Is there a pin-compatible replacement for 0402WGF3481TCE?

While several parts share the same 0402 package, no pin-compatible replacements with the exact 3.48kΩ resistance value were found. All suggested alternatives have different resistance values and must be reviewed by an engineer.

What risks should I check before replacing 0402WGF3481TCE?

The main risk is the resistance mismatch. The target is a 1% precision resistor; even a few percent deviation can affect circuit performance, such as in voltage dividers, filter cutoff frequencies, or amplifier gain stages. Always verify the impact on your specific application.

0402WGF3481TCE Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | UNI-ROYAL

Reviewing alternatives for the 3.48kΩ 1% 0402 resistor 0402WGF3481TCE. While no direct drop-in replacements were found, several parametric alternatives with similar packages and ratings are available but require engineering validation due to resistance differences.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Resistance deviation will alter circuit behavior, impacting gain, timing, or filtering.

Package risklow

All suggested candidates use the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement with the exact 3.48kΩ resistance was found. All candidates have different resistance values.

Best replacement path

Parametric alternative with closest resistance value.

Main risk

Resistance value mismatch in a precision application.

Recommended alternatives

Closest parametric match with 3.6kΩ resistance in the same 0402 package and power rating.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	0402WGF3481TCE	FRC0402F3601TS	AC0402FR-073K3L	WR04X3301FTL	Compatibility / risk
Resistance	3.48 kΩ	3.6 kΩ	3.3 kΩ	3.3 kΩ	3.6 kΩ / 3.3 kΩ — Candidate resistance is 3.4% higher. Requires circuit analysis.; AC0402FR-073K3L: Candidate resistance is 5.2% lower. Requires circuit analysis.; WR04X3301FTL: Candidate resistance is 5.2% lower. Requires circuit analysis.
Tolerance	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1% — matched; AC0402FR-073K3L: matched; WR04X3301FTL: matched
Power	1/16 W	1/16 W	1/16 W	1/16 W	1/16 W — matched; AC0402FR-073K3L: matched; WR04X3301FTL: matched
Package	0402	0402	0402	0402	0402 — matched; AC0402FR-073K3L: matched; WR04X3301FTL: matched
Voltage	50 V	50 V	-	-	50 V — Max working voltage matches.
Application	Commercial	-	AEC-Q200	-	AEC-Q200 — Candidate is automotive grade, an upgrade over the target.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

FRC0402F3601TS is the closest parametric alternative with a 3.6kΩ resistance (+3.4% deviation). For automotive use, AC0402FR-073K3L is an AEC-Q200 qualified option with 3.3kΩ resistance. All substitutes require engineering review.