Best Alternatives to 1206W3F680MT5E

Package: 1206UNI-ROYALChip Resistor - Surface MountResistance: 68 mΩTolerance: ±1%Power Rating: 1/3 WPackage/Case: 1206 (3216 Metric)Technology: Thick Film

Reviewing alternatives for the UNI-ROYAL 1206W3F680MT5E, a 68mΩ 1W thick film resistor. Key considerations for substitutes include resistance tolerance, power rating, and resistor technology.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Technology and resistance differences require validation.

Package risklow

All candidates share the same 1206 package.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct drop-in replacement has been identified. All candidates require engineering review for parametric or technology differences.

Best replacement path

Consider HoYH1206-1W-68mR-1% for its matching core parameters, but it requires review due to different resistor technology.

Main risk

The primary risk is the difference in resistor technology (Thick Film vs. Metal Alloy/Strip), which affects performance in current sensing and pulse applications.

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HoYH1206-1W-68mR-1% package
Needs validationmedium risk

A 1206 resistor with matching resistance and power, but different technology (Ceramic Alloy) and better TCR.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor1206W3F680MT5EHoYH1206-1W-68mR-1%1206W3F620MT5EHoLLR1206-1W-70mR-1%Compatibility / risk
Package12061206120612061206 — Same EIA package size.; 1206W3F620MT5E: Same EIA package size.; HoLLR1206-1W-70mR-1%: Same EIA package size.; YLRY06-1-65F: Same EIA package size.
Resistance0.068Ω0.068Ω0.062Ω0.070Ω0.068Ω / 0.062Ω / 0.070Ω / 0.065Ω — Resistance matches.; 1206W3F620MT5E: Resistance is ~9% lower.; HoLLR1206-1W-70mR-1%: Resistance is ~2.9% higher.; YLRY06-1-65F: Resistance is ~4.4% lower.
Power1.0W1.0W1.0W-1.0W — Power rating matches based on target spec data.; 1206W3F620MT5E: Power rating matches based on target spec data.
Tcr±800 PPM/°C≤100 ppm/°C-±100 ppm/°C≤100 ppm/°C / ±100 ppm/°C / ±50 ppm/°C — Significantly better temperature stability.; HoLLR1206-1W-70mR-1%: Significantly better temperature stability.; YLRY06-1-65F: Significantly better temperature stability.
TechnologyThick FilmCeramic AlloyThick FilmChip AlloyCeramic Alloy / Thick Film / Chip Alloy / Metal Strip — Different technology may affect pulse handling.; 1206W3F620MT5E: Technology matches.; HoLLR1206-1W-70mR-1%: Different technology may affect pulse handling.; YLRY06-1-65F: Different technology may affect pulse handling.

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Questions & answers

HoYH1206-1W-68mR-1% is a strong candidate with matching resistance, power, and tolerance, but its different 'Ceramic Alloy' technology requires engineering validation for your specific application.