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Vishay Beyschlag
Thin Film Chip Resistors with Established Reliability
MCS 0402 VG01, MCT 0603 VG01, MCU 0805 VG01 and
MCA 1206 VG01 thin film flat chip resistors with established
reliability are the perfect choice for all high-reliability
applications typically found in the fields of military, aircraft
and spacecraft electronics. These versions supplement the
families of professional and precision thin film flat chip
resistors MCS 0402, MCT 0603, MCU 0805 and MCA 1206.
FEATURES
Approved to EN 140401-801, version E
Established reliability, failure rate level E6
Advanced thin film technology
Excellent overall stability: Exceeds class 0.5
Pure Sn termination on Ni barrier layer
Compatible with lead (Pb)-free and lead containing
soldering processes
Compliant to RoHS directive 2002/95/EC
APPLICATIONS
Military
Avionics
Space
Notes
These resistors do not feature a limited lifetime when operated within the permissible limits. However, resistance value drift increasing over
operating time may result in exceeding a limit acceptable to the specific application, thereby establishing a functional lifetime.
The failure rate level E6 (10-6/h, πQ = 0.3), corresponding to MIL Level P, is superior to level E5 (10-5/h, πQ = 1) and thus may be used as a
replacement.
METRIC SIZE
IMPERIAL: 0402 0603 0805 1206
EN/CECC: RR1005M RR1608M RR2012M RR3216M
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION MCS 0402 VG01 MCT 0603 VG01 MCU 0805 VG01 MCA 1206 VG01
EN/CECC size, style RR1005M RR1608M RR2012M RR3216M
Resistance range 10 Ωto 1 MΩ1 Ωto 1 MΩ
Resistance tolerance ± 1 %; ± 0.1 %
Temperature coefficient ± 50 ppm/K; ± 15 ppm/K
Climatic category (LCT/UCT/duration) 55/125/56
Rated dissipation, P70 0.063 W 0.1 W 0.125 W 0.25 W
Operating voltage, Umax. AC/DC 50 V 75 V 150 V 200 V
Film temperature 125 °C
Max. resistance change at P70
for resistance range, |ΔR/R| max. after: 10 Ωto 1 MΩ1 Ωto 1 MΩ
1000 h 0.25 %
8000 h 0.5 %
225 000 h 1.5 %
Permissible voltage against ambient
(insulation):
1 min; Uins 75 V 100 V 200 V 300 V
Continuous 75 V 75 V 75 V 75 V
Assessed failure rate level E6 = 10-6/h
Quality factor, πQ0.3
Failure rate: FITobserved < 0.1 x 10-9/h
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Note
Products can be ordered using either the PART NUMBER or the PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER AND PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER: MCT0603HC2873FP500
PART NUMBER: MCT0603HZ0000ZP500
MODEL/SIZE SPECIFICATION TCR VALUE TOLERANCE PACKAGING
MCS 0402
MCT 0603
MCU 0805
MCA 1206
H = EN 140401-801;
version E;
failure rate level E6
C = ± 50 ppm/K
E = ± 15 ppm/K
Z = Jumper
3 digit value
1 digit multiplier
MULTIPLIER
8 = *10-2
9 = *10-1
0 = *100
1 = *101
2 = *102
3 = *103
4 = *104
0000 = Jumper
F = ± 1 %
B = ± 0.1 %
Z = Jumper
E1
E0
P1
P5
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: MCT 0603-50 1 % VG01 P5 287K
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: MCT 0603 VG01 P5 0R0
MCT 0603 -50 1 % VG01 P5 287K
