RLC at RF (Real World Components)

1. Conceptual Intuition (L1)

• Ideal vs Real components.
• Everything has Loop Inductance (leads) and Parallel Capacitance (pads).
• The "Self Resonant Frequency" (SRF) concept: where an Inductor turns into a Capacitor.

2. Engineering Math (L2)

• Simplified parasitic models (Series L for caps, Parallel C for inductors).
• Q-factor definitions ($Q = \text{Reactance} / \text{Resistance}$).
• Calculating SRF ($f_{res} = \frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{LC}}$).

3. System Application (L3)

• Library models (Murata/Coilcraft S-parameters).
• Temperature coefficients and DC bias effects (Class 2 dielectrics).
• Layout parasitics vs Component parasitics.

Interactive Component: Frequency Response Grapher

• Description: Visualize Ideal vs Real component impedance over frequency.
• Controls: Component Value, Parasitic L/C, Toggle Ideal/Real.