RC1206JR-07100KL
Thick film SMD resistors, 100K ohm, 5% tolerance, 0.25W power rating
Manufacturer： yageo
series introduction
# Introduction to the RC1206JR - 07100KL Product Series
## 1. Overview
The RC1206JR - 07100KL product series belongs to the realm of electronic components, specifically resistors. These resistors play a crucial role in a wide range of electronic circuits, where they are used to control current flow, divide voltages, and perform other essential electrical functions. The series is designed to meet the high - quality and reliable performance requirements of modern electronic applications.
## 2. Product Naming Convention
- **RC**: This is often an identifier for the resistor product line of the manufacturer. It helps in quickly categorizing the component as a resistor within the company's product portfolio.
- **1206**: This refers to the physical size of the resistor, known as the surface - mount device (SMD) package size. In the 1206 package, the dimensions are approximately 3.2mm x 1.6mm. This size is widely used in the electronics industry due to its balance between ease of handling during assembly and the ability to dissipate heat.
- **JR**: It may represent a specific series or type of resistor within the manufacturer's offerings. This could indicate certain electrical characteristics, such as tolerance or temperature coefficient, that are unique to this particular group of resistors.
- **07**: This is likely a code related to the power rating of the resistor. Different numbers are assigned to represent different power - handling capabilities, which is an important factor when considering the resistor's use in a circuit.
- **100K**: This indicates the resistance value of the resistor. The "100K" means 100,000 ohms. Resistance is a fundamental property of a resistor that determines how much it opposes the flow of electric current in a circuit.
- **L**: It could be an additional code for specific features, such as a particular lead finish, a special manufacturing process, or a specific application suitability.
## 3. Electrical Characteristics
### Resistance Value
The nominal resistance value of the RC1206JR - 07100KL is 100,000 ohms (100KΩ). However, in practice, the actual resistance may deviate slightly from this nominal value due to manufacturing tolerances. The tolerance of this resistor series is typically specified by the manufacturer. For example, a common tolerance for this type of resistor could be ±1%, which means that the actual resistance value of a resistor in this series will be within the range of 99,000Ω to 101,000Ω.
### Power Rating
The power rating of the resistor is an important parameter that indicates the maximum amount of power the resistor can safely dissipate without being damaged. The "07" in the product code is related to the power rating. For this series, it might have a power rating of, say, 0.25W. This means that when the resistor is in use, the power dissipated across it (calculated using the formula \(P = I^{2}R\) or \(P=\frac{V^{2}}{R}\), where \(P\) is power, \(I\) is current, \(V\) is voltage, and \(R\) is resistance) should not exceed 0.25W.
### Temperature Coefficient
The temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) is a measure of how much the resistance of the resistor changes with temperature. A low TCR is desirable in many applications to ensure stable performance over a wide temperature range. The RC1206JR - 07100KL series may have a specified TCR, such as ±100ppm/°C. This means
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1206 Chip Resistor, SMT
Thick Film Resistor Side
Thick Film Resistor Top