MCT 0603 - - VG01 P5 0R0
MODEL/SIZE TCR TOLERANCE SPECIFICATION PACKAGING RESISTANCE VALUE
MCS 0402
MCT 0603
MCU 0805
MCA 1206
± 50 ppm/K
± 15 ppm/K
± 1 %
± 0.1 %
VG01 = EN 140401-801;
version E;
failure rate level E6
E1
E0
P1
P5
49R9 = 49.9 Ω
287K = 287 kΩ
0R0 = Jumper
M C T 0 6 0 3 H Z 0 0 0 0 Z P 5 0 0
M C T 0 6 0 3 H C 2 8 7 3 F P 5 0 0
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Note
The ordering information according to EN 140401-801:2007 shown above succeeds and replaces the ordering information according to earlier
versions of the detail specification EN 140401-801 or its predecessor CECC 40401-801, for example:
CECC 40401-801 EZ RR1608M C 287K F E6
CECC 40401-801 S RR1608M C 287K F E6
with EZ; S Assessment level, where EZ is successor to and superior replacement for S
RR1608M Style, with suffix M for “metric”
C Temperature coefficient, according to the detail specification
C = ± 50 ppm/K; E = ± 15 ppm/K
Note
According to EN 140401-801, resistance values are to be selected from the E96 series for ± 1 % tolerance and from the E192 series for
± 0.1 % tolerance
EN 140401-801 ORDERING INFORMATION
Example of the ordering information for a resistor: MCT 0603-50 1 % VG01 287K
EN140401-801EZRR1608MR287KFE6
Example of the ordering information for a zero ohm jumper: MCT 0603 VG01 0R0
EN140401-801EZRR1608M-0R00-E6
The elements used in the component number have the following meaning:
EN140401-801
EZ
RR1608M
R
287K
F
E6
EN detail specification number
Assessment level for the zero-defect approach
Style
Temperature coefficient, according to EN 60062
R = ± 50 ppm/K; P = ± 15 ppm/K
Resistance value, according to EN 60062, 4 characters
Tolerance on rated resistance, according to EN 60062
F = ± 1 %; B = ± 0.1 %
Failure rate level according to EN 60115-1, table ZB.1
TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT AND RESISTANCE RANGE
DESCRIPTION RESISTANCE VALUE
TCR TOLERANCE MCS 0402 VG01 MCT 0603 VG01 MCU 0805 VG01 MCA 1206 VG01
± 50 ppm/K ± 1 % 10 Ωto 1 MΩ1 Ωto 1 MΩ1Ωto 1 MΩ1Ωto 1 MΩ
± 15 ppm/K ± 0.1 % 100 Ωto 33.2 kΩ100 Ωto 47.5 kΩ100 Ωto 100 kΩ43 Ωto 332 kΩ
Jumper 20 mΩ; Imax. = 0.63 A 20 mΩ; Imax. = 1 A 20 mΩ; Imax. = 1.5 A 20 mΩ; Imax. = 2 A
PACKAGING
MODEL
PAPER TAPE ON REEL
ACC. IEC 60286-3, TYPE I -
UNIT QUANTITY CODE QUANTITY CODE
MCS 0402 VG01 180 mm/7" 1000 E1
No alternative packaging available
10 000 E0
MCT 0603 VG01 180 mm/7" 1000 P1
5000 P5
MCU 0805 VG01 180 mm/7" 1000 P1
5000 P5
MCA 1206 VG01 180 mm/7" 1000 P1
5000 P5
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DIMENSIONS
Note
Resistors MCA 1206 VG01 and MCU 0805 VG01 are marked using to the four-character code system of IEC 60062, 4.2.3.
Resistors MCT 0603 VG01 and MCS 0402 VG01 do not show any marking on their light blue protective coating.
Note
The given solder pad dimensions reflect the considerations for board design and assembly as outlined e.g. in standards IEC 61188-5-x, or in
publication IPC 7351. They do not guarantee any supposed thermal properties, however, they will be found adequate for most general
applications.
