RC1608F7682CS Equivalent & Substitute Parts Reference

Part Overview

The RC1608F7682CS is a 76.8 kOhms ±1% thick film chip resistor manufactured by Samsung Electro-Mechanics, rated at 0.1W (1/10W) power dissipation in a 0603 (1608 Metric) surface mount package. This component is classified as Active product status with moisture-resistant construction and unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1). The RC1608F7682CS is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) packaging with 718 pieces currently in stock inventory.

Equivalent and substitute parts are identified when design requirements necessitate alternative sourcing due to supply constraints, procurement lead times, or specific application certifications such as automotive AEC-Q200 qualification.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Resistance	76.8 kOhms
Tolerance	±1%
Power Rating	0.1W (1/10W)
Package / Case	0603 (1608 Metric)
Composition	Thick Film
Temperature Coefficient	±100ppm/°C
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 155°C
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Number of Terminations	2

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the RC1608F7682CS are classified into two categories based on electrical and mechanical compatibility:

Direct Substitutes (Electrically and Mechanically Equivalent): Parts that match all critical parameters: 76.8 kOhms resistance, ±1% tolerance, 0.1W power rating, 0603 package, thick film composition, ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient, -55°C ~ 155°C operating range, MSL 1, and ROHS3 compliance. These parts are interchangeable without circuit redesign.

Similar Substitutes (Automotive AEC-Q200 Qualified): Parts that meet all electrical specifications and mechanical dimensions but include additional automotive qualification (AEC-Q200). These parts are suitable for applications requiring automotive-grade reliability and are electrically compatible with the base RC1608F7682CS.

Substitution eligibility is determined by:

Identical resistance value (76.8 kOhms)
Identical tolerance (±1%)
Identical power rating (0.1W)
Identical package (0603 / 1608 Metric)
Identical composition (Thick Film)
Identical temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C)
Identical operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 155°C)
Identical MSL rating (1)
Compatible RoHS compliance status

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer Part Number	Manufacturer	Resistance	Tolerance	Power (W)	Package	Temp Coeff	Op Temp Range	MSL	RoHS	AEC-Q200	Packaging Type
RC1608F7682CS	Samsung Electro-Mechanics	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	No	Cut Tape (CT)
CR0603-FX-7682ELF	Bourns Inc.	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	No	Tape & Reel (TR)
RC0603FR-0776K8L	YAGEO	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	No	Tape & Reel (TR)
AC0603FR-0776K8L	YAGEO	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Tape & Reel (TR)
CRCW060376K8FKEA	Vishay Dale	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
CRCW060376K8FKTA	Vishay Dale	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	RoHS Non-compliant	Yes	Tape & Reel (TR)
ERJ-3EKF7682V	Panasonic Electronic Components	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Tape & Reel (TR)
RMCF0603FT76K8	Stackpole Electronics Inc	76.8 kΩ	±1%	0.1	0603	±100ppm/°C	-55~155°C	1	ROHS3	Yes	Tape & Reel (TR)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Standard Industrial Applications (Non-Automotive):

CR0603-FX-7682ELF (Bourns Inc.) and RC0603FR-0776K8L (YAGEO) are direct electrical and mechanical equivalents to the RC1608F7682CS. Both maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating. Selection between these options depends on packaging preference (Tape & Reel availability) and procurement lead times. Bourns CR0603-FX-7682ELF offers 20,050 pieces in inventory; YAGEO RC0603FR-0776K8L offers 20,134 pieces.

For Automotive Applications (AEC-Q200 Required):

AC0603FR-0776K8L (YAGEO), CRCW060376K8FKEA (Vishay Dale), ERJ-3EKF7682V (Panasonic), and RMCF0603FT76K8 (Stackpole Electronics) are qualified to AEC-Q200 automotive standards. All four maintain electrical equivalence to the base part with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating. Selection criteria:

CRCW060376K8FKEA offers Cut Tape packaging option (36,145 pieces inventory) for applications requiring individual component handling
ERJ-3EKF7682V (Panasonic) provides highest inventory availability at 81,017 pieces in Tape & Reel format
RMCF0603FT76K8 (Stackpole) offers 59,822 pieces in Tape & Reel format

Compliance Consideration:

CRCW060376K8FKTA (Vishay Dale) is RoHS non-compliant and REACH-affected. This part is not recommended for new designs or applications subject to RoHS3 regulatory requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I substitute RC1608F7682CS with CR0603-FX-7682ELF in my circuit?

A: Yes. CR0603-FX-7682ELF is electrically and mechanically equivalent. Both are 76.8 kOhms ±1%, 0.1W, 0603 package, thick film composition with identical temperature coefficient and operating range. Both are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating. The primary difference is packaging format (Tape & Reel vs. Cut Tape) and manufacturer.

Q: What is the difference between the standard RC1608F7682CS and the AEC-Q200 qualified alternatives?

A: The RC1608F7682CS is a standard industrial-grade resistor. AEC-Q200 qualified alternatives (AC0603FR-0776K8L, CRCW060376K8FKEA, ERJ-3EKF7682V, RMCF0603FT76K8) meet additional automotive reliability and qualification standards. Electrically and mechanically, all parts are identical. AEC-Q200 qualification is required only for automotive applications.

Q: Are there dimensional differences between substitute parts?

A: Minor dimensional variations exist within tolerance. RC1608F7682CS and ERJ-3EKF7682V measure 0.063" L x 0.031" W (1.60mm x 0.80mm). CRCW060376K8FKEA and CRCW060376K8FKTA measure 0.061" L x 0.033" W (1.55mm x 0.85mm). RMCF0603FT76K8 measures 0.061" L x 0.031" W (1.55mm x 0.80mm). All variations remain within 0603 package specification and are mechanically compatible with standard 0603 footprints.

Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?

A: ERJ-3EKF7682V (Panasonic) provides the highest inventory at 81,017 pieces. For non-automotive applications, YAGEO RC0603FR-0776K8L offers 20,134 pieces and Bourns CR0603-FX-7682ELF offers 20,050 pieces.

Q: Is CRCW060376K8FKTA suitable for new designs?

A: CRCW060376K8FKTA is RoHS non-compliant and REACH-affected. It is not recommended for new product designs or applications subject to RoHS3 regulatory compliance requirements. Use CRCW060376K8FKEA instead, which maintains identical electrical specifications with ROHS3 compliance.

Q: Can I mix packaging formats (Cut Tape and Tape & Reel) in production?

A: Packaging format selection depends on assembly process requirements. Cut Tape (CT) is suitable for manual or semi-automated placement. Tape & Reel (TR) is required for fully automated pick-and-place assembly. Electrical and mechanical specifications remain identical regardless of packaging format.

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