RC2012F2212CS 22.1kΩ ±1% 1/8W 0805 Chip Resistor Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RC2012F2212CS is a 22.1 kOhms ±1% 0.125W thick film chip resistor manufactured by Samsung Electro-Mechanics in 0805 (2012 Metric) package format. This component is classified as Active product status with moisture-resistant construction and ROHS3 compliance. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications, mechanical dimensions, and packaging requirements are met across alternative manufacturers including Bourns Inc., Panasonic Electronic Components, Rohm Semiconductor, YAGEO, Stackpole Electronics Inc., and Vishay Dale.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Specification Basis
Resistance	22.1 kOhms	Exact value required for substitution
Tolerance	±1%	Precision grade determining circuit compatibility
Power Rating	0.125W (1/8W)	Thermal dissipation capacity
Package / Case	0805 (2012 Metric)	Physical footprint and PCB mounting compatibility
Composition	Thick Film	Construction technology
Temperature Coefficient	±100ppm/°C	Stability across operating temperature range
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 155°C	Environmental operating limits
Terminations	2	Lead configuration
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	Regulatory compliance requirement
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	Handling and storage requirements

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution logic is based on strict equivalence of the following parameters:

Mandatory Equivalence Criteria:

Resistance value: 22.1 kOhms (exact match required)
Tolerance: ±1% (precision grade match)
Power rating: 0.125W, 1/8W (thermal capacity match)
Package: 0805 (2012 Metric) (footprint compatibility)
Composition: Thick Film (construction type)
Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C (stability match)
Operating temperature range: -55°C ~ 155°C (environmental compatibility)
Number of terminations: 2 (lead configuration)
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (regulatory compliance)
Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (handling compatibility)

Direct Substitutes meet all mandatory criteria with identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all manufacturers.

Similar Substitutes meet all mandatory criteria but include additional features (automotive AEC-Q200 certification, enhanced moisture resistance, or higher power ratings) that provide functional equivalence with extended capability.

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer Part Number	Manufacturer	Resistance	Tolerance	Power (W)	Package	Temp Coeff	Op Temp (°C)	Height Max (mm)	Features	RoHS	Product Status
RC2012F2212CS	Samsung Electro-Mechanics	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.65	Moisture Resistant	ROHS3	Active
CR0805-FX-2212ELF	Bourns Inc.	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.60	Moisture Resistant	ROHS3	Active
ERJ-6ENF2212V	Panasonic Electronic Components	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.70	Automotive AEC-Q200	ROHS3	Active
KTR10EZPF2212	Rohm Semiconductor	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.65	Automotive AEC-Q200, High Voltage	ROHS3	Active
RC0805FR-0722K1L	YAGEO	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.60	Moisture Resistant	ROHS3	Active
RMCF0805FT22K1	Stackpole Electronics Inc	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.65	Automotive AEC-Q200	ROHS3	Active
AC0805FR-0722K1L	YAGEO	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.60	Automotive AEC-Q200, Moisture Resistant	ROHS3	Active
CRCW080522K1FKEA	Vishay Dale	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.50	Automotive AEC-Q200	ROHS3	Active
CRCW080522K1FKEAHP	Vishay Dale	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.5	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.50	Automotive AEC-Q200, Pulse Withstanding	ROHS3	Active
CRCW080522K1FKEB	Vishay Dale	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.50	Automotive AEC-Q200	ROHS3	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics
CRCW080522K1FKTA	Vishay Dale	22.1 kΩ	±1%	0.125	0805	±100ppm/°C	-55 ~ 155	0.50	Automotive AEC-Q200	RoHS non-compliant	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Substitutes (Equivalent Specifications, Active Status, ROHS3 Compliant):

The following parts provide direct functional equivalence to RC2012F2212CS with identical electrical parameters and current product availability:

CR0805-FX-2212ELF (Bourns Inc.) – 126,572 units in stock. Moisture-resistant construction. Compact height profile (0.60mm).
RC0805FR-0722K1L (YAGEO) – 321,859 units in stock. Moisture-resistant construction. Compact height profile (0.60mm).
CRCW080522K1FKEA (Vishay Dale) – 33,125 units in stock. Automotive AEC-Q200 rated. Lowest height profile (0.50mm).

