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High Frequency Flat Chip Resistors
MCT 0603 HF
Vishay Beyschlag
MCT 0603 HF specialty thin film flat chip resistors for RF
applications is the perfect choice in high frequency circuit
designs where the impedance change due to the parasitic
inductance of regular and professional resistors can not
be accepted. Typical applications are in the fields of
telecommunication equipment and industrial electronics.
FEATURES
•Specialty product for RF applications
•Low-inductance trimmed product
•Suitable for more than 10 GHz
•Resistance range: 6.8 Ωto 470 Ω
•Green product, supports lead-free soldering
APPLICATIONS
•Telecommunication equipment
•Industrial electronics
Notes
(1) The power dissipation on the resistor generates a temperature rise against the local ambient, depending on the heat flow support of the
printed-circuit board (thermal resistance). The rated dissipation applies only if the permitted film temperature is not exceeded.
• These resistors do not feature a limited lifetime when operated within the permissible limits. However, resistance value drift increasing
overoperating time may result in exceeding a limit acceptable to the specific application, thereby establishing a functional lifetime.
METRIC SIZE
INCH: 0603
METRIC: RR 1608M
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION MCT 0603 HF
Metric size RR 1608M
Resistance range 6.8 Ω to 470 Ω; 50 Ω
Resistance tolerance ± 2 %
Temperature coefficient ± 50 ppm/K
Operation mode Standard Power
Climatic category (LCT/UCT/days) 55/125/56 55/155/56
Rated dissipation, P70 (1) 0.1 W 0.125 W
Operating voltage, Umax. AC/DC Limited by P70
Film temperature 125 °C 155 °C
Max. resistance change at P70
for resistance range, ΔR/R max., after:
6.8 Ωto 470 Ω
1000 h ≤0.5 % ≤1.0 %
8000 h ≤1.0 % ≤2.0 %
225 000 h ≤3.0 % −
Insulation voltage:
1 min; Uins 100 V
continuous 75 V
Failure rate: FITobserved ≤ 0.1 x 10-9/h
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Notes
(1) Products can be ordered using either the PRODUCT DESCRIPTION or the PART NUMBER
(2) Please refer to table PACKAGING, next page
DIMENSIONS
PART NUMBER AND PRODUCT DESCRIPTION (1)
PART NUMBER: MCT0603AC5009GP500
MODEL/SIZE SPECIAL CHARACTER TCR VALUE TOLERANCE PA CK A G I NG (2) SPECIAL
MCT0603 A = High frequency C = ± 50 ppm/K 3 digit value
1 digit
multiplier
MULTIPLIER
8 = *10-2
9 = *10-1
0 = *100
G = ± 2.0 % P1
P5
PW
Up to 2 digits
00 = Standard
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: MCT 0603-50 2 % HF P5 50R
MCT 0603 -50 2 % HF P5 50R
MODEL SIZE TCR TOLERANCE SUFFIX PAC KAGI NG (2) RESISTANCE
VALUE
MCT 0603 ± 50 ppm/K ± 2 % HF = High
frequency
P1
P5
PW
See Temperature
Coefficient and
Resistance Range
table
DIMENSIONS - CHIP resistor types, mass and relevant physical dimensions
TYPE H
(mm)
L
(mm)
W
(mm)
WT
(mm)
T1
(mm)
T2
(mm)
MASS
(mg)
MCT 0603 HF 0.45 + 0.1/- 0.05 1.55 ± 0.05 0.85 ± 0.1 > 75 % of W 0.3 + 0.15/- 0.2 0.3 + 0.15/- 0.2 1.9
M C T 0 6 0 3 A C 5 0 0 9 G P 5 0 0
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Note
(1) Resistance values to be selected from E24 series
DESCRIPTION
Production is strictly controlled and follows an extensive set
of instructions established for reproducibility. A
homogeneous film of metal alloy is deposited on a high grade
(Al2O3) ceramic body and conditioned to achieve the desired
temperature coefficient. Specially designed pre-contacts are
deposited on both sides using the same thin film technology.
A special laser is used to achieve the target value by
smoothly cutting a groove - with a resulting low inductivity -
in the resistive layer without damaging the ceramics. The
resistor elements are covered by a protective coating
designed for electrical, mechanical and climatic protection.
The terminations receive a final pure tin on nickel plating.
