ISC1210EB5R6J Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ISC1210EB5R6J is a 5.6 µH shielded drum core wirewound inductor manufactured by Vishay Dale, designed for surface mount applications in the 1210 (3225 Metric) package. This component operates at 210 mA maximum current with 1.4 Ohm maximum DC resistance and is rated for -55°C to 125°C operating temperature. The part is currently active and ROHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent inductance, tolerance, package footprint, and mounting type are maintained within acceptable electrical and mechanical parameters.

Substiute Parts

ISC1210EB5R6J

Vishay DaleIn Stock: 1045ISC1210EB5R6J Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

NLV32T-5R6J-EF

TDK CorporationIn Stock: 2367NLV32T-5R6J-EF Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

NLV32T-5R6J-PF

TDK CorporationIn Stock: 10287NLV32T-5R6J-PF Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the ISC1210EB5R6J are identified based on the following criteria:

Maintained Parameters (Required for Substitution):

• Inductance value: 5.6 µH
• Inductance tolerance: ±5%
• Package / Case: 1210 (3225 Metric)
• Mounting type: Surface Mount
• Q factor @ 7.96 MHz: 30
• Inductance frequency test: 7.96 MHz
• RoHS compliance: ROHS3 Compliant
• Moisture sensitivity level: 1 (Unlimited)

Acceptable Variations:

• Current rating: 200 mA (substitute) vs. 210 mA (main part) — within acceptable margin for applications not requiring maximum current capacity
• DC resistance: 1.6 Ohm (substitute) vs. 1.4 Ohm (main part) — acceptable for circuits tolerant of increased resistance
• Core material: Ferrite (substitute) vs. Iron Powder (main part) — functionally equivalent at specified frequency
• Shielding: Unshielded (substitute) vs. Shielded (main part) — application-dependent; unshielded suitable for non-EMI-critical circuits
• Operating temperature: -40°C ~ 105°C (substitute) vs. -55°C ~ 125°C (main part) — narrower range; suitable for standard industrial applications

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

ISC1210EB5R6J (Primary Selection): Select this part for applications requiring shielded inductance with extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C). The iron powder core and shielding provide EMI containment suitable for noise-sensitive circuits. Product status is Active, ensuring long-term availability and supply continuity.

NLV32T-5R6J-EF (Preferred Substitute): This TDK Corporation part is suitable as a direct substitute when circuit design permits unshielded operation and operating temperature range of -40°C ~ 105°C. The ferrite core provides equivalent inductance and Q factor performance. Product status is Active, supporting ongoing design use. Higher inventory availability (2300 pcs) may provide supply advantages.

NLV32T-5R6J-PF (Legacy Substitute): This part is designated "Not For New Designs" and should be used only for legacy system maintenance or repair applications where the original specification requires this exact part number. Ferrite core and unshielded construction match NLV32T-5R6J-EF electrical characteristics. High inventory (10200 pcs) reflects legacy status.

Selection Criteria:

• Use ISC1210EB5R6J for new designs requiring shielding and wide temperature range
• Use NLV32T-5R6J-EF for cost-optimized designs where shielding is not required and standard industrial temperature range is acceptable
• Use NLV32T-5R6J-PF only for legacy system support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can NLV32T-5R6J-EF replace ISC1210EB5R6J in all applications?

A: Substitution is valid when the circuit design does not require shielding and operates within -40°C ~ 105°C temperature range. The unshielded ferrite core may introduce coupling effects in EMI-sensitive circuits. Verify circuit tolerance to 1.6 Ohm DC resistance versus 1.4 Ohm specification.

Q: What is the difference between NLV32T-5R6J-EF and NLV32T-5R6J-PF?

A: Both parts have identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary difference is product status: NLV32T-5R6J-EF is Active and suitable for new designs, while NLV32T-5R6J-PF is designated "Not For New Designs" and should be used only for legacy applications.

Q: Are the package dimensions identical across all three parts?

A: Yes. All three parts use the 1210 (3225 Metric) package with identical footprint dimensions (0.126" L x 0.098" W / 3.20mm x 2.49mm). Height specifications are equivalent (0.095" main part vs. 0.094" substitutes), presenting no PCB layout conflicts.

Q: Does the difference in core material affect circuit performance?

A: Iron powder and ferrite cores exhibit different frequency response characteristics. At the specified test frequency of 7.96 MHz, both materials deliver Q factor of 30. Self-resonant frequency differs (50 MHz vs. 45 MHz), which may affect high-frequency performance. Verify application frequency requirements before substitution.

Q: What is the impact of the 10 mA current rating difference?

A: The ISC1210EB5R6J is rated for 210 mA while substitutes are rated for 200 mA. This 10 mA difference represents a 4.8% reduction in current capacity. Substitution is valid only when circuit maximum current does not exceed 200 mA.

Q: Are all parts REACH compliant?

A: ISC1210EB5R6J is REACH Unaffected. Both TDK substitutes (NLV32T-5R6J-EF and NLV32T-5R6J-PF) are REACH Affected. Verify REACH compliance requirements for your application before final part selection.