Are 0805 Inductor Footprints Not Standardized?

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Are 0805 Inductor Footprints Not Standardized?

#1 Post by JoyceDBeardsley » 10 Jan 2026, 08:57

Hello,

I’ve noticed that 0805 inductor footprints often vary in size compared to standard 0805 passive components.

Is there a specific reason for this difference, such as current rating, magnetic fields, or manufacturing tolerances?

Why aren’t all 0805 inductor footprints standardized the same way as resistors or capacitors?

Thank you so much!
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Re: Are 0805 Inductor Footprints Not Standardized?

#2 Post by Serg » 12 Jan 2026, 17:45

Thank you for the report. We will review the dimensions and make changes if necessary.

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Re: Are 0805 Inductor Footprints Not Standardized?

#3 Post by takoankosi » 22 Jan 2026, 04:17

JoyceDBeardsley wrote: 10 Jan 2026, 08:57 Hello, Baseball Bros IO

I’ve noticed that 0805 inductor footprints often vary in size compared to standard 0805 passive components.

Is there a specific reason for this difference, such as current rating, magnetic fields, or manufacturing tolerances?

Why aren’t all 0805 inductor footprints standardized the same way as resistors or capacitors?

Thank you so much!
Is there a specific reason for this difference, such as current rating, magnetic fields, or manufacturing tolerances?

Serg
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Re: Are 0805 Inductor Footprints Not Standardized?

#4 Post by Serg » 22 Jan 2026, 06:52

takoankosi wrote: 22 Jan 2026, 04:17
JoyceDBeardsley wrote: 10 Jan 2026, 08:57 Hello, Baseball Bros IO

I’ve noticed that 0805 inductor footprints often vary in size compared to standard 0805 passive components.

Is there a specific reason for this difference, such as current rating, magnetic fields, or manufacturing tolerances?

Why aren’t all 0805 inductor footprints standardized the same way as resistors or capacitors?

Thank you so much!
Is there a specific reason for this difference, such as current rating, magnetic fields, or manufacturing tolerances?
Manufacturing tolerances in datasheets from different manufacturers are a determining factor.

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