FRC0402F2321TS
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Needs validationlow risk
A strong pin-to-pin alternative with matching resistance, tolerance, power, and package.
Best Alternatives to 0402WGF2321TCE
Find and evaluate replacements for the UNI-ROYAL 0402WGF2321TCE, a 2.32kΩ 1% 1/16W 0402 thick film resistor. This guide provides pin-compatible alternatives and parametric options to help you manage your bill of materials.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Using parts with non-matching resistance requires circuit analysis to ensure performance is not compromised.
Package risklow
All presented candidates use the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility on the PCB.
Sourcing risklow
The target and alternatives are common value resistors from multiple manufacturers, suggesting good availability.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for 0402WGF2321TCE should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
The most direct replacement is FRC0402F2321TS, which matches all key electrical and physical parameters.
Main risk
The main risk is using a part with a different resistance value, which can alter circuit behavior. Several candidates have resistance values from 2.4kΩ to 2.55kΩ.
Recommended alternatives
6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | 0402WGF2321TCE | FRC0402F2321TS | 0402WGF2551TCE | AC0402FR-072K4L | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance | 2.32kΩ | 2.32kΩ | 2.55kΩ | 2.4kΩ | 2.32kΩ / 2.55kΩ / 2.4kΩ — Exact match.; 0402WGF2551TCE: Resistance is ~9.9% higher. Requires circuit analysis.; AC0402FR-072K4L: Resistance is ~3.4% higher. Requires circuit analysis.; FRC0402F2401TS: Resistance is ~3.4% higher. Requires circuit analysis. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | - | - | ±1% — Exact match.; FRC0402F2401TS: Tolerance matches. |
| Power | 1/16W | 1/16W | - | - | 1/16W — Power rating matches. |
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Same 0402 package.; 0402WGF2551TCE: Package matches.; AC0402FR-072K4L: Package matches.; FRC0402F2401TS: Package matches. |
| Technology | Thick Film | Thick Film | - | - | Thick Film — Same resistor technology. |
| Manufacturer | UNI-ROYAL | - | UNI-ROYAL | - | UNI-ROYAL — Same manufacturer, different resistance value in series. |
| Qualification | Commercial | - | - | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 — Candidate is automotive grade, an upgrade. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for 0402WGF2321TCE 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.