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[steve weir <weirsp@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Robert, a two terminal inductor does not have a polarity. Unless the 
package has some odd asymmetry, the orientation doesn't matter.
Steve
At 02:12 PM 4/2/2004 -0700, Tsai Robert-rvfm80 wrote:
>Dear professionals:
>
>Can anyone provide info on the polarity of some chip inductors? My 
>specific question is if I mount the chip inductors (0201 or 0402) with 
>polarity mark incorrectly (upside down) on the boards, what will be the 
>consequence? Also, why and how the chip inductors have polarity. Any info 
>will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a million.
>
>Best Regards,
>Robert
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