In the automotive industry, power inductors have several important applications:

DC-DC Converters: Power inductors are often used in DC-DC converters to step up or step down the voltage levels in different parts of a vehicle’s electrical system. These converters are crucial for efficiently managing power distribution and ensuring the proper functioning of various components.

Engine Control Units (ECUs): Modern vehicles rely heavily on electronic control units to manage engine performance, emissions, and other critical functions. Power inductors are used in the voltage regulators and power management circuits of these ECUs to maintain stable power supplies.

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Systems: EPS systems assist the driver in steering by using electric motors. Power inductors play a role in the motor control circuitry, helping to regulate the current and voltage supplied to the electric motor for smooth and responsive steering assistance.

Infotainment Systems: The infotainment systems in vehicles include features like navigation, multimedia, and connectivity. Power inductors are used in the voltage regulation and filtering circuits of these systems to ensure clean and reliable power delivery.

Battery Management Systems (BMS): In electric and hybrid vehicles, power inductors are utilized in the battery management systems to regulate charging and discharging currents, helping to extend battery life and optimize performance.

LED Lighting: Power inductors are often employed in the driver circuits for automotive backlights and LED lighting systems, ensuring stable and efficient power supply to the LEDs.

Transmission Control Modules: In automatic transmissions, power inductors can be found in control modules to manage solenoids and other components.

The automotive environment presents unique challenges such as temperature variations, vibration, and electrical noise. Power inductors used in automotive applications need to be robust, reliable, and able to operate within specified temperature ranges.

Mitsumi power inductors are connected using laser welding so they do not require soldering. Their wide terminal structure provides protection against impacts and they are available in a range of sizes  to meet your design requirements.