Is there a pin-compatible replacement for AC0402DR-0710KL?

Yes, parts like RC0402DR-0710KL are parametrically identical (10kΩ, ±0.5%, 0402 package), but they are not AEC-Q200 qualified and are for general-purpose use, not automotive applications.

What risks should I check before replacing AC0402DR-0710KL?

First, verify if your application can tolerate a wider resistance tolerance (e.g., ±1% instead of ±0.5%). Second, confirm if AEC-Q200 automotive qualification is a mandatory requirement for reliability and safety.

AC0402DR-0710KL Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

AC0402DR-0710KL is a precision (±0.5%), AEC-Q200 qualified 10kΩ resistor from Yageo in an 0402 package. Finding a substitute requires matching the automotive qualification and tight tolerance.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Most alternatives have a wider tolerance (±1% vs ±0.5%), which may affect circuit precision.

Sourcing riskhigh

Using a non-AEC-Q200 part in an automotive design can lead to qualification failure and reliability issues.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct drop-in replacement is identified. The closest options require relaxing the tolerance from ±0.5% to ±1% or forgoing the AEC-Q200 qualification.

Best replacement path

Use other Yageo AC-series or AF-series parts like AF0402FR-0710KL, which match the automotive grade but have a slightly wider ±1% tolerance.

Main risk

The main risks are accepting a wider resistance tolerance or using a non-automotive grade component in a critical application.

Recommended alternatives

Parametrically identical but not automotive-grade; suitable for non-AEC-Q200 applications.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	AC0402DR-0710KL	RC0402DR-0710KL	AC0402FR-1310KL	AF0402FR-0710KL	Compatibility / risk
Package	0402	0402	0402	0402	0402 — Package size matches.; AC0402FR-1310KL: Package size matches.; AF0402FR-0710KL: Package size matches.
Tolerance	±0.5%	±0.5%	±1%	±1%	±0.5% / ±1% — Tolerance matches the target's precision spec.; AC0402FR-1310KL: Tolerance is wider than target's precision spec.; AF0402FR-0710KL: Tolerance is wider than target's precision spec.
Application	AEC-Q200	General Purpose	AEC-Q200	AEC-Q200, Anti-Sulfur	General Purpose / AEC-Q200 / AEC-Q200, Anti-Sulfur — Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified.; AC0402FR-1310KL: Both are from the same Yageo AC automotive series.; AF0402FR-0710KL: Matches automotive grade and adds anti-sulfur feature.
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	-	-	±100 ppm/°C — matched
Resistance	10 kΩ	-	10 kΩ	10 kΩ	10 kΩ — matched; AF0402FR-0710KL: matched
Power	1/16 W	-	-	1/16 W	1/16 W — matched

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

The best alternatives are AEC-Q200 qualified parts like Yageo's AF0402FR-0710KL or AC0402FR-1310KL. They match all key specs except for a slightly wider tolerance of ±1%, which must be verified for your design.