CF12JT6R20 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The CF12JT6R20 is a 6.2 Ohm, ±5% tolerance, 0.5W through-hole axial resistor manufactured by Stackpole Electronics Inc. This carbon film resistor features flame retardant coating and safety characteristics, designed for general-purpose electronic applications requiring reliable resistance values across industrial and commercial temperature ranges. The part is currently active in production with ROHS3 compliance. Substitute parts are identified to address packaging format availability and inventory requirements while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

CF12JT6R20

Stackpole Electronics IncIn Stock: 726CF12JT6R20 Datasheet

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CFM12JT6R20

Stackpole Electronics IncIn Stock: 9915CFM12JT6R20 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution between CF12JT6R20 and CFM12JT6R20 is valid based on the following criteria:

Both parts share identical electrical specifications: 6.2 Ohm resistance, ±5% tolerance, 0.5W power rating, carbon film composition, ±400ppm/°C temperature coefficient, and -55°C to 155°C operating temperature range. Both maintain ROHS3 compliance and identical regulatory status (REACH Unaffected, EAR99 classification).

The primary difference is packaging format: CF12JT6R20 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format, while CFM12JT6R20 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) format. Physical dimensions differ slightly due to manufacturing tolerances within the axial resistor category. Both are manufactured by Stackpole Electronics Inc within the same product series family (CF and CFM series).

Substitution is permissible when packaging format flexibility exists in the application or assembly process.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both CF12JT6R20 and CFM12JT6R20 are active production parts with identical electrical and thermal characteristics. Selection between these parts should be based on assembly process requirements and packaging compatibility with existing equipment.

CF12JT6R20 in Tape & Reel format is suitable for high-volume automated assembly operations utilizing standard pick-and-place equipment. CFM12JT6R20 in Cut Tape format accommodates lower-volume production runs, manual assembly processes, or applications where individual component handling is required.

Both parts maintain full ROHS3 compliance and regulatory alignment, ensuring compatibility with current environmental and safety standards. No performance degradation occurs when substituting between these formats for the specified electrical application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CF12JT6R20 and CFM12JT6R20 be used interchangeably in circuit design?

A: Yes. Both parts deliver identical electrical performance with 6.2 Ohm resistance, ±5% tolerance, 0.5W power rating, and identical temperature characteristics across the -55°C to 155°C operating range.

Q: What is the primary difference between these substitute parts?

A: The packaging format differs. CF12JT6R20 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format for automated assembly, while CFM12JT6R20 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) format for manual or lower-volume assembly processes.

Q: Are there physical dimension differences between these parts?

A: Minor dimensional variations exist within standard axial resistor tolerances. CF12JT6R20 measures 0.106" diameter × 0.335" length, while CFM12JT6R20 measures 0.091" diameter × 0.256" length. Both are compatible with standard through-hole PCB layouts designed for axial resistors in this power class.

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance requirements?

A: Yes. Both CF12JT6R20 and CFM12JT6R20 are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and classified under EAR99 with identical HTSUS coding (8533.10.0065).

Q: Which part should be selected for high-volume production?

A: CF12JT6R20 in Tape & Reel format is optimized for high-volume automated assembly with standard pick-and-place equipment.

Q: Which part is suitable for prototyping or low-volume applications?

A: CFM12JT6R20 in Cut Tape format is appropriate for prototyping, low-volume production, and manual assembly processes where individual component handling is practical.