RC-02K1621FT
FH (Guangdong Fenghua Advanced Tech)
Needs validationlow risk
A strong alternative with identical resistance, tolerance, and package; requires review of power budget.
Best Alternatives to 0402WGF1621TCE
The UNI-ROYAL 0402WGF1621TCE is a thick film chip resistor with a 1.62 kΩ resistance, ±1% tolerance, and a 0.0625W power rating in a standard 0402 package. It is a common component for general-purpose electronics applications.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Candidates have varying resistance values and power ratings. Circuit performance must be re-evaluated.
Package risklow
All presented candidates use the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for 0402WGF1621TCE should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
RC-02K1621FT by FH is the strongest candidate due to its identical resistance, tolerance, and package. However, its power rating is the same as the target, lacking the conservative 1.5x safety margin, so power dissipation must be verified.
Main risk
The primary risk when substituting is a mismatch in resistance value, which can affect circuit timing, filtering, or gain. A secondary risk is insufficient power rating, which could lead to premature failure.
Recommended alternatives
3Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | 0402WGF1621TCE | RC-02K1621FT | 0402WGF1651TCE | ERJ2RKF1501X | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance | 1.62 kΩ | 1.62 kΩ | 1.65 kΩ | 1.5 kΩ | 1.62 kΩ / 1.65 kΩ / 1.5 kΩ — Exact match; 0402WGF1651TCE: 1.85% higher than target.; ERJ2RKF1501X: 7.4% lower than target. |
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 (1005 Metric) | 0402 / 0402 (1005 Metric) — Identical package code; 0402WGF1651TCE: Identical package code.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Identical package size. |
| Power | 0.0625 W | 0.0625 W | 0.0625 W | 0.1 W | 0.0625 W / 0.1 W — Identical power rating; conservative rules suggest an upgrade.; 0402WGF1651TCE: Identical power rating; no added margin.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Higher power rating provides more design margin. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | - | ±1% — Matches precision requirement.; 0402WGF1651TCE: Matches precision requirement. |
| Voltage | 50 V | 50 V | - | - | 50 V — Matches max working voltage. |
| Application | No | - | - | Yes | Yes — AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for 0402WGF1621TCE are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.