CRCW08052K00FKEA

Thick film SMD resistors, 2K ohms, 1% tolerance, 0805 size

Manufacturer: ['dale', 'vishay', 'vishay-draloric']

series introduction

# Introduction to the CRCW08052K00FKEA Product Series

## 1. Overview
The CRCW08052K00FKEA belongs to a specific series of surface - mount resistors. These resistors are an essential component in modern electronic circuits, playing a crucial role in controlling current flow, voltage division, and signal conditioning. The "CRCW" is the product family code, "0805" indicates the package size, "2K00" represents the resistance value, and "FKEA" might be a specific code related to additional features, manufacturing batch, or other product - specific details.

## 2. Package Size (0805)
### Physical Dimensions
The 0805 package is a widely used standard in the electronics industry. It has a length of approximately 2.03 mm (0.08 inches) and a width of about 1.27 mm (0.05 inches). This relatively small size makes it suitable for use in compact electronic devices where space is at a premium, such as mobile phones, tablets, and wearable devices.
### Mounting
The surface - mount design of the 0805 package allows for automated assembly processes. It can be easily placed on a printed circuit board (PCB) using pick - and - place machines, which significantly increases the manufacturing efficiency. The package has two metal terminals on the bottom, which are soldered directly to the PCB pads, providing a reliable electrical connection.

## 3. Resistance Value (2K00)
### Nominal Resistance
The "2K00" indicates a nominal resistance value of 2000 ohms or 2 kΩ. This value is carefully calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet specific electrical requirements. Resistors with this resistance value are commonly used in a variety of circuits, such as voltage - dividing circuits, where they can be used to create a specific voltage level from a higher input voltage.
### Tolerance
The resistor in the CRCW08052K00FKEA series typically has a tight tolerance. The "F" in the part number often represents a tolerance of ±1%. This means that the actual resistance value of the resistor will be within 1% of the nominal 2 kΩ value. For example, the actual resistance will be in the range of 1980 ohms to 2020 ohms. A low - tolerance resistor is crucial in applications where precise electrical characteristics are required, such as in precision measurement circuits or audio amplifiers.

## 4. Electrical Characteristics
### Power Rating
The power rating of the CRCW08052K00FKEA resistors is an important parameter. For the 0805 package, the typical power rating is around 0.125 watts. This means that the resistor can safely dissipate up to 0.125 watts of power without overheating. When designing a circuit, it is essential to ensure that the power dissipated by the resistor does not exceed this rating to avoid damage to the component.
### Temperature Coefficient
The temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) is another key electrical characteristic. It indicates how the resistance value of the resistor changes with temperature. Resistors in this series usually have a relatively low TCR, which means that their resistance value remains relatively stable over a wide temperature range. This is important in applications where the operating temperature may vary, such as in automotive electronics or industrial control systems.

## 5. Applications
### Consumer Electronics
In mobile phones and tablets, the CRCW08052K00FKEA resistors can be used in power management circuits, signal conditioning circuits, and audio circuits. For example, they can be used to divide the battery

Images for reference

CRCW-0805

CRCW-0805

SMD Thick Film Side

SMD Thick Film Side

SMD Thick Film Top

SMD Thick Film Top

Datasheets

Partlist

CRCW08052K00FKEA
CRCW08052K00FKEAC
CRCW08052K00FKEAHP