SPICE

Document 158
SPICE Model – 0402HL
This lumped-element (SPICE) model data simulates the
frequency-dependent behavior of Coilcraft RF surface
mount inductors from 1 MHz to the upper frequency limit
shown in the accompanying table.
The equivalent lumped element model schematic is shown
below. The element values R1, R2, C, and L are listed
for each component value. The value of the frequencydependent variable resistor RVAR relates to the skin effect
and is calculated from:
RVAR = k *
• k is shown for each value in the accompanying table.
• f is the frequency in Hz
Table 1. Test Gap
Size
0302
0402,0403
0603
0805
1008
1206
1812
Gap Width (inch / mm)
0.017 / 0.432
0.017 / 0.432
0.026 / 0.660
0.040 / 1.016
0.060 / 1.524
0.080 / 2.032
0.120 / 3.048
(50 Ohm) wide traces of tinned gold over 25 mil thick
alumina, and were not included in the gap. The TRL*
calibration plane is also illustrated in Figure 1.
Pad
The data represents de-embedded measurements, as
described below. Effects due to different customer circuit
board traces, board materials, ground planes or interactions with other components are not included and can
have a significant effect when comparing the simulation
to measurements of the inductors using typical production verification instruments and fixtures.
Each model should only be analyzed at the input and
output ports. Individual elements of the model are not
determined by parameter measurement. The elements
are determined by the overall performance of the lumped
element model compared to the measurements taken of
the component.
Typically, the Self-Resonant Frequency (SRF) of the
component model will be higher than the measurement of
the component mounted on a circuit board. The parasitic
reactive elements of a circuit board or fixture will effectively
lower the circuit resonant frequency, especially for very
small inductance values. Since data sheet specifications
are based on typical production measurements, and the
SPICE models are based on de-embedded measurements as described below, the model results may be
different from the data sheet specifications.
Lumped Element Modeling Method
The measurements were made over a brass ground
plane with each component centered over an air gap,
as illustrated in Figure 1. The gap width for each size
component is given in Table 1. The test pads were 30 mil
Air gap
Pad
Brass
ground
plane
Calibration
plane
Figure 1. Test Setup
The lumped element values were determined by matching the simulation model to an average of the measurements. This method results in a model that represents
as closely as possible the typical frequency-dependent
behavior of the component up to a frequency just above
the self-resonant frequency of the model.
The lumped element models were used to generate
our 2­‑port S‑parameters and therefore give identical
results. The S-parameters are available on our web site
at http://www.coilcraft.com/models.cfm.
Disclaimer
Coilcraft makes every attempt to provide accurate measurement data and software, representative of our components, in a usable format. Coilcraft, however, disclaims
all warrants relating to the use of its data and software,
whether expressed or implied, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose. Coilcraft cannot and will not be
liable for any special, incidental, consequential, indirect
or similar damages occurring with the use of the data
and/or software.
Document 158-1 Revised 11/03/15
Document 158
SPICE Model for Coilcraft 0402HL Chip Inductors
Upper
R1R2 limit
Part number
()()
C (pF) L (nH)
k
(MHz)
0402HL-271
0402HL-301
0402HL-331
0402HL-361
0402HL-391
0402HL-471
0402HL-511
0402HL-561
0402HL-601
0402HL-741
0402HL-821
78 1.95
95 2.15
802.23
1002.36
652.35
602.67
1303.50
1303.70
150 3.78
1005.45
2005.85
0.160
0.190
0.225
0.230
0.730
1.10
0.220
0.185
0.172
1.00
0.220
270
300
330
360
390
470
510
560
600
740
820
6.00E-041000
7.00E-041000
6.00E-04 800
9.00E-04 700
8.00E-04 400
5.00E-04 400
8.00E-04 700
7.00E-04 900
4.00E-061000
7.00E-04 400
7.00E-04 500
Document 158-26 Revised 08/02/12