Similar Substitutes with Extended Capability (Active Status, ROHS3 Compliant):

These parts meet all mandatory electrical and mechanical criteria while providing additional certifications or features:

ERJ-6ENF2212V (Panasonic Electronic Components) – 195,207 units in stock. Automotive AEC-Q200 certification. Suitable for automotive applications.
KTR10EZPF2212 (Rohm Semiconductor) – 10,801 units in stock. Automotive AEC-Q200 and High Voltage features. Suitable for automotive and high-voltage circuit applications.
RMCF0805FT22K1 (Stackpole Electronics Inc) – 20,400 units in stock. Automotive AEC-Q200 certification. Suitable for automotive applications.
AC0805FR-0722K1L (YAGEO) – 13,814 units in stock. Automotive AEC-Q200 and moisture-resistant construction. Dual-feature design.

Parts Not Recommended for Direct Substitution:

CRCW080522K1FKEAHP (Vishay Dale) – Power rating 0.5W (1/2W) exceeds RC2012F2212CS specification of 0.125W (1/8W). Use only when higher thermal dissipation is required.
CRCW080522K1FKEB (Vishay Dale) – Discontinued at DiGi Electronics. Avoid for new designs requiring long-term availability.
CRCW080522K1FKTA (Vishay Dale) – RoHS non-compliant. Incompatible with ROHS3 requirement of main part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use CRCW080522K1FKEAHP as a substitute for RC2012F2212CS?

A: CRCW080522K1FKEAHP has a power rating of 0.5W (1/2W), which exceeds the RC2012F2212CS specification of 0.125W (1/8W). While electrically compatible in resistance and tolerance, the higher power rating makes it physically larger in thermal capacity. Use this part only if your circuit design requires higher thermal dissipation capability. Standard substitution should use 0.125W rated parts.

Q: What is the difference between Direct Substitutes and Similar Substitutes?

A: Direct Substitutes (CR0805-FX-2212ELF, RC0805FR-0722K1L, CRCW080522K1FKEA) provide identical electrical and mechanical specifications to RC2012F2212CS with no additional features. Similar Substitutes (ERJ-6ENF2212V, KTR10EZPF2212, RMCF0805FT22K1, AC0805FR-0722K1L) meet all mandatory criteria but include automotive AEC-Q200 certification or enhanced moisture resistance, providing extended capability for specialized applications.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: No. CRCW080522K1FKTA is RoHS non-compliant and CRCW080522K1FKEB is discontinued at DiGi Electronics. For new designs requiring ROHS3 compliance, select from the Active status parts listed in the Engineering Selection Recommendations section.

Q: Does package height variation affect PCB assembly compatibility?

A: All substitute parts use the 0805 (2012 Metric) package with identical length (0.079") and width (0.049"). Height variation ranges from 0.50mm to 0.70mm maximum seated height. This variation is within standard PCB assembly tolerances and does not affect footprint compatibility. Verify height clearance only if your design has space constraints above the component.

Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?

A: RC0805FR-0722K1L (YAGEO) has the highest inventory with 321,859 units in stock, followed by CR0805-FX-2212ELF (Bourns Inc.) with 126,572 units. Both are Direct Substitutes with moisture-resistant construction and compact height profiles.

Q: Can I substitute RC2012F2212CS with an automotive-rated part in non-automotive applications?

A: Yes. Automotive AEC-Q200 rated parts (ERJ-6ENF2212V, KTR10EZPF2212, RMCF0805FT22K1, AC0805FR-0722K1L) meet or exceed the electrical and environmental specifications of RC2012F2212CS and are fully compatible in non-automotive circuits. These parts provide additional reliability margin through automotive qualification testing.

Q: What does Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited) mean?

A: MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicates the component has no moisture sensitivity restrictions. These parts do not require special dry-pack storage or baking procedures before soldering and can be stored under standard warehouse conditions indefinitely.

Q: Are all parts available in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging format, matching the RC2012F2212CS packaging specification for automated PCB assembly compatibility.

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