at 250 MHz | | **Tolerance** | ±5% (J) / ±10% (K) | Standard tolerance for the series | | **Q Factor (Min)** | 30 | Measured at 250 MHz | | **Self-Resonant Freq (SRF)** | > 6000 MHz | Minimum frequency before it acts as a capacitor | | **DC Resistance (DCR)** | 0.08 Ω (Max) | Resistance of the wire coil | | **Rated Current (Idc)** | 700 mA | Maximum continuous current | --- ### 3. Physical Construction The AISC-0603 series utilizes a **wire-wound** construction on a ceramic core. * **Core Material:** Ceramic (Non-magnetic), which provides excellent thermal stability and high SRF. * **Termination:** Gold-plated or Tin-plated terminals for reliable soldering. * **Encapsulation:** Often features a clear epoxy top coating to facilitate pick-and-place assembly while protecting the wire. --- ### 4. Applications Due to its high Q-factor and high self-resonant frequency, this part is ideal for: * **RF Transceivers:** Used in matching networks and filters. * **Mobile Communication:** Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LTE modules. * **Oscillators:** Providing stable inductance for VCOs (Voltage Controlled Oscillators). * **Signal Integrity:** High-speed data line filtering. --- ### 5. Equivalent Considerations If looking for alternatives, the AISC-0603 series is generally cross-compatible with: * **Coilcraft:** 0603CS Series * **Murata:** LQW18A Series * **TDK:** MHQ1608 Series