AC0402FR-073KL
Yageo
Needs validationlow risk
An upgrade path with tighter tolerance (±1%) and automotive qualification (AEC-Q200).
Best Alternatives to 0402WGJ0302TCE
Find reliable alternatives for the UNI-ROYAL 0402WGJ0302TCE, a 3kΩ, 5% tolerance, 1/16W 0402 chip resistor. This guide reviews pin-compatible and parametric substitutes to help you manage your supply chain.
AI replacement insight
Electrical risklow
Low for 1:1 matches. Medium for parts with different resistance or TCR.
Package risklow
All reviewed candidates are in the same 0402 package, ensuring form-fit compatibility.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for 0402WGJ0302TCE should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
Upgrade to a 1% tolerance part like Yageo AC0402FR-073KL for better precision, or use FOJAN FRC0402J302 TS for a like-for-like replacement.
Main risk
The main risk is using a substitute with a different resistance value or a worse Temperature Coefficient (TCR), which can affect circuit performance.
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | 0402WGJ0302TCE | AC0402FR-073KL | FRC0402J302 TS | 0402WGF3011TCE | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance | 3kΩ | 3kΩ | 3kΩ | 3.01kΩ | 3kΩ / 3.01kΩ — Exact match.; FRC0402J302 TS: Exact match.; 0402WGF3011TCE: 0.33% higher resistance, well within target's 5% tolerance.; RC-02K302JT: Exact match. |
| Tolerance | ±5% | ±1% | ±5% | ±1% | ±1% / ±5% — Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.; FRC0402J302 TS: Exact match.; 0402WGF3011TCE: Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.; RC-02K302JT: Exact match. |
| Power | 1/16W | 1/16W | 1/16W | 1/16W | 1/16W — Sufficient power rating.; FRC0402J302 TS: Sufficient power rating.; 0402WGF3011TCE: Sufficient power rating. |
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Identical package size.; FRC0402J302 TS: Identical package size.; 0402WGF3011TCE: Identical package size.; RC-02K302JT: Identical package size. |
| Application | General Purpose | AEC-Q200 | - | - | AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade offers higher reliability. |
| Tcr | Not specified | - | ±100 ppm/°C | - | ±100 ppm/°C / ±200ppm/℃ — Standard TCR, likely compatible.; RC-02K302JT: Worse TCR may affect stability over temperature. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for 0402WGJ0302TCE 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.