{"id":7183,"date":"2025-04-16T18:24:26","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T10:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/?p=7183"},"modified":"2025-07-16T11:11:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T03:11:30","slug":"smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/","title":{"rendered":"SMD Resistor Sizes, SMD Resistor Package Sizes Chart"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#What_is_an_SMD_Resistor\" >What is an SMD Resistor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#Features_of_SMD_Resistors\" >Features of SMD Resistors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#SMD_Resistor_Package_Sizes_Chart\" >SMD Resistor Package Sizes Chart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#What_Do_the_Numbers_on_SMD_Resistors_Mean\" >What Do the Numbers on SMD Resistors Mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#How_to_Read_SMD_Resistor_Code\" >How to Read SMD Resistor Code?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#0201_SMD_Resistor_Dimensions\" >0201 SMD Resistor Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#What_is_the_Difference_Between_SMD_and_SMT_Resistor\" >What is the Difference Between SMD and SMT Resistor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#SMD_Resistor_Applications_and_Benefits\" >SMD Resistor Applications and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#SMD_Components_List\" >SMD Components List<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/#Can_EBest_Circuit_Best_Technology_Mount_0201_SMD_Resistors_on_PCB\" >Can EBest Circuit (Best Technology) Mount 0201 SMD Resistors on PCB?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div class=\"yzp-no-index\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_SMD_Resistor\"><\/span>What is an SMD Resistor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/\" title=\"\">SMD resistor<\/a> is a surface-mounted component designed to limit current or divide voltage in electronic circuits, also known as <strong>Chip Fixed Resistor<\/strong>. It does the same job as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/what-is-a-3-3-k-resistor-3-3-k-ohm-resistor-color-code\/\" title=\"\">traditional resistor<\/a> but without long leads. Instead, it sits directly on the PCB surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SMD stands for <strong>Surface-Mount Device<\/strong>. \u200cThe SMD resistor is usually in a flat package form and can be welded directly to the surface of the circuit board without the need to be connected by a connector. It is suitable for high-density assembly applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SMD-Resistor-Sizes-SMD-Resistor-Package-Sizes-Chart.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"585\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SMD-Resistor-Sizes-SMD-Resistor-Package-Sizes-Chart.png\" alt=\"SMD Resistor Sizes, SMD Resistor Package Sizes Chart\" class=\"wp-image-7187\" style=\"width:586px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SMD-Resistor-Sizes-SMD-Resistor-Package-Sizes-Chart.png 585w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SMD-Resistor-Sizes-SMD-Resistor-Package-Sizes-Chart-300x197.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 585px) 100vw, 585px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Features_of_SMD_Resistors\"><\/span>Features of SMD Resistors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200c<strong>Dimensions<\/strong><strong>\u200c: <\/strong>Usually expressed in 4 digits (imperial, unit: inches) or 2 digits + letters (metric, unit: millimeters). Common package sizes include 0201, 0402, 0603, 0805, 1206, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200c<strong>Power rating<\/strong><strong>\u200c: <\/strong>Based on 70\u00b0C ambient temperature, it needs to be derated in high temperature environments. For example, the power of a resistor in a 1206 package is 250mW at 100\u00b0C, and the actual available power needs to be reduced to 125mW\u200c. \u200c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resistance range<\/strong><strong>\u200c: <\/strong>The resistance range of conventional resistors is 1\u03a9 to 10M\u03a9. Low-resistance resistors are often used for current detection, with typical values \u200b\u200bof 0.005\u03a9 to 0.1\u03a9\u200c. \u200c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><strong>\u200c: <\/strong>Common accuracy levels include \u00b15% (E24 series), \u00b11% (E96 series), \u00b10.5%, \u00b10.1% (high precision). \u200c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Temperature coefficient: <\/strong>The temperature coefficient of conventional thick film resistors is \u00b1200ppm\/\u00b0C to \u00b1400ppm\/\u00b0C, and the temperature coefficient of precision thin film resistors is \u00b125ppm\/\u00b0C to \u00b150ppm\/\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SMD_Resistor_Package_Sizes_Chart\"><\/span>SMD Resistor Package Sizes Chart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The shapes and sizes of surface-mount resistors have been standardized, and most manufacturers follow JEDEC standards. