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RMCF1210JT470RCT-ND
| DigiKey Part No | RMCF1210JT470RTR-ND |
| Mfr Part No | RMCF1210JT470R |
| Manufacturer | Stackpole Electronics Inc |
RES 470 OHM 5% 1/2W 1210
470 Ohms ±5% 0.5W, 1/2W Chip Resistor 1210 (3225 Metric) Automotive AEC-Q200 Thick Film
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- ✅ Resistance: 470Ω matches the calculated requirement (470Ω for 22mA at 12V-2V drop).
- ✅ Tolerance: ±5% meets the '±5% or better' specification.
- ✅ Power Rating: 0.5W (1/2W) exceeds the minimum required 0.33W, providing a safe margin.
- ✅ Mounting Type: 1210 package is a surface-mount chip, as required.
- ✅ Technology: Thick Film, which is acceptable for this application.
- ✅ RoHS Compliance: Marked as ROHS3 Compliant.
Summary: This resistor (Stackpole RMCF1210JT470R) is an excellent and reliable choice for limiting current to a red LED in a 12V application.
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