RC0402JR-075K6L
Compact 5.6K Ohm thick film resistors for surface-mount applications
Manufacturer： yageo
series introduction
# Introduction to the RC0402JR - 075K6L Product Series
## 1. Overview
The RC0402JR - 075K6L belongs to a specific series of electronic components, more precisely, it is a type of resistor. Resistors are fundamental passive components in electronic circuits, and this particular series offers unique features and performance characteristics that make it suitable for a wide range of applications.
## 2. Physical Specifications
### Package Size
The "0402" in the product code indicates the package size of the resistor. In the imperial system, it represents a length of 0.040 inches (1.0 mm) and a width of 0.020 inches (0.5 mm). This small form - factor is highly beneficial for modern electronic devices where space is at a premium, such as in mobile phones, wearables, and other compact electronic gadgets.
### Color and Appearance
Typically, the resistor has a standard appearance for surface - mount resistors. It has a rectangular shape with a ceramic body. The color of the body is usually a light - colored ceramic, and the terminals are made of a conductive material, often a metal alloy, which provides good electrical contact when soldered onto a printed circuit board (PCB).
## 3. Electrical Specifications
### Resistance Value
The "5K6" in the product code indicates the resistance value of the resistor. In ohms, it means the resistor has a resistance of 5.6 kΩ (5600 ohms). This specific resistance value is commonly used in various electronic circuits for tasks such as voltage division, current limiting, and signal attenuation.
### Tolerance
The "JR" in the code implies a tolerance level. In this case, it usually represents a tolerance of ± 5%. This means that the actual resistance value of the resistor can vary within 5% of the stated 5.6 kΩ value. For example, the actual resistance could range from 5.32 kΩ (5.6 kΩ - 5% of 5.6 kΩ) to 5.88 kΩ (5.6 kΩ+ 5% of 5.6 kΩ). A relatively tight tolerance like this is important in circuits where precise resistance values are required for proper operation.
### Power Rating
The power rating of the RC0402JR - 075K6L is typically designed to handle a certain amount of power dissipation. For a 0402 - sized resistor, the power rating is often around 1/16 watt (62.5 mW). This power rating determines the maximum amount of power the resistor can safely dissipate without overheating and potentially failing. It is crucial to ensure that the power dissipated in the resistor during circuit operation is within this rated value.
## 4. Performance Characteristics
### Temperature Coefficient
The resistor has a specific temperature coefficient, which describes how the resistance value changes with temperature. A low - temperature coefficient is desirable as it means the resistance remains relatively stable over a wide range of operating temperatures. This is important in applications where the electronic device may be exposed to different environmental conditions, such as in automotive electronics or industrial control systems.
### Frequency Response
The RC0402JR - 075K6L has a certain frequency response characteristic. In general, it can operate effectively over a wide frequency range, but at very high frequencies, parasitic effects such as capacitance and inductance may start to affect its performance. However, for most common electronic circuits operating at audio and lower radio frequencies, these effects are negligible.
## 5. Applications
### Consumer Electronics
In mobile phones, tablets, and laptops, these resistors are used in power management circuits for voltage regulation and current limiting.
Images for reference
CRSM RL0402
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