MCS04020C3160FE000 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MCS04020C3160FE000 is a 316 Ohms ±1% thin film chip resistor in 0402 (1005 Metric) package rated at 0.063W (1/16W) with anti-sulfur coating. Manufactured by Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components, this component is active and RoHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified to provide alternatives with improved tolerance specifications, enhanced reliability features, or increased inventory availability while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

MCS04020C3160FE000

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 698MCS04020C3160FE000 Datasheet

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CPF0402B316RE1

TE Connectivity Passive ProductIn Stock: 1959CPF0402B316RE1 Datasheet

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RG1005P-3160-B-T5

SusumuIn Stock: 5989RG1005P-3160-B-T5 Datasheet

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RT0402BRD07316RL

YAGEOIn Stock: 16927RT0402BRD07316RL Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the MCS04020C3160FE000 are qualified based on the following criteria:

• Identical resistance value: 316 Ohms
• Identical package: 0402 (1005 Metric)
• Identical power rating: 0.063W (1/16W)
• Identical composition: Thin Film
• Identical operating temperature range: -55°C to 155°C
• Identical RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating
• Tolerance equal to or better than ±1%
• Identical number of terminations: 2

All substitute parts meet or exceed the electrical and mechanical specifications of the main part while maintaining full PCB-level compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three substitute parts are active products with RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 ratings, ensuring regulatory and environmental compatibility with the original MCS04020C3160FE000.

CPF0402B316RE1 (TE Connectivity) offers improved tolerance at ±0.1% and reduced temperature coefficient of ±25ppm/°C, with 1865 units in stock.

RG1005P-3160-B-T5 (Susumu) provides ±0.1% tolerance, ±25ppm/°C temperature coefficient, anti-sulfur coating, and AEC-Q200 automotive qualification with 5883 units in stock.

RT0402BRD07316RL (YAGEO) delivers ±0.1% tolerance, ±25ppm/°C temperature coefficient, and the highest inventory availability at 16834 units in stock.

Selection should be based on application requirements for tolerance precision, automotive qualification needs, and supply chain availability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can RT0402BRD07316RL replace MCS04020C3160FE000 directly on the PCB?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical package (0402), resistance value (316 Ohms), power rating (0.063W), and operating temperature range (-55°C to 155°C). The maximum seated height difference is 0.001" (0.01mm), which is negligible for standard PCB assembly.

Q: What is the advantage of ±0.1% tolerance over ±1%?

A: The substitute parts with ±0.1% tolerance provide tighter resistance value control, reducing circuit performance variation. This is beneficial in precision analog circuits, reference networks, and measurement applications where tolerance stack-up is critical.

Q: Is RG1005P-3160-B-T5 suitable for automotive applications?

A: Yes. RG1005P-3160-B-T5 carries AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and anti-sulfur coating, making it suitable for automotive and harsh environment applications. The original MCS04020C3160FE000 does not carry automotive qualification.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts (CPF0402B316RE1, RG1005P-3160-B-T5, RT0402BRD07316RL) are RoHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating, matching the original part's environmental and regulatory status.

Q: What is the difference in temperature coefficient between the main part and substitutes?

A: The MCS04020C3160FE000 has ±50ppm/°C temperature coefficient, while all substitute parts have ±25ppm/°C. Lower temperature coefficient means better resistance stability across the operating temperature range, reducing performance drift in temperature-sensitive applications.