Editing: L_0805 (2012 Metric)

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# L_0805 (2012 Metric)

**Package:** L_0805_2012Metric
**Library:** Inductor_SMD
**Category:** Passive Component
**Pads:** 2
**Pitch:** N/A
**Body Size:** 2.0 x 1.25mm
**Mounting:** Surface Mount

## Description

The 0805 (2012 Metric) inductor footprint is the standard size for small SMD inductors, ferrite beads, and RF chokes. At 2.0 x 1.25mm, it shares the same dimensions as resistor and capacitor 0805 packages, allowing consistent pick-and-place and stencil design. Used for power supply filtering (ferrite beads on VCC rails), EMI suppression, DC-DC converter inductors, and RF matching networks. Values range from nanohenries to low microhenries. Essential for any design with switching regulators or high-frequency signals.

## Usage Notes

- Designed for reflow soldering (paste stencil recommended)
- Pad size optimized for standard components
- Follow IPC-7351 land pattern guidelines

## KiCad Library Reference

This footprint is from the official KiCad `Inductor_SMD` library.
Full identifier: `Inductor_SMD:L_0805_2012Metric`

To use in your project:
1. Open the Footprint Library Manager in KiCad
2. Search for `L_0805_2012Metric`
3. Assign to your schematic symbol in the Symbol Properties dialog

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