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/\" title=\"\">SMD resistors<\/a> are typically identified by numerical codes, such as 0603, which indicate the package&#8217;s length and width. For instance, the 0603 imperial code refers to a resistor that is 0.060 inches long and 0.030 inches wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SMD package codes can be given in either imperial or metric units. In general, imperial codes are more commonly used to describe package sizes. However, it can be confusing because even when imperial codes are used, the actual dimensions are often referred to in millimeters during the PCB design process. Below is a table of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/\" title=\"\">SMD resistor package sizes chart<\/a>, listing the dimensions and specifications of commonly used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/smd-resistor-sizes-smd-resistor-package-sizes-chart\/\" title=\"\">SMD resistor packages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Imperial Code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Metric Code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Length (mm)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Width (mm)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>0201<\/td><td>0603<\/td><td>0.6<\/td><td>0.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>0402<\/td><td>1005<\/td><td>1.0<\/td><td>0.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>0603<\/td><td>1608<\/td><td>1.6<\/td><td>0.8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>0805<\/td><td>2012<\/td><td>2.0<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1206<\/td><td>3216<\/td><td>3.2<\/td><td>1.6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1210<\/td><td>3225<\/td><td>3.2<\/td><td>2.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1812<\/td><td>4532<\/td><td>4.5<\/td><td>3.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2010<\/td><td>5052<\/td><td>5.0<\/td><td>2.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2512<\/td><td>6432<\/td><td>6.4<\/td><td>3.2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(SMD Resistor Package Sizes Chart)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The smaller the code, the smaller the component. For example, 0201 resistors are tiny and used where space is limited, like in smartwatches or hearing aids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_the_Numbers_on_SMD_Resistors_Mean\"><\/span>What Do the Numbers on SMD Resistors Mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The numbers printed on an SMD resistor represent its resistance value. These markings follow a system called EIA-96 or 3-digit\/4-digit code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the 3-digit system:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first two digits are significant figures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The third digit is the multiplier (number of zeros to add).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Code \u201c472\u201d means 47 * 100 = 4,700 ohms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/960E14CB-3A96-4b78-A808-A3D3F98E9DAD.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"355\" height=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/960E14CB-3A96-4b78-A808-A3D3F98E9DAD.png\" alt=\"What Do the Numbers on SMD Resistors Mean?\" class=\"wp-image-7188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/960E14CB-3A96-4b78-A808-A3D3F98E9DAD.png 355w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/960E14CB-3A96-4b78-A808-A3D3F98E9DAD-300x160.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the 4-digit system (used in precise resistors):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first three digits are the base value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fourth is the multiplier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Code \u201c4702\u201d means 470 * 100 = 47,000 ohms or 47k\u03a9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B2502B09-40CB-4019-BE40-B7F9E82E98F4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"518\" height=\"176\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B2502B09-40CB-4019-BE40-B7F9E82E98F4.png\" alt=\"What Do the Numbers on SMD Resistors Mean?\" class=\"wp-image-7189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B2502B09-40CB-4019-BE40-B7F9E82E98F4.png 518w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B2502B09-40CB-4019-BE40-B7F9E82E98F4-300x102.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 518px) 100vw, 518px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Read_SMD_Resistor_Code\"><\/span>How to Read SMD Resistor Code?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Reading the code on an SMD resistor might seem tricky at first. But once you understand the logic behind the numbers and letters, it becomes simple. SMD resistors don&#8217;t have color bands like traditional through-hole types. Instead, they use numbers\u2014or sometimes numbers and letters\u2014printed directly on the component. There are 4 ways to read the smd resistor values:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. 3-Digit Code Format (Most Common)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most widely used format for general-purpose SMD resistors. The first two digits represent significant figures, and the third digit is the multiplier (in powers of ten).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c472\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First two digits: 47<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third digit (multiplier): 2 \u2192 means 10\u00b2 = 100<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>So the resistance = 47 \u00d7 100 = 4700 ohms or 4.7k\u03a9<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Another example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c101\u201d \u2192 10 \u00d7 10\u00b9 = 100 ohms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see a code like \u201c220\u201d, it\u2019s 22 \u00d7 10\u2070 = 22 ohms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. 