RC0603F3323CS Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RC0603F3323CS is a 332 kOhms ±1% thick film chip resistor manufactured by Samsung Electro-Mechanics. This 0201 (0603 Metric) surface mount resistor is rated at 0.05W (1/20W) and is designed for moisture-resistant applications across industrial and commercial temperature ranges. The component is Active in product status with full RoHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1). Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications, mechanical dimensions, and compliance certifications align with the original component requirements.

Substiute Parts

RC0603F3323CS

Samsung Electro-MechanicsIn Stock: 1188RC0603F3323CS Datasheet

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CRCW0201332KFKED

Vishay DaleIn Stock: 9532CRCW0201332KFKED Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the RC0603F3323CS is determined by strict alignment of the following parameters:

Critical Electrical Parameters:

• Resistance value: 332 kOhms (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±1% (exact match required)
• Power rating: 0.05W / 1/20W (exact match required)
• Composition: Thick Film (exact match required)

Critical Mechanical Parameters:

• Package / Case: 0201 (0603 Metric) (exact match required)
• Physical dimensions: 0.024" L x 0.012" W / 0.60mm x 0.30mm (exact match required)
• Height - Seated (Max): 0.010" / 0.26mm (exact match required)
• Number of Terminations: 2 (exact match required)

Compliance & Environmental Parameters:

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (minimum requirement)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (minimum requirement)
• Product Status: Active (required for current availability)

The CRCW0201332KFKED manufactured by Vishay Dale meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. Variations in temperature coefficient and maximum operating temperature do not disqualify substitution when the core functional specifications align.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The CRCW0201332KFKED is a direct functional equivalent to the RC0603F3323CS based on matching electrical specifications (332 kOhms, ±1%, 0.05W), identical mechanical dimensions (0201 package), and equivalent compliance certifications (ROHS3, REACH Unaffected, EAR99).

Both components are Active products with unlimited moisture sensitivity (MSL 1), ensuring current availability and consistent supply chain access. The CRCW0201332KFKED offers an extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 155°C versus -55°C ~ 125°C) and improved temperature coefficient stability (±100ppm/°C versus ±250ppm/°C), which provides additional performance margin in temperature-sensitive applications.

Selection between these components should be based on supply availability, lead time requirements, and cost considerations. Both components satisfy identical functional and compliance requirements for 0201 thick film resistor applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the CRCW0201332KFKED replace the RC0603F3323CS in existing designs?

A: Yes. The CRCW0201332KFKED meets all critical electrical and mechanical specifications. Identical resistance (332 kOhms), tolerance (±1%), power rating (0.05W), package dimensions (0201), and compliance certifications (ROHS3, MSL 1) ensure direct substitution compatibility.

Q: What is the significance of the different temperature coefficients (±250ppm/°C vs ±100ppm/°C)?

A: The CRCW0201332KFKED exhibits tighter temperature coefficient performance. In applications where resistance stability across temperature ranges is critical, the Vishay Dale component provides superior performance. For standard applications, both coefficients are within acceptable tolerance bands.

Q: Does the extended operating temperature range of the CRCW0201332KFKED (-55°C ~ 155°C) affect substitution?

A: No. The extended range does not disqualify substitution. If the original design operates within -55°C ~ 125°C, the CRCW0201332KFKED remains fully compatible. The extended range provides additional operational margin without introducing incompatibility.

Q: Are both components available in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging?

A: Yes. Both the RC0603F3323CS and CRCW0201332KFKED are supplied in Tape & Reel packaging, suitable for automated assembly processes.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to both components?

A: Both components are ROHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected, and classified under ECCN EAR99. Both share identical HTSUS classification (8533.21.0030), ensuring equivalent regulatory and trade compliance.

Q: Can these components be used interchangeably in PCB designs without layout modifications?

A: Yes. Identical 0201 package dimensions (0.024" L x 0.012" W / 0.60mm x 0.30mm) and maximum seated height (0.010" / 0.26mm) ensure direct footprint compatibility without PCB redesign.