RMCF2010FT73R2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RMCF2010FT73R2 is a 73.2 Ohm ±1% 0.75W chip resistor in 2010 (5025 Metric) package manufactured by Stackpole Electronics Inc. This thick film resistor is qualified to automotive AEC-Q200 standards and operates across -55°C to 155°C. The part is active in production with 1765 units currently in stock. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified when component availability is constrained, supply chain disruptions occur, or design flexibility permits cross-manufacturer sourcing while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

RMCF2010FT73R2

Stackpole Electronics IncIn Stock: 1792RMCF2010FT73R2 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

CRCW201073R2FKEF

Vishay DaleIn Stock: 5274CRCW201073R2FKEF Datasheet

DirectRFQ

RC2010FK-0773R2L

YAGEOIn Stock: 11209RC2010FK-0773R2L Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the RMCF2010FT73R2 are qualified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter matching:

Substitution Criteria:

• Resistance value: 73.2 Ohms (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±1% (exact match required)
• Power rating: 0.75W minimum
• Package: 2010 (5025 Metric) form factor
• Composition: Thick film construction
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C
• Operating temperature range: -55°C to 155°C minimum
• Termination count: 2 leads
• RoHS3 compliance
• MSL rating: 1 or better

All identified substitutes meet these parameters. Differences in manufacturer-specific features (such as moisture resistance designation) do not affect functional interchangeability within the specified electrical and thermal envelope.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts maintain active production status and full RoHS3 compliance. Selection among RMCF2010FT73R2, CRCW201073R2FKEF, and RC2010FK-0773R2L is determined by availability and supply chain requirements.

RMCF2010FT73R2 (Stackpole Electronics Inc): Primary specification. Automotive AEC-Q200 qualified. Current inventory: 1765 units.

CRCW201073R2FKEF (Vishay Dale): Direct electrical and mechanical equivalent. Automotive AEC-Q200 qualified. Current inventory: 5200 units. Highest available stock.

RC2010FK-0773R2L (YAGEO): Direct electrical and mechanical equivalent. Moisture resistant designation. Current inventory: 11161 units. Largest available stock.

All parts are suitable for direct substitution in applications requiring 73.2 Ohm ±1% 0.75W thick film resistors in 2010 package format across the -55°C to 155°C operating range.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CRCW201073R2FKEF replace RMCF2010FT73R2 in automotive applications? A: Yes. Both parts are AEC-Q200 qualified with identical electrical specifications (73.2 Ohms ±1%, 0.75W, ±100ppm/°C) and 2010 package dimensions. Direct substitution is permissible.

Q: What is the difference between the RMCF2010FT73R2 and RC2010FK-0773R2L? A: Electrical performance is identical. The RC2010FK-0773R2L features moisture resistant construction and has a maximum seated height of 0.026" (0.65mm) versus 0.028" (0.70mm) for the RMCF2010FT73R2. Both operate across -55°C to 155°C with ±100ppm/°C temperature coefficient.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS3 compliant? A: Yes. RMCF2010FT73R2, CRCW201073R2FKEF, and RC2010FK-0773R2L are all ROHS3 compliant with MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited).

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably on the same PCB? A: Yes. All three parts share identical 2010 (5025 Metric) package footprints and lead spacing. PCB layout modifications are not required for substitution.

Q: Which substitute has the best current availability? A: RC2010FK-0773R2L (YAGEO) has the highest inventory at 11161 units, followed by CRCW201073R2FKEF (Vishay Dale) at 5200 units.

Q: Do these parts require different soldering profiles? A: No. All parts use identical 2010 package construction and termination methods. Standard SMD reflow soldering processes apply to all three parts.