4-Digit Code Format (For Higher Accuracy Resistors)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is used for resistors with tighter tolerance. The first three digits are significant figures, and the fourth digit is the multiplier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c1001\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First three digits: 100<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fourth digit: 1 \u2192 10\u00b9 = 10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resistance = 100 \u00d7 10 = 1,000 ohms or 1k\u03a9<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Another example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c4702\u201d \u2192 470 \u00d7 100 = 47,000 ohms or 47k\u03a9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Codes with \u201cR\u201d (Used for Decimal Values)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the resistance is below 10 ohms, the code often includes the letter \u201cR\u201d to indicate a decimal point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c4R7\u201d \u2192 4.7 ohms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c0R22\u201d \u2192 0.22 ohms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cR100\u201d \u2192 0.1 ohm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/98ECF86B-A4A4-48bb-A122-778A5127C6F4-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"401\" height=\"253\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/98ECF86B-A4A4-48bb-A122-778A5127C6F4-1.png\" alt=\"How to Read SMD Resistor Code?\" class=\"wp-image-7191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/98ECF86B-A4A4-48bb-A122-778A5127C6F4-1.png 401w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/98ECF86B-A4A4-48bb-A122-778A5127C6F4-1-300x189.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 401px) 100vw, 401px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This format helps avoid confusion, as a simple \u201c047\u201d might be misunderstood. \u201cR\u201d clearly marks the decimal location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Zero Ohm Resistors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you ever see a resistor labeled \u201c000\u201d or \u201c0\u201d, this is a zero-ohm jumper. It acts like a wire and is often used for PCB routing flexibility. There&#8217;s no resistance value to read\u2014it\u2019s simply a bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8CA9F9E0-EDC5-4c0b-9561-7D28C70B5B38.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"872\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8CA9F9E0-EDC5-4c0b-9561-7D28C70B5B38.png\" alt=\"How to Read SMD Resistor Code?\" class=\"wp-image-7192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8CA9F9E0-EDC5-4c0b-9561-7D28C70B5B38.png 872w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8CA9F9E0-EDC5-4c0b-9561-7D28C70B5B38-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8CA9F9E0-EDC5-4c0b-9561-7D28C70B5B38-768x425.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 872px) 100vw, 872px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"0201_SMD_Resistor_Dimensions\"><\/span>0201 SMD Resistor Dimensions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 0201 SMD resistor is one of the smallest types used today. It measures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Length: 0.6 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Width: 0.3 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Height: around 0.23 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E9EF36-784B-49d3-89F1-ECD27C173D72.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"634\" height=\"657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E9EF36-784B-49d3-89F1-ECD27C173D72.png\" alt=\"0201 SMD Resistor Dimensions\" class=\"wp-image-7193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E9EF36-784B-49d3-89F1-ECD27C173D72.png 634w, https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E9EF36-784B-49d3-89F1-ECD27C173D72-289x300.png 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of its tiny size, handling 0201 resistors requires advanced assembly machines and tight process control. These resistors are found in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Smart wearables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-end smartphones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced medical devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite their size, they offer solid performance and accuracy when mounted correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Difference_Between_SMD_and_SMT_Resistor\"><\/span>What is the Difference Between SMD and SMT Resistor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many confuse SMD with SMT. They are related but not the same:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SMD <strong>(Surface Mount Device)<\/strong> refers to the actual component. A resistor, capacitor, diode\u2014any small chip-shaped part.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SMT <strong>(Surface Mount Technology)<\/strong> is the method used to attach these components to a PCB.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So, a SMD resistor is a type of part, while SMT is the process used to mount it. Think of it like this: SMD is the \u201cwhat,\u201d and SMT is the \u201chow.