ZR0204CRL Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ZR0204CRL is a 0 Ohms jumper resistor manufactured by TE Connectivity Passive Product, designed as a through-hole axial component with 0.125W (1/8W) power rating. This metal foil composition resistor operates across a temperature range of -55°C to 125°C and is classified as obsolete. Due to its obsolete product status, identification of equivalent and substitute components is necessary to maintain design continuity and ensure procurement availability for new production runs and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

ZR0204CRL

TE Connectivity Passive ProductIn Stock: 1088ZR0204CRL Datasheet

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CD18ZT0R00

Stackpole Electronics IncIn Stock: 3257CD18ZT0R00 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ZR0204CRL is determined by the following critical parameters:

Electrical Parameters:

• Resistance value: 0 Ohms (jumper function)
• Power rating: 0.125W (1/8W) minimum
• Operating temperature range: Must support -55°C to 125°C minimum

Mechanical Parameters:

• Package configuration: Axial through-hole
• Number of terminations: 2
• Physical form factor: Compatible with axial lead spacing

Compliance Parameters:

• RoHS compliance status
• ECCN and HTSUS classifications

The substitute part CD18ZT0R00 from Stackpole Electronics Inc meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. While the substitute employs carbon film composition instead of metal foil, both compositions satisfy the 0 Ohms jumper function at the specified power rating. The substitute operates across an extended temperature range (-55°C to 155°C), providing broader thermal coverage than the original part.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The CD18ZT0R00 serves as a direct functional substitute for the obsolete ZR0204CRL. Both components satisfy identical electrical specifications: 0 Ohms resistance, 0.125W power rating, and axial through-hole configuration with two terminations.

Product Status Consideration: The ZR0204CRL is classified as obsolete, while CD18ZT0R00 maintains active product status with confirmed inventory availability (3211 pieces in stock). This status differential makes CD18ZT0R00 the appropriate selection for ongoing procurement requirements.

Compliance Alignment: Both parts carry equivalent export classifications (ECCN: EAR99) and maintain RoHS compliance. The substitute achieves ROHS3 compliance, representing current regulatory alignment. Both components are not subject to moisture sensitivity requirements.

Thermal Performance: The substitute component extends the upper operating temperature limit from 125°C to 155°C, providing enhanced thermal margin for applications operating near the original specification boundary.

Physical Compatibility: Dimensional differences are minimal. The substitute exhibits slightly reduced diameter (0.071" versus 0.073") and length (0.126" versus 0.138"), maintaining compatibility with standard axial component PCB footprints and through-hole spacing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CD18ZT0R00 replace ZR0204CRL in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components are 0 Ohms jumper resistors with identical 0.125W power ratings in axial through-hole configuration. Electrical function and mechanical compatibility are equivalent. The substitute's slightly smaller physical dimensions do not affect PCB layout compatibility.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The ZR0204CRL is obsolete. The CD18ZT0R00 is an active product with confirmed inventory availability, ensuring procurement continuity for production and field service applications.

Q: Does composition difference (metal foil versus carbon film) affect performance?

A: For 0 Ohms jumper applications, composition differences do not affect functional performance. Both metal foil and carbon film compositions satisfy the jumper resistor function at the specified power rating and resistance value.

Q: Are there temperature range implications?

A: The substitute operates across -55°C to 155°C, compared to the original -55°C to 125°C. This extended upper temperature limit provides additional thermal margin and does not restrict application scope.

Q: What are the physical dimension differences?

A: The substitute is marginally smaller: 0.071" diameter and 0.126" length versus 0.073" diameter and 0.138" length. These differences are within standard PCB footprint tolerances for axial components and do not require design modification.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The original part is RoHS Compliant, and the substitute is ROHS3 Compliant, representing current regulatory standards. Both meet environmental compliance requirements.

Q: What packaging format is available for the substitute?

A: The CD18ZT0R00 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) packaging, suitable for automated assembly processes and component handling.