MBA02040C8250FRP00 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MBA02040C8250FRP00 is a 825 Ohms ±1% 0.4W through-hole axial resistor manufactured by Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components. This metal film resistor meets automotive AEC-Q200 qualification standards and operates across -55°C to 155°C. The part is currently active in production with 808 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when packaging format changes or when equivalent electrical specifications are required for design flexibility while maintaining circuit performance.

Substiute Parts

MBA02040C8250FRP00

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 860MBA02040C8250FRP00 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

SFR16S0008250FR500

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 11910SFR16S0008250FR500 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

MBA02040C8250FC100

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 2524MBA02040C8250FC100 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the MBA02040C8250FRP00 are classified into two categories based on allowed parameter variations:

Parametric Equivalent (MBA02040C8250FC100): Identical electrical specifications and automotive qualification. Substitution is based on packaging format change from Tape & Reel (TR) to Cut Tape (CT). All critical parameters including resistance, tolerance, power rating, temperature coefficient, and AEC-Q200 compliance remain unchanged.

Direct Manufacturer Equivalent (SFR16S0008250FR500): Maintains identical resistance value (825 Ohms) and tolerance (±1%). Power rating increases from 0.4W to 0.5W (1/2W), allowing operation in circuits with higher thermal margins. Temperature coefficient increases from ±50ppm/°C to ±100ppm/°C. Operating temperature range remains -55°C to 155°C. This part does not carry automotive AEC-Q200 qualification. Substitution is valid when circuit design permits higher power dissipation capability and when automotive qualification is not a requirement.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

MBA02040C8250FC100 is the primary substitute when packaging format flexibility is required. This part maintains full electrical and qualification equivalence to the main part, differing only in tape format. Selection is appropriate for applications where Cut Tape packaging accommodates assembly or inventory processes.

SFR16S0008250FR500 is suitable for non-automotive applications or designs where automotive AEC-Q200 qualification is not mandated. The increased power rating (0.5W vs 0.4W) provides additional thermal margin in circuits operating near the 0.4W dissipation limit. The higher temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C vs ±50ppm/°C) may impact precision-critical circuits; verification against circuit tolerance requirements is necessary before selection.

For automotive applications requiring AEC-Q200 compliance, MBA02040C8250FC100 is the only approved substitute.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MBA02040C8250FC100 replace MBA02040C8250FRP00 in automotive applications? A: Yes. Both parts are AEC-Q200 qualified with identical electrical specifications. The only difference is packaging format (Cut Tape vs Tape & Reel). Electrical performance and reliability are equivalent.

Q: Is SFR16S0008250FR500 suitable for automotive circuits? A: No. SFR16S0008250FR500 does not carry AEC-Q200 automotive qualification. Use only in non-automotive applications or where automotive qualification is not a design requirement.

Q: What is the impact of the higher power rating in SFR16S0008250FR500? A: The 0.5W rating (vs 0.4W) allows the resistor to dissipate more power without exceeding temperature limits. This provides design margin in circuits where power dissipation approaches the 0.4W limit. Circuit functionality remains unchanged if the original design operates below 0.4W.

Q: Does the temperature coefficient difference affect circuit performance? A: The SFR16S0008250FR500 has ±100ppm/°C vs ±50ppm/°C for the main part. In circuits with tight tolerance requirements or wide temperature operation, the higher coefficient may cause measurable resistance drift. Evaluate circuit specifications before substitution.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant? A: Yes. All three parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting environmental regulatory requirements.