RCS2012F8873CS Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RCS2012F8873CS is an 887 kOhms ±1% 0.125W thick film chip resistor in 0805 (2012 Metric) package manufactured by Samsung Electro-Mechanics. This component is classified as Active product status with anti-sulfur and moisture-resistant properties. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications, mechanical dimensions, and compliance certifications align with the original component, enabling direct replacement in circuit applications without design modification.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Resistance Value	887 kOhms
Tolerance	±1%
Power Rating	0.125W (1/8W)
Package / Case	0805 (2012 Metric)
Composition	Thick Film
Temperature Coefficient	±100ppm/°C
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 155°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the RCS2012F8873CS is determined by strict equivalence across the following parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Resistance value: 887 kOhms
Tolerance: ±1%
Power rating: 0.125W (1/8W)
Package: 0805 (2012 Metric)
Composition: Thick Film
Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C
Operating temperature range: -55°C ~ 155°C
RoHS3 compliance
MSL rating: 1 (Unlimited)

All identified substitute parts meet these electrical and mechanical criteria. Variations in physical height (seated maximum) and specific feature sets (anti-sulfur vs. automotive AEC-Q200 certification) do not affect functional substitution within the specified parameter envelope.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	RCS2012F8873CS (Samsung)	CRCW0805887KFKEA (Vishay Dale)	ERJ-6ENF8873V (Panasonic)	RC0805FR-07887KL (YAGEO)
Resistance	887 kOhms	887 kOhms	887 kOhms	887 kOhms
Tolerance	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1%
Power Rating	0.125W	0.125W	0.125W	0.125W
Package	0805 (2012 Metric)	0805 (2012 Metric)	0805 (2012 Metric)	0805 (2012 Metric)
Composition	Thick Film	Thick Film	Thick Film	Thick Film
Temperature Coefficient	±100ppm/°C	±100ppm/°C	±100ppm/°C	±100ppm/°C
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 155°C	-55°C ~ 155°C	-55°C ~ 155°C	-55°C ~ 155°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Height - Seated (Max)	0.026" (0.66mm)	0.020" (0.50mm)	0.028" (0.70mm)	0.024" (0.60mm)
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four components listed—RCS2012F8873CS, CRCW0805887KFKEA, ERJ-6ENF8873V, and RC0805FR-07887KL—are Active status products with full ROHS3 compliance and identical electrical specifications. Selection between these parts is based on:

Availability and Supply Chain: YAGEO RC0805FR-07887KL (33,455 pcs), Panasonic ERJ-6ENF8873V (70,334 pcs), and Vishay Dale CRCW0805887KFKEA (28,918 pcs) offer higher inventory levels compared to the Samsung RCS2012F8873CS (1,099 pcs).

Automotive Applications: CRCW0805887KFKEA and ERJ-6ENF8873V carry AEC-Q200 automotive qualification, suitable for automotive-grade circuit requirements.

Environmental Features: RCS2012F8873CS and RC0805FR-07887KL specify moisture-resistant properties; CRCW0805887KFKEA and ERJ-6ENF8873V specify automotive AEC-Q200 qualification.

Physical Constraints: Height variations (0.50mm to 0.70mm seated maximum) are within standard PCB assembly tolerances for 0805 packages and do not restrict substitution in standard applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CRCW0805887KFKEA replace RCS2012F8873CS in any circuit?

A: Yes. Both components share identical electrical specifications (887 kOhms ±1%, 0.125W, ±100ppm/°C, -55°C to 155°C), package dimensions (0805), and compliance ratings (ROHS3, MSL 1). Physical height difference (0.50mm vs. 0.66mm) is within standard PCB assembly tolerances.

Q: What is the difference between the anti-sulfur feature on RCS2012F8873CS and the AEC-Q200 rating on CRCW0805887KFKEA?

A: Anti-sulfur is a material property protecting against sulfur corrosion in specific environments. AEC-Q200 is an automotive qualification standard covering reliability and performance in automotive applications. These are distinct feature sets; selection depends on application requirements, not interchangeability.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in Tape & Reel packaging?

A: Yes. RCS2012F8873CS, CRCW0805887KFKEA, ERJ-6ENF8873V, and RC0805FR-07887KL are all supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging for automated assembly.

Q: Do the height differences affect PCB layout?

A: No. All components are 0805 (2012 Metric) package with seated heights between 0.50mm and 0.70mm, which are within standard PCB assembly specifications and do not require layout modification.

Q: Which substitute offers the best inventory availability?

A: Panasonic ERJ-6ENF8873V has the highest inventory (70,334 pcs), followed by YAGEO RC0805FR-07887KL (33,455 pcs) and Vishay Dale CRCW0805887KFKEA (28,918 pcs).

Q: Are all parts REACH compliant?

A: Yes. All four components are listed as REACH Unaffected, indicating compliance with REACH regulations.

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