DIMENSIONS AND MASS
TYPE H
(mm)
L
(mm)
W
(mm)
WT
(mm)
T1
(mm)
T2
(mm)
MASS
(mg)
MCS 0402 VG01 0.32 ± 0.05 1.0 ± 0.05 0.5 ± 0.05
> 75 % of W
0.2 ± 0.1 0.2 + 0.1/- 0.15 0.6
MCT 0603 VG01
0.45 + 0.1/- 0.05
1.55 ± 0.05 0.85 ± 0.1
0.3 + 0.15/- 0.2
1.9
MCU 0805 VG01
0.45 + 0.1/- 0.05
2.0 ± 0.1 1.25 ± 0.15 0.4 + 0.1/- 0.2 4.6
MCA 1206 VG01
0.55 ± 0.1
3.2 + 0.1/- 0.2 1.6 ± 0.15 0.5 ± 0.25 9.2
RECOMMENDED SOLDER PAD DIMENSIONS
TYPE
WAVE SOLDERING REFLOW SOLDERING
G
(mm)
Y
(mm)
X
(mm)
Z
(mm)
G
(mm)
Y
(mm)
X
(mm)
Z
(mm)
MCS 0402 VG01 - - - - 0.35 0.55 0.55 1.45
MCT 0603 VG01 0.55 1.10 1.10 2.75 0.65 0.70 0.95 2.05
MCU 0805 VG01 0.80 1.25 1.50 3.30 0.90 0.90 1.40 2.70
MCA 1206 VG01 1.40 1.50 1.90 4.40 1.50 1.15 1.75 3.80
T2
L
W
T1
H
WT
GX
Y
Z
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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 ceramic (Al2O3) substrate and conditioned to achieve
the desired temperature coefficient. Specially designed inner
contacts are deposited on both sides. A special laser is used
to achieve the target value by smoothly cutting a meander
groove in the resistive layer without damaging the ceramics.
For the high ohmic range, optimized cermet products provide
comparable properties. 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 resistors. Only accepted products are laid directly
into the paper tape in accordance with EN 60286-3 (3),
Type I.
ASSEMBLY
The resistors are suitable for processing on automatic SMD
assembly systems. They are suitable for automatic soldering
using wave, reflow or vapour phase as shown in
IEC 61760-1 (3). Solderability is specified for 2 years after
production or requalification. The permitted storage time is
20 years.
The resistors are RoHS compliant; the pure tin plating
provides compatibility with lead (Pb)-free soldering
processes. The immunity of the plating against tin whisker
growth has been proven under extensive testing.
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.
All products comply with the GADSL (1) and the
CEFIC-EECA-EICTA (2) list of legal restrictions on
hazardous substances. This includes full compliance with
the following directives:
2000/53/EC End of Vehicle life Directive (ELV) and
Annex II (ELV II)
2002/95/EC Restriction of the use of Hazardous
Substances directive (RoHS)
2002/96/EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE)
APPROVALS
The resistors are approved within the IECQ-CECC Quality
Assessment System for Electronic Components to the detail
specification EN 140401-801 which refers to EN 60115-1,
EN 140400 and the variety of environmental test procedures
of the IEC 60068 (3) series.
Conformity is attested by the use of the CECC Logo ( ) as
the Mark of Conformity on the package label.
Vishay BEYSCHLAG has achieved “Approval of
Manufacturer” in accordance with IEC QC 001002-3,
clause 2. The release certificate for “Technology Approval
Schedule” in accordance with CECC 240001 based on
IEC QC 001002-3, clause 6 is granted for the
Vishay BEYSCHLAG manufacturing process.
RELATED PRODUCTS
This product family of flat chip resistors with established
reliability is complemented by Zero Ohm Jumpers.
