The RC0402FR-07100RL is a surface-mount thick film chip resistor manufactured by Yageo. It is a part of the RC series, which are general-purpose resistors designed for a wide range of electronic applications. The '0402' indicates the size code, meaning it is a very small resistor suitable for high-density circuit boards. The 'FR' indicates a flame retardant resistor.

Applications

• General-purpose current limiting
• Voltage division
• Pull-up and pull-down resistors
• Filtering circuits
• Consumer electronics
• Industrial electronics

Features

• Small Size: 0402 package size (1.0mm x 0.5mm) for high-density PCB layouts.
• Thick Film Construction: Provides good stability and reliability.
• Flame Retardant: 'FR' indicates flame retardant properties.
• Tolerance: 1% tolerance, indicated by the 'FR' in the part number.
• Resistance Value: 100 Ohms, indicated by '100R'.
• Power Rating: 0.063W (1/16W).

Benefits

• Space Saving: Its small size allows for dense circuit designs.
• High Reliability: Thick film construction ensures stable performance over time.
• Precision Resistance: 1% tolerance ensures accurate circuit operation.
• Wide Availability: Commonly used resistor value.
• Cost-Effective: Provides a low-cost solution for general-purpose resistance requirements.

The RC0402FR-07100RL resistor has a temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) typically around ±100 ppm/°C. It is designed to operate over a wide temperature range, typically from -55°C to +155°C. It is commonly used in various electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and other consumer electronics. The resistor is mounted using standard surface-mount soldering techniques.