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RMCF1210JT470R
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DigiKey Part NoRMCF1210JT470RTR-ND
Mfr Part NoRMCF1210JT470R
ManufacturerStackpole 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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Response By EW AI

  • Resistance: 470Ω — matches calculated requirement for 12V → 2V/22mA LED circuit.
  • Tolerance: ±5% — meets or exceeds ±5% requirement.
  • Power Rating: 0.5W — exceeds minimum 0.33W, ensuring reliable, cool operation. (Power dissipated: (10V × 22mA) ≈ 0.22W, so 0.5W rating provides >2× margin.)
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount (1210 package) — suitable for modern PCB assembly.
  • Technology: Thick Film — acceptable and robust for this application.
  • RoHS Compliance: Yes — environmentally compliant.

Conclusion: All key specifications are met or exceeded. This resistor is well-suited for your LED current-limiting application and will provide safe, reliable performance.

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