A wider range of TCR, tolerance and resistance values, plus
the option of values from a different E series is available with
products approved to EN 140401-801, Version A, without
established reliability, nominal failure rate level E0 (quality
factor πQ = 3). See the datasheets:
“Professional Flat Chip Resistors”, document no. 28705
“Precision Flat Chip Resistors”, document no. 28700
Notes
(1) Global Automotive Declarable Substance List, see www.gadsl.org
(2) CEFIC (European Chemical Industry Council), EECA (European Electronic Component Manufacturers Association), EICTA (European trade
organisation representing the information and communications technology and consumer electronics), see
www.eicta.org/index.php?id=1053&id_article=340
(3) The quoted IEC standards are also released as EN standards with the same number and identical contents
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FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE
100- 50 150
0
0.1
Power Dissipation in W
P
050
Ambient Temperature amb
ϑ
0.2
0.3
70
MCA 1206 VG01
MCU 0805 VG01
MCT 0603 VG01
MCS 0402 VG01
125
Derating
°C
100
0.01
0.1
1K 10K
1
100K
MCA 1206 VG01
MCU 0805 VG01
MCT 0603 VG01
MCS 0402 VG01
Resistance Value
Current Noise
A
1
R
1M
µV/V
In accordance with IEC 60195
Current Noise - 1
A
Ω
10 100 1K
120
10K
Resistance Value
R
1M
dB
In accordance with IEC/TR 60440
Ω
100
80
60
40
100K
Non-Linearity 3
A
Non-Linearity - 3
A
MCA 1206 VG01
MCU 0805 VG01
MCT 0603 VG01
MCS 0402 VG01
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FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE
Further information on the performance of these products is
given in the following datasheets:
“Professional Flat Chip Resistors”, document no. 28705
“Precision Flat Chip Resistors”, document no. 28700
TESTS AND REQUIREMENTS
All tests are carried out in accordance with the following
specifications:
EN 60115-1, generic specification
EN 140400, sectional specification
EN 140401-801, detail specification
For further information on the tests and requirements of
these products please refer to the specifications mentioned
above, and to the following datasheets:
“Professional Flat Chip Resistors”, document no. 28705
“Precision Flat Chip Resistors”, document no. 28700
HISTORICAL 12NC INFORMATION
Note
The 12NC numeric codes are no longer supported as an official
Vishay ordering code. However, customers using the 12NC in their
material management system may choose to use the 12NC as their
customer specific part numbering system.
The resistors had a 12-digit code starting with 2312
The subsequent 4 digits indicated the resistor type,
specification and packaging; see the 12NC table
The remaining 4 digits indicate the resistance value:
- The first 3 digits indicated the resistance value
-The last digit indicated the resistance decade in
accordance with the resistance decade table
RESISTANCE DECADE
Historical 12NC Example
The 12NC of a MCT 0603 VG01 resistor, value 287K and
TCR 50 with ± 1 % tolerance, supplied in cardboard tape of
5000 units per reel was: 2312 215 02874.
RESISTANCE DECADE LAST DIGIT
1Ω to 9.99 Ω8
10 Ω to 99.9 Ω9
100 Ω to 999 Ω1
1 kΩto 9.99 kΩ2
10 kΩ to 99.9 kΩ3
100 kΩ to 999 kΩ4
1MΩ5
HISTORICAL 12NC - Resistor type and packaging
DESCRIPTION 2312 ... .....
CARDBOARD TAPE ON REEL
TYPE TCR TOL. E1
1000 PIECES
E0
10 000 PIECES
MCS 0402 VG01
± 50 ppm/K ± 1 % 260 0.... 275 0....
± 15 ppm/K ± 0.1 % 262 0.... 277 0....
Jumper 262 90001 277 90001
TYPE TCR TOL. P1
1000 PIECES
P5
5000 PIECES
PW
20 000 PIECES
MCT 0603 VG01
± 50 ppm/K ± 1 % 200 0.... 215 0.... 205 0....
± 15 ppm/K ± 0.1 % 202 0.... 217 0.... -
Jumper 202 90001 217 90001 207 90001
MCU 0805 VG01
± 50 ppm/K ±1 % 240 0.... 255 0.... 245 0....
± 15 ppm/K ± 0.1 % 242 0.... 257 0.... -
Jumper 242 90001 257 90001 247 90001
MCA 1206 VG01
± 50 ppm/K ± 1 %
No 12NC assigned to MCA 1206 VG01± 15 ppm/K ± 0.1 %
Jumper
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