Is there a pin-compatible replacement for AC0402FR-072K05L?

Several resistors share the 0402 package, making them physically compatible. However, no listed alternative matches the critical AEC-Q200 qualification, so they are not direct drop-in replacements for automotive designs.

What risks should I check before replacing AC0402FR-072K05L?

The main risk is the lack of AEC-Q200 automotive qualification in most alternatives. Also verify that the resistance, power rating, and Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) meet your circuit's requirements.

AC0402FR-072K05L Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

AC0402FR-072K05L is an automotive-grade 2.05kΩ 1% 0402 chip resistor. While direct automotive substitutes are specific, several commercial-grade alternatives exist for non-automotive applications.

AI replacement insight

Sourcing riskhigh

Finding an AEC-Q200 part with this exact resistance value may be difficult.

Electrical risklow

Parametrically similar commercial parts are widely available.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, fully-qualified replacement is identified. All candidates lack the target's AEC-Q200 automotive rating.

Best replacement path

For non-automotive applications, use a commercial-grade resistor like the Yageo RC series. For automotive use, source another AEC-Q200 qualified part.

Main risk

Substituting a non-AEC-Q200 part into an automotive application can lead to premature failure and reliability issues under stress.

Recommended alternatives

Commercial-grade version from the same manufacturer with slightly lower resistance (1.96kΩ).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	AC0402FR-072K05L	RC0402FR-071K96L	FRP0402F2001TS	RT0402BRD072K2L	Compatibility / risk
Qualification	AEC-Q200	None	None	None	None — Candidate is commercial grade, target is automotive grade.; FRP0402F2001TS: Candidate is commercial grade, target is automotive grade.; RT0402BRD072K2L: Candidate is commercial grade, target is automotive grade.
Resistance	2.05 kΩ	1.96 kΩ	2.0 kΩ	2.2 kΩ	1.96 kΩ / 2.0 kΩ / 2.2 kΩ — 4.4% lower resistance, within E12 series tolerance.; FRP0402F2001TS: 2.4% lower resistance, very close match.; RT0402BRD072K2L: 7.3% higher resistance.
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C / 25 ppm/°C — matched; FRP0402F2001TS: matched; RT0402BRD072K2L: Better temperature stability.
Package	0402	0402	0402	-	0402 — matched; FRP0402F2001TS: matched
Power	1/16 W	1/16 W	1/10 W	-	1/16 W / 1/10 W — matched; FRP0402F2001TS: Higher power rating is a safe upgrade.
Technology	Thick Film	-	-	Thin Film	Thin Film — May offer better stability but different pulse handling.
Tolerance	±1%	-	-	±0.1%	±0.1% — Tighter tolerance is a safe upgrade.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

For non-automotive uses, Yageo's RC0402FR-071K96L is a strong candidate as it is the commercial-grade equivalent. For automotive applications, a replacement must also be AEC-Q200 qualified.