The result of the determined production is verified by an
extensive testing procedure performed on 100 % of the
individual chip resistors. Only accepted products are laid
directly into the paper tape in accordance with IEC 60286-3.
ASSEMBLY
The resistors are suitable for processing on automatic SMD
assembly systems. They are suitable for automatic soldering
using wave, reflow or vapour phase. The encapsulation is
resistant to all cleaning solvents commonly used in the
electronics industry, including alcohols, esters and aqueous
solutions. The suitability of conformal coatings, if applied,
shall be qualified by appropriate means to ensure the
long-term stability of the whole system. The resistors are
RoHS compliant, the pure tin plating provides compatibility
with lead (Pb)-free and lead-containing soldering processes.
The immunity of the plating against tin whisker growth has
been proven under extensive testing. All products comply
with the CEFIC-EECA-EICTA list of legal restrictions on
hazardous substances.
This includes full compatibility with the following directives:
•2000/53/EC End of Vehicle life Directive (ELV)
•
2000/53/EC Annex II to End of Vehicle Life Directive (ELV II)
•2002/95/EC Restriction of the use of Hazardous
Substances Directive (RoHS)
•2002/96/EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE)
Solderability is specified for 2 years after production or
re-qualification. The permitted storage time is 20 years.
APPROVALS
The resistors are tested in accordance with EN 140 401-801
(superseding
CECC 40 401-801
) which refers to
EN 60115-1
and EN 140 400.
Vishay BEYSCHLAG has achieved "Approval of
Manufacturer" in accordance with EN 100114-1.
TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT AND RESISTANCE RANGE
DESCRIPTION RESISTANCE VALUE (1)
TCR TOLERANCE MCT 0603 HF
± 50 ppm/K ± 2 % 6.8 Ω to 470 Ω; 50 Ω
PACKAGING
MODEL
REEL
PIECES/
PAPER TAPE ON REEL CODE
MCT 0603 HF
1000 P1
5000 P5
20 000 PW
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FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE
MCT 0603 HF
C
100 150
0
- 50 0 50
0.1
0.2
W
70
Power Dissipation
P
ϑ
Ambient Temperature
amb
Derating - Standard Operation
MCT 0603 HF
C
100 150
0
- 50 0 50
0.1
0.2
W
70
Power Dissipation
P
ϑ
Ambient Temperature
amb
Derating - Power Operation
6.8 Ω
0.1 110 GHz 20
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
IZI/R
Frequency
f
220 Ω
470
Ω
150 Ω
50 Ω
IZI/R for MCT 0603 HF
RF-Behaviour
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TESTS AND REQUIREMENTS
All tests are carried out in accordance with the following
specifications:
EN 60115-1, Generic specification (includes tests)
EN 140 400, Sectional specification (includes schedule for
qualification approval)
EN 140 401-801, Detail specification (includes schedule for
conformance inspection)
The components are approved in accordance with the
European CECC-system, where applicable. The following
table contains only the most important tests. For the full test
schedule refer to the documents listed above. The testing
also covers most of the requirements specified by
EIA/IS-703 and JIS-C-5202.
The tests are carried out in accordance with IEC 60068 and
under standard atmospheric conditions in accordance with
IEC 60068-1, 5.3. Climatic category LCT/UCT/56 (rated
temperature range: Lower Category Temperature, Upper
Category Temperature; damp heat, long term, 56 days) is
valid.
Unless otherwise specified the following values apply:
Temperature: 15 °C to 35 °C
Relative humidity: 45 % to 75 %
Air pressure: 86 kPa to 106 kPa (860 mbar to 1060 mbar).
The components are mounted for testing on boards in
accordance with EN 60115-1, 4.31 unless otherwise
specified.
The requirements stated in the Test Procedures and
Requirements table below are based on the required tests
and permitted limits of EN 140 401-801. However, some
additional tests and a number of improvements against those
minimum requirements have been included.
