RC1608F1072CS Equivalent and Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RC1608F1072CS is a 10.7 kOhms ±1% 0.1W chip resistor in 0603 (1608 Metric) package manufactured by Samsung Electro-Mechanics. This thick film, moisture-resistant component operates across -55°C to 155°C and is actively produced. Finding equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to address supply availability, logistics optimization, or design flexibility in component sourcing.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Resistance	10.7 kOhms
Tolerance	±1%
Power Rating	0.1W (1/10W)
Package	0603 (1608 Metric)
Composition	Thick Film
Temperature Coefficient	±100 ppm/°C
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C to 155°C
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Packaging Type	Tape & Reel (TR)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

All substitute parts listed maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility with the RC1608F1072CS. Substitution is valid when the following key parameters are preserved:

Required Matching Parameters:

Resistance value: 10.7 kOhms
Tolerance: ±1%
Power rating: 0.1W (1/10W)
Package/Case: 0603 (1608 Metric)
Composition: Thick Film
Temperature coefficient: ±100 ppm/°C
Operating temperature range: -55°C to 155°C
Moisture sensitivity: MSL 1
Number of terminations: 2

Substitute parts are classified into two groups: Direct equivalents and Similar parts with enhanced certifications. Direct equivalents match all electrical and mechanical specifications without additional automotive qualifications. Similar parts include AEC-Q200 automotive qualification, which adds enhanced reliability testing and is suitable for both general-purpose and automotive applications.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Resistance	Tolerance	Power	Package	Temp Coeff	Op Temp	MSL	RoHS	AEC-Q200	Status
RC1608F1072CS	Samsung Electro-Mechanics	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	No	Active
CR0603-FX-1072ELF	Bourns Inc.	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	No	Active
RC0603FR-0710K7L	YAGEO	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	No	Active
AC0603FR-0710K7L	YAGEO	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Active
CRCW060310K7FKEA	Vishay Dale	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Active
CRCW060310K7FKEB	Vishay Dale	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	Non-compliant	Yes	Discontinued
CRCW060310K7FKTA	Vishay Dale	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	Non-compliant	Yes	Active
ERJ-3EKF1072V	Panasonic Electronic Components	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Active
RMCF0603FT10K7	Stackpole Electronics Inc	10.7 kΩ	±1%	0.1W	0603	±100 ppm/°C	-55°C to 155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Recommendation - RoHS3 Compliant, Active Status: CR0603-FX-1072ELF (Bourns Inc.) and RC0603FR-0710K7L (YAGEO) are direct functional equivalents to the RC1608F1072CS with ROHS3 compliance and active product status. These parts are suitable for direct substitution in designs without automotive requirements.

Automotive Applications - AEC-Q200 Certified: For applications requiring automotive-grade reliability, AC0603FR-0710K7L (YAGEO), CRCW060310K7FKEA (Vishay Dale), ERJ-3EKF1072V (Panasonic), and RMCF0603FT10K7 (Stackpole Electronics) provide AEC-Q200 certification with ROHS3 compliance and active product status. These parts meet enhanced automotive qualification standards while maintaining all electrical and mechanical specifications.

Avoid for New Designs: CRCW060310K7FKEB (Vishay Dale) is discontinued at DiGi Electronics and exhibits RoHS non-compliance. CRCW060310K7FKTA (Vishay Dale) is RoHS non-compliant and REACH-affected, making it unsuitable for applications with environmental or compliance requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I substitute CR0603-FX-1072ELF for RC1608F1072CS without design changes? A: Yes. Both components share identical resistance (10.7 kOhms), tolerance (±1%), power rating (0.1W), package (0603), temperature coefficient (±100 ppm/°C), operating range (-55°C to 155°C), and MSL rating (1). No design modifications are required.

Q: What is the difference between standard and AEC-Q200 parts? A: AEC-Q200 certification indicates automotive-grade qualification including enhanced reliability testing, stricter quality control, and validation for automotive environments. Functionally equivalent parts without AEC-Q200 are suitable for general-purpose applications. Parts with AEC-Q200 (AC0603FR-0710K7L, CRCW060310K7FKEA, ERJ-3EKF1072V, RMCF0603FT10K7) are suitable for both automotive and non-automotive applications.

Q: Are there dimensional differences between substitute parts? A: All parts maintain the 0603 (1608 Metric) package specification. Minor dimensional variations exist within package tolerances: length ranges from 0.061" to 0.063", width from 0.031" to 0.033", and height up to 0.022". These variations are within standard 0603 package tolerances and do not affect PCB placement.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability? A: RMCF0603FT10K7 (Stackpole Electronics Inc) has 200,590 pieces in stock, followed by RC0603FR-0710K7L (YAGEO) with 128,815 pieces and ERJ-3EKF1072V (Panasonic) with 102,892 pieces.

Q: Is RoHS3 compliance mandatory for my application? A: RoHS3 compliance is required for products sold in the European Union and many regulated markets. CRCW060310K7FKEB and CRCW060310K7FKTA are RoHS non-compliant. For unrestricted global distribution, select ROHS3-compliant alternatives: CR0603-FX-1072ELF, RC0603FR-0710K7L, or any AEC-Q200 certified option.

Q: Can I use a Vishay Dale CRCW part with REACH-affected status? A: CRCW060310K7FKTA exhibits REACH-affected status, indicating chemical substance restrictions under European REACH regulations. CRCW060310K7FKEA does not carry REACH-affected designation and is the preferred Vishay Dale option for REACH-compliant sourcing.

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