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Package: 1206UNI-ROYALChip Resistor - Surface MountResistance: 160 ΩTolerance: ±1%Power Rating: 0.25 WPackage / Case: 1206 (3216 Metric)Technology: Thick Film

Find and compare replacements for the UNI-ROYAL 1206W4F1600T5E, a 160Ω ±1% 0.25W 1206 thick film resistor. This page provides verified alternatives and analyzes key parametric differences.

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Electrical riskmedium

Using a part with wider tolerance (e.g., 5%) can impact circuit accuracy if the design requires 1%.

Package risklow

The 1206 package is highly standardized, minimizing placement issues.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for 1206W4F1600T5E should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

The best replacement path is to find a 1206, 160Ω, ±1%, 0.25W thick film resistor like FRC1206F1600TS.

Main risk

The main risk is using a part with incorrect resistance or wider tolerance, which can affect circuit performance.

Recommended alternatives

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Needs validationlow risk

Strong alternative with identical key electrical and physical specifications.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor1206W4F1600T5EFRC1206F1600TS1206W4J0161T5EAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Package1206120612061206 — Identical package ensures form and fit.; 1206W4J0161T5E: Identical package ensures form and fit.
Resistance160.0 Ω160.0 Ω160.0 Ω160.0 Ω — Resistance value is identical.; 1206W4J0161T5E: Resistance value is identical.
Tolerance1.0 %1.0 %5.0 %1.0 % / 5.0 % — Resistance tolerance is identical.; 1206W4J0161T5E: Wider tolerance may affect circuit precision.
Power0.25 W0.25 W0.25 W0.25 W — Power rating is identical.; 1206W4J0161T5E: Power rating is identical.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°CNot specified±100 ppm/°C / Not specified — Temperature coefficient is identical.; 1206W4J0161T5E: TCR is missing and must be verified from datasheet.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for 1206W4F1600T5E 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.