Vishay Releases Professional Automotive Thin Film Chip Resistor

Vishay Intertechnology has released professional automotive thin film chip resistor in the 0603 case size to combine a high operating temperature to +175°C (1000 hours) and an advanced level of rated power. While thin film chip resistors offer power ratings to 100mW at +70°C ambient temperature, the power rating of the MCT 0603 AT is specified to 150mW at +85°C. With a moisture resistivity specified to ≤0.5% (+85°C; 85% RH; 1000h) and 1000V ESD capability, the device is optimized to provide high reliability in harsh environments. Compliance with these requirements is verified through periodic audits by an external and independent Testing and Certification Institute. Featuring an absolute TCR down to ±25ppm/K with a ±0.5% tolerance, the MCT 0603 AT resistor offers resistance values from 100Ω to 100kΩ and a 75V operating voltage. The devices small 0.85mm by 1.55mm package with low 0.45mm profile enables the design of high-density circuits.

Suitable for processing on automatic SMD assembly systems, the resistor is RoHS-compliant and compatible with lead (Pb)-free and tin/lead (Sn/Pb) reflow and vapor-phase soldering processes. The MCT 0603 AT also complies with the GADSL and the CEFIC-EECA-EICTA list of legal restrictions on hazardous substances. The samples and production quantities of the new MCT 0603 AT resistor are available now, with lead times of five to six weeks for larger orders. The MC AT series will be extended to 0805 and 1206 case sizes, and Vishay will introduce a precision version of this series.