TEST PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS
EN 60115-1
CLAUSE
IEC 60068-2 TEST
METHOD TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS PERMISSIBLE
CHANGE (ΔR/R)
Stability for product types:
MCT 0603 HF 6.8 Ω to 470 Ω
4.5 - Resistance ± 2 %
4.8.4.2 - Temperature coefficient At 20/- 55/20 °C and
20/125/20 °C± 50 ppm/K
4.25.1 -
Endurance at 70 °C:
Standard operation mode
U= 1.5 h on;
0.5 h off
70 °C; 1000 h ± (0.5 % R+0.05 Ω)
70 °C; 8000 h ± (1 % R+0.05 Ω)
4.25.3 - Endurance at upper
category temperature 125 °C; 1000 h ± (1 % R+0.05 Ω)
4.24 78 (Cab) Damp heat, steady state (40 ± 2) °C; 56 days;
(93 ± 3) % RH ± (1 % R+0.05 Ω)
4.23 Climatic sequence:
4.23.2 2 (Ba) Dry heat UCT; 16 h
4.23.3 30 (Db) Damp heat, cyclic 55 °C; 24 h; > 90 % RH; 1 cycle
4.23.4 1 (Aa) Cold LCT; 2 h
4.23.5 13 (M) Low air pressure 8.5 kPa; 2 h; 25 ± 10 °C
4.23.6 30 (Db) Damp heat, cyclic
55 °C; 5 days;
> 95 % to 100 % RH;
5 cycles
LCT = - 55 °C;
UCT = 125 °C
± (1 % R+0.05 Ω)
- 1 (Aa) Cold - 55 °C; 2 h ± (0.5 % R+0.05Ω)
4.19 14 (Na) Rapid change of
temperature
30 min at LCT and
30 min at UCT;
LCT = - 55 °C;
UCT = 125 °C;
5 cycles
± (0.5 % R+0.05 Ω)
no visible damage
4.13 - Short time overload;
standard operation mode
U= 2.5 x ± (0.5 % R+0.05 Ω)
P70 x R
P70 x R
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12NC INFORMATION FOR HISTORICAL
CODING REFERENCE ONLY
•The resistors have a 12-digit code starting with 2312
•The subsequent 4 digits indicate the resistor type,
specification and packaging; see the 12NC Code table
•The remaining 4 digits indicate the resistance value:
– The first 3 digits indicate the resistance value
–The last digit indicates the resistance decade in
accordance with the Last digit of 12NC Indicating
Resistance Decade table
Last Digit of 12NC Indicating Resistance Decade
Example
The code of a MCT 0603 HF resistor, value 50 Ω and TCR
50 with ± 2 % tolerance, supplied in cardboard tape of
5000 units per reel is: 2312 218 05009.
4.22 6 (Fc) Vibration
Endurance by sweeping;
10 to 2000 Hz;
no resonance;
amplitude ≤ 1.5 mm or
≤ 200 m/s2; 6 h
± (0.5 % R+0.05 Ω)
no visible damage
4.17.2 58 (Td) Solderability
Solder bath method;
SnPb40; non-activated flux
(215 ± 3) °C; (3 ± 0.3) s Good tinning (≥ 95 % covered);
no visible damage
Solder bath method;
SnAg3Cu0,5 or SnAg3,5;
non-activated flux
(235 ± 3) °C; (2 ± 0.2) s
4.29 45 (XA) Component solvent
resistance
Isopropyl alcohol + 50 °C;
method 2 No visible damage
4.18.2 58 (Td) Resistance to soldering
heat
Solder bath method;
(260 ± 5) °C; (10 ± 1) s
± (1 % R +0.05 Ω)
no visible damage
4.32 21 (Ue3)Shear (adhesion) RR 1608M; 9 N No visible damage
4.33 21 (Ue1)Substrate bending Depth 2 mm, 3 times ± (0.5 % R+0.05 Ω) no visible damage,
no open circuit in bent position
4.7 - Voltage proof Urms =Uins; 60 ± 5 s No flashover or breakdown
4.35 - Flammability IEC 60695-2-2,
needle flame test; 10 s No burning after 30 s
TEST PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS
EN 60115-1
CLAUSE
IEC 60068-2 TEST
METHOD TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS PERMISSIBLE
CHANGE (ΔR/R)
Stability for product types:
MCT 0603 HF 6.8 Ω to 470 Ω
RESISTANCE DECADE LAST DIGIT
1 Ω to 9.99 Ω8
10 Ω to 99.9 Ω9
100 Ω to 999 Ω1
12NC CODE - Resistor type and packaging
DESCRIPTION
CODE 2312 ... .....
CARDBOARD TAPE ON REEL
TYPE TCR TOL. P1
1000 UNITS
P5
5000 UNITS
PW
20 000 UNITS
MCT 0603 HF ± 50 ppm/K ± 2 % 203 0.... 218 0.... 208 0....
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