RN60D5901FRE6 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RN60D5901FRE6 is a 5.9 kOhms ±1% metal film through-hole resistor rated at 0.25W (1/4W) in axial package configuration. This component is manufactured by Vishay Dale and complies with military specification MIL-R-10509/1. The resistor features flame retardant coating, moisture resistance, and safety-rated construction suitable for military and high-reliability applications. The part is currently in active production status with 767 units available in tape and reel packaging.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical performance and mechanical compatibility can be maintained across the same resistance value, tolerance, power rating, and package type while accommodating different packaging formats or inventory availability.

Substiute Parts

RN60D5901FRE6

Vishay DaleIn Stock: 859RN60D5901FRE6 Datasheet

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RN60D5901FB14

Vishay DaleIn Stock: 1138RN60D5901FB14 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the RN60D5901FRE6 is determined by strict equivalence across the following parameters:

• Resistance value: 5.9 kOhms (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±1% (exact match required)
• Power rating: 0.25W / 1/4W (exact match required)
• Composition: Metal Film (exact match required)
• Package configuration: Axial (exact match required)
• Temperature coefficient: ±100ppm/°C (exact match required)
• Operating temperature range: -65°C to 175°C (exact match required)
• Military series compliance: MIL-R-10509/1, RN60 (exact match required)

The RN60D5901FB14 qualifies as a direct substitute based on identical electrical specifications and mechanical dimensions. The only difference is packaging format: the main part is supplied in tape and reel (TR) format, while the substitute is supplied in bulk format. Both parts share the same base product number (RN60) and identical component characteristics.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the RN60D5901FRE6 and RN60D5901FB14 are active production components manufactured by Vishay Dale under identical military specifications. Selection between these parts should be based on packaging requirements and inventory availability:

The RN60D5901FRE6 in tape and reel format is suitable for automated assembly processes and high-volume production environments where component feeding and placement automation is utilized.

The RN60D5901FB14 in bulk format is suitable for manual assembly, repair operations, or applications where tape and reel packaging is not required. This variant offers higher current inventory availability at 1076 units.

Both parts maintain identical electrical performance, mechanical compatibility, and compliance status. Neither part is RoHS compliant; both are REACH affected and classified under ECCN EAR99.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can RN60D5901FB14 be used as a direct replacement for RN60D5901FRE6 in production assembly?

A: Yes, provided the assembly process can accommodate bulk packaging format. The electrical and mechanical specifications are identical. Automated tape and reel feeders cannot process bulk packaged components; manual feeding or reeling equipment would be required.

Q: Are there any electrical performance differences between these two parts?

A: No. Both parts have identical resistance value (5.9 kOhms), tolerance (±1%), power rating (0.25W), temperature coefficient (±100ppm/°C), and operating temperature range (-65°C to 175°C).

Q: Do both parts meet the same military specifications?

A: Yes. Both parts comply with MIL-R-10509/1 and are part of the RN60 military series with identical feature sets including flame retardant coating, moisture resistance, and safety rating.

Q: What is the physical difference between these parts?

A: There is no physical difference. Both parts have identical dimensions of 0.145" diameter by 0.344" length (3.68mm x 8.74mm). The only difference is the packaging format: tape and reel versus bulk.

Q: Are there compliance or certification differences?

A: No. Both parts share identical RoHS status (non-compliant), REACH status (affected), ECCN classification (EAR99), and HTSUS code (8533.21.0090).