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a factory, SMT lines are the equipment and process flow. SMD is what they\u2019re working with. Both are key in modern electronics manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SMD_Resistor_Applications_and_Benefits\"><\/span>SMD Resistor Applications and Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SMD resistors are everywhere. Here are some common uses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Consumer electronics (phones, tablets, TVs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automotive systems (ECUs, sensors)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industrial controls (inverters, PLCs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical devices (monitors, implants)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Telecommunication Infrastructure (routers, switches, and base stations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wearables and IoT Devices (Fitness trackers, smartwatches, and IoT sensors)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aerospace and Defense<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits are plenty:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compact size<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High reliability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent thermal stability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated assembly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good frequency response<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They help companies build faster, lighter, and smarter products. That\u2019s why SMD resistors are chosen for both low-cost gadgets and mission-critical equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SMD_Components_List\"><\/span>SMD Components List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re building or sourcing a full PCB, knowing common SMD components in electronics is better, here we listing the common smd components in the market:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Component Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Common Package Sizes<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Resistors<\/td><td>0201, 0402, 0603, 0805, 1206<\/td><td>Limits current, divides voltage, used in every circuit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Capacitors<\/strong><\/td><td>0402, 0603, 0805, 1210<\/td><td>Stores and releases electrical energy, filters noise<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Inductors<\/strong><\/td><td>0603, 0805, 1008<\/td><td>Stores energy in magnetic fields, used in power circuits<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Diodes<\/strong><\/td><td>SOD-323, SOD-523, SMA, SMB<\/td><td>Controls current flow, used in protection and rectification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zener Diodes<\/strong><\/td><td>SOD-123, SOT-23<\/td><td>Provides voltage regulation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Transistors<\/strong><\/td><td>SOT-23, SOT-323, SOT-89<\/td><td>Acts as switch or amplifier<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MOSFETs<\/strong><\/td><td>SOT-23, SOT-223<\/td><td>High-efficiency switching in power circuits<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>LEDs<\/strong><\/td><td>0603, 0805, 1206<\/td><td>Indicator or display lights<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ICs (Chips)<\/strong><\/td><td>SOIC, QFN, BGA, LGA<\/td><td>Logic processing, control units, memory, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Oscillators \/ Crystals<\/strong><\/td><td>2.0&#215;1.6mm, 3.2&#215;2.5mm<\/td><td>Clock and timing devices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Connectors<\/strong><\/td><td>DFN, LGA, micro USB, FPC<\/td><td>Electrical interface to other boards or cables<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sensors<\/strong><\/td><td>LGA, QFN, DFN<\/td><td>Detect motion, temperature, light, humidity, etc.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These parts work together to form the core of any electronics assembly. Choosing the right size and type is key for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_EBest_Circuit_Best_Technology_Mount_0201_SMD_Resistors_on_PCB\"><\/span>Can EBest Circuit (Best Technology) Mount 0201 SMD Resistors on PCB?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Absolutely! EBest Circuit (Best Technology) is fully equipped to handle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/products\/pcba.htm\" title=\"\">0201 SMD resistor mounting<\/a>. Our lines include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>6+ High-speed pick-and-place machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3D SPI and AOI systems for inspection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nitrogen reflow ovens with precise profiling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleanroom handling for micro-sized parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>X-ray inspect machine to ensure the soldering quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our minimum mounted package size is 01005<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you need a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestpcbs.com\/products\/pcba.htm\" title=\"\">PCBA samples<\/a> or full production, we can meet your request. Our support includes layout reviews, DFM checks, and test plans. We\u2019re proud to help customers push the limits of miniaturization.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is an SMD Resistor? An SMD resistor is a surface-mounted component designed to limit current or divide voltage in electronic circuits, also known as Chip Fixed Resistor. 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