RC5025J273CS Equivalent & Substitute Parts Reference

Part Overview

The RC5025J273CS is a 27 kOhm ±5% thick film chip resistor manufactured by Samsung Electro-Mechanics, rated at 0.667W (2/3W) power dissipation in a 2010 (5025 Metric) package. This component is classified as Active product status with ROHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1). Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to support procurement flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility within specified parameter tolerances.

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RC5025J273CS

Samsung Electro-MechanicsIn Stock: 1034RC5025J273CS Datasheet

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RC2010FK-0727KL

YAGEOIn Stock: 6820RC2010FK-0727KL Datasheet

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RC2010JK-0727KL

YAGEOIn Stock: 6180RC2010JK-0727KL Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the RC5025J273CS are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter matching within the 2010 (5025 Metric) package form factor. The substitution logic is structured as follows:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Identical resistance value: 27 kOhms
• Identical package type: 2010 (5025 Metric)
• Identical composition: Thick Film
• Identical temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C
• Identical operating temperature range: -55°C ~ 155°C
• Identical moisture resistance feature
• Identical RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating

Allowable Parameter Variations:

• Tolerance: ±5% (main part) to ±1% (substitute) — tighter tolerance is acceptable
• Power Rating: 0.667W (main part) to 0.75W (substitute) — higher power rating is acceptable
• Manufacturer: Samsung Electro-Mechanics to YAGEO
• Packaging Format: Bulk to Tape & Reel (TR)

All substitute parts maintain full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the original RC5025J273CS specification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

RC2010FK-0727KL (YAGEO) — Primary Substitute

This part is suitable for applications requiring tighter tolerance specifications. The ±1% tolerance provides improved accuracy compared to the ±5% tolerance of the main part. The increased power rating of 0.75W (3/4W) offers additional thermal margin. Both parts maintain identical operating temperature range, moisture resistance, and regulatory compliance (ROHS3, REACH Unaffected). Physical dimensions and package type are fully compatible. This substitute is recommended for designs where tolerance tightening is beneficial or where thermal headroom is required.

RC2010JK-0727KL (YAGEO) — Secondary Substitute

This part maintains the ±5% tolerance specification identical to the main part, ensuring direct functional equivalence in tolerance-critical applications. The increased power rating of 0.75W (3/4W) provides thermal design margin. All electrical parameters, operating temperature range, moisture resistance, and regulatory compliance specifications are identical to the main part. Physical dimensions and package type are fully compatible. This substitute is recommended for direct replacement where tolerance matching is required and thermal margin enhancement is desired.

Both substitute parts are Active product status with full inventory availability and meet all regulatory and environmental requirements specified for the RC5025J273CS.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can RC2010FK-0727KL and RC2010JK-0727KL be used interchangeably with RC5025J273CS?

A: Both YAGEO parts are electrically and mechanically compatible with the Samsung Electro-Mechanics RC5025J273CS. All three parts share identical resistance value (27 kOhms), package type (2010/5025 Metric), composition (Thick Film), temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C), operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 155°C), moisture resistance, and regulatory compliance (ROHS3, MSL 1). The primary differences are tolerance specification and power rating, both of which allow substitution without functional degradation.

Q: What is the difference between the two YAGEO substitutes?

A: RC2010FK-0727KL features ±1% tolerance, while RC2010JK-0727KL features ±5% tolerance. Both have identical 0.75W power rating. Select RC2010FK-0727KL for applications requiring tighter tolerance accuracy. Select RC2010JK-0727KL for applications matching the original ±5% tolerance specification.

Q: Are the physical dimensions identical across all three parts?

A: Yes. All three parts use the 2010 (5025 Metric) package with dimensions of 0.197" L x 0.098" W (5.00mm x 2.50mm). Maximum seated height is 0.026" (0.66mm for Samsung, 0.65mm for YAGEO), which is within acceptable PCB assembly tolerances.

Q: Does the higher power rating of the substitute parts affect circuit performance?

A: No. The substitute parts are rated at 0.75W (3/4W) compared to the main part's 0.667W (2/3W). Higher power rating indicates greater thermal dissipation capacity and does not alter electrical performance. This provides additional thermal margin in the circuit design.

Q: Are packaging format differences significant?

A: The main part is supplied in bulk packaging, while both substitute parts are supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format. This affects procurement and assembly processes but does not impact electrical or mechanical compatibility. Tape & Reel format is standard for automated assembly operations.

Q: Do all parts meet the same regulatory and environmental standards?

A: Yes. All three parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH Unaffected, and rated MSL 1 (Unlimited moisture sensitivity level). All parts feature moisture-resistant thick film construction and operate across the identical temperature range of -55°C ~ 155°C.