Is there a pin-compatible replacement for 1206W4F820KT5E?

Yes, several 1206 package resistors like RC1206FR-078R2L are pin-compatible. However, true drop-in suitability depends on matching secondary parameters like Temperature Coefficient (TCR).

What risks should I check before replacing 1206W4F820KT5E?

Key risks include differences in Temperature Coefficient (TCR), resistance tolerance, and resistance value. A higher TCR can cause resistance to drift with temperature, while a wider tolerance or different value may affect circuit precision.

1206W4F820KT5E Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | UNI-ROYAL

1206W4F820KT5E is a general-purpose 8.2Ω 1% 0.25W thick film resistor in a 1206 package. Alternatives exist but require careful review of secondary parameters like TCR and tolerance.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Substitutes may have higher TCR or different resistance values, requiring circuit analysis.

Package risklow

All viable candidates share the same 1206 package, ensuring physical compatibility.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, fully-equivalent replacement was identified. The closest candidates have variations in key secondary parameters like TCR or tolerance.

Best replacement path

The most viable path is using a functional alternative like Yageo RC1206FR-078R2L, after verifying the application's tolerance to a higher TCR.

Main risk

The primary risk is substituting with a part that has a higher Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR), which could impact circuit stability over temperature.

Recommended alternatives

A functional alternative with matching core specs but a higher TCR that requires review.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	1206W4F820KT5E	RC1206FR-078R2L	FRC1206F8R20TS	1206W4F750KT5E	Compatibility / risk
Package	1206	1206	1206	1206	1206 — Form factor matches.; FRC1206F8R20TS: Form factor matches.; 1206W4F750KT5E: Form factor matches.
Resistance	8.2 Ω	8.2 Ω	8.2 Ω	7.5 Ω	8.2 Ω / 7.5 Ω — Resistance value matches.; FRC1206F8R20TS: Resistance value matches.; 1206W4F750KT5E: Resistance is ~8.5% lower.
Tolerance	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1% — Tolerance matches.; FRC1206F8R20TS: Tolerance matches.; 1206W4F750KT5E: Tolerance matches.
Power	0.25 W	0.25 W	-	-	0.25 W — Power rating matches.
Tcr	est. ±100 ppm/°C	±200 ppm/°C	±400 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	±200 ppm/°C / ±400 ppm/°C / ±100 ppm/°C — Higher TCR may affect stability.; FRC1206F8R20TS: Significantly higher TCR.; 1206W4F750KT5E: TCR matches.

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Questions & answers

Yageo's RC1206FR-078R2L is a strong functional alternative with identical core parameters, but a higher TCR (±200 ppm/°C) that requires engineering review.