Bourns 6000-102K Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Bourns 6000-102K is a 1 mH unshielded drum core wirewound inductor rated for 510 mA with a maximum DC resistance of 2.9 Ohm. This through-hole radial component operates across a temperature range of -55°C to 105°C and is designed for applications requiring fixed inductance in ferrite core construction.

The 6000-102K carries an Obsolete product status, making it necessary to identify equivalent alternatives for ongoing production and design requirements. Substitute parts must maintain electrical compatibility while meeting current manufacturing and compliance standards.

Substiute Parts

6000-102K

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 7796000-102K Datasheet

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6000-102K-RC

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 53676000-102K-RC Datasheet

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CW160808-15NJ

Bourns Inc.In Stock: 5869CW160808-15NJ Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 6000-102K are identified based on the following electrical and mechanical criteria:

Primary Substitute (Direct Equivalent): The 6000-102K-RC maintains identical electrical specifications: 1 mH inductance, ±10% tolerance, 510 mA current rating, 2.9 Ohm maximum DC resistance, ferrite core construction, and unshielded configuration. Both parts share the same through-hole radial mounting and vertical cylinder package. The 6000-102K-RC differs only in packaging format (Bulk vs. standard) and product status (Not For New Designs vs. Obsolete), making it a direct electrical equivalent.

Secondary Substitute (Different Application Class): The CW160808-15NJ represents a different inductor class with fundamentally different electrical characteristics: 15 nH inductance (versus 1 mH), surface mount technology (versus through-hole), 0603 package (versus radial vertical cylinder), and alumina core (versus ferrite). This part is listed as a substitute based on the provided input data but operates in a different frequency range (250 MHz test frequency versus 252 kHz) and application domain. Selection of this part requires verification that the application can accommodate surface mount technology and the significantly lower inductance value.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct Replacement (Recommended for Existing Designs): The 6000-102K-RC is the appropriate substitute when maintaining the original circuit topology and board layout. This part provides identical electrical performance and mechanical compatibility. The 6000-102K-RC carries ROHS3 compliance, addressing regulatory requirements that the original obsolete part does not meet. Current inventory availability (5348 pcs) supports production continuity.

For New Design Implementations: The CW160808-15NJ is classified as Active and carries ROHS3 compliance, making it suitable for new product development. However, this part operates in a fundamentally different application space due to its surface mount configuration, significantly lower inductance value (15 nH versus 1 mH), and higher frequency operation (250 MHz test frequency). Selection of this part requires circuit redesign and is not a direct functional replacement.

Compliance Considerations: Both substitute parts achieve ROHS3 compliance, whereas the original 6000-102K is non-compliant. For applications subject to RoHS regulations, the 6000-102K-RC provides the most direct path to compliance while maintaining electrical equivalence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 6000-102K-RC be used as a direct drop-in replacement for the 6000-102K? A: Yes. The 6000-102K-RC maintains identical inductance (1 mH), tolerance (±10%), current rating (510 mA), DC resistance (2.9 Ohm max), core material (ferrite), and package configuration (radial, vertical cylinder through-hole). Both parts operate across the same temperature range and frequency characteristics. The primary difference is packaging format and product status.

Q: What is the difference between the 6000-102K-RC and CW160808-15NJ? A: These are fundamentally different inductor types. The 6000-102K-RC is a 1 mH through-hole component with ferrite core, while the CW160808-15NJ is a 15 nH surface mount component with alumina core. The inductance values differ by a factor of approximately 67,000, and the frequency characteristics are incompatible. The CW160808-15NJ is not a functional replacement for the 6000-102K in low-frequency applications.

Q: Why is the 6000-102K listed as Obsolete? A: The product status reflects Bourns' discontinuation of this part number. The 6000-102K-RC (Not For New Designs) and other alternatives remain available for existing applications requiring equivalent performance.

Q: Does the 6000-102K-RC meet RoHS requirements? A: Yes. The 6000-102K-RC carries ROHS3 compliance, whereas the original 6000-102K is non-compliant. This makes the 6000-102K-RC suitable for applications subject to RoHS regulations.

Q: Can I use the CW160808-15NJ in a circuit designed for the 6000-102K? A: No. The CW160808-15NJ operates at significantly higher frequencies (250 MHz) with vastly different inductance (15 nH). Circuit redesign would be required, and this part is intended for high-frequency applications rather than low-frequency filtering or energy storage applications typical of 1 mH inductors.

Q: What is the temperature operating range for each part? A: The 6000-102K and 6000-102K-RC both operate from -55°C to 105°C. The CW160808-15NJ operates from -40°C to 125°C, providing a wider upper temperature limit but a narrower lower temperature limit.