RT1206CRE0793R1L Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RT1206CRE0793R1L is a 93.1 Ohm thin film chip resistor manufactured by YAGEO in the 1206 (3216 Metric) package format. This component is rated for 0.25W power dissipation with ±0.25% tolerance and operates across the -55°C to 155°C temperature range. The part maintains Active product status with ROHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1). Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility can be maintained while potentially offering enhanced performance characteristics or improved availability.

Substiute Parts

RT1206CRE0793R1L

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ERA-8AEB93R1V

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ERA-8AEB93R1V qualifies as a direct substitute based on the following alignment of critical parameters:

Electrical equivalence is established through matching resistance value (93.1 Ohms) and power rating (0.25W). The substitute maintains thin film composition and identical operating temperature range (-55°C to 155°C).

Mechanical compatibility is confirmed through identical package designation (1206 / 3216 Metric) and two-terminal configuration. Physical dimensions remain within acceptable tolerance for PCB footprint compatibility.

Compliance requirements are satisfied through ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating on both parts, ensuring equivalent environmental and regulatory standing.

The substitute part features improved tolerance specification (±0.1% versus ±0.25%) and lower temperature coefficient (±25ppm/°C versus ±50ppm/°C), representing enhanced performance characteristics within the same package and power class.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the RT1206CRE0793R1L and ERA-8AEB93R1V maintain Active product status with full ROHS3 compliance and identical moisture sensitivity ratings, confirming long-term availability and regulatory alignment.

The ERA-8AEB93R1V incorporates AEC-Q200 automotive qualification, which provides additional reliability assurance through automotive-grade testing protocols. This certification does not restrict use in non-automotive applications and represents a superset of standard industrial reliability requirements.

Selection between these parts should be based on application-specific requirements for tolerance and temperature stability. The ERA-8AEB93R1V's tighter tolerance (±0.1%) and lower temperature coefficient (±25ppm/°C) provide enhanced performance for precision analog circuits and temperature-sensitive applications. The RT1206CRE0793R1L remains suitable for general-purpose applications where the ±0.25% tolerance specification is adequate.

Physical dimensions show minor variation (RT1206CRE0793R1L: 3.10mm × 1.60mm; ERA-8AEB93R1V: 3.20mm × 1.60mm) and height differences (0.65mm versus 0.70mm maximum), which remain within standard 1206 package tolerances and do not affect PCB footprint compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ERA-8AEB93R1V replace RT1206CRE0793R1L in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical resistance value, power rating, package designation, and operating temperature range. The substitute meets or exceeds all electrical and mechanical requirements of the original part.

Q: What is the significance of the ±0.1% tolerance on the substitute part?

A: The ERA-8AEB93R1V tolerance of ±0.1% is tighter than the original part's ±0.25%, meaning the actual resistance value will remain closer to the nominal 93.1 Ohm specification. This provides improved accuracy for precision applications but does not prevent use in applications designed for ±0.25% tolerance.

Q: Does AEC-Q200 certification affect compatibility?

A: No. AEC-Q200 is an automotive reliability qualification that represents additional testing and validation. Parts with this certification are fully compatible with non-automotive applications and do not impose restrictions on use.

Q: Are the physical dimension differences significant?

A: No. Both parts conform to the 1206 (3216 Metric) package standard. The minor dimensional variations (0.10mm length difference, 0.05mm height difference) fall within standard package tolerances and do not affect PCB footprint compatibility or assembly processes.

Q: What is the temperature coefficient and why does it matter?

A: Temperature coefficient measures resistance change per degree Celsius. The ERA-8AEB93R1V at ±25ppm/°C exhibits half the drift of the RT1206CRE0793R1L at ±50ppm/°C. For circuits operating across wide temperature ranges or requiring stable gain/impedance characteristics, the lower coefficient provides improved performance stability.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the RT1206CRE0793R1L and ERA-8AEB93R1V are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, confirming equivalent environmental and regulatory standing.