Best Alternatives to AC1206FR-073KL

Package: 1206 (3216 Metric)YageoChip Resistor - Surface MountSeries: ACPackage: Tape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT); Digi-Reel®Resistance: 3 kOhmsTolerance: ±1%Composition: Thick Film

Find the best replacement for the Yageo AC1206FR-073KL, a 3kΩ 1% 0.25W 1206 automotive-grade chip resistor. This guide analyzes pin-compatible and functional alternatives, highlighting critical parameters like AEC-Q200 qualification.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Using parts with wider tolerance (5%) or different technology (thin film) can affect circuit performance and reliability.

Package risklow

All presented candidates use the same 1206 surface-mount package, ensuring physical compatibility.

Sourcing riskhigh

Substituting a non-AEC-Q200 part into a design requiring it can lead to field failures and void certifications.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for AC1206FR-073KL should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

AECR1206F3K00K9 by RESI is the best replacement path as it matches all key parameters including the critical AEC-Q200 qualification.

Main risk

The main risk is substituting with a non-AEC-Q200 qualified resistor in an automotive or high-reliability application.

Recommended alternatives

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AECR1206F3K00K9 package
Needs validationlow risk

Strong pin-to-pin alternative with matching package, electricals, and AEC-Q200 automotive qualification.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorAC1206FR-073KLAECR1206F3K00K9FRC1206F3001TSRS-06K3001FTCompatibility / risk
Package12061206120612061206 — Package size matches.; FRC1206F3001TS: Package size matches.; RS-06K3001FT: Package size matches.; RT1206BRD073KL: Package size matches.
Resistance3000.0 ohm3000.0 ohm--3000.0 ohm — Resistance matches.
Tolerance1.0%1.0%1.0%1.0%1.0% / 0.1% — Tolerance matches.; FRC1206F3001TS: Tolerance matches.; RS-06K3001FT: Tolerance matches.; RT1206BRD073KL: Candidate has tighter tolerance.
ApplicationAEC-Q200AEC-Q200NoneNoneAEC-Q200 / None — Candidate is also AEC-Q200 qualified.; FRC1206F3001TS: Candidate lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.; RS-06K3001FT: Candidate lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.; RT1206BRD073KL: Candidate lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C-±100 ppm/°C±100ppm/℃±100 ppm/°C / ±100ppm/℃ / 25 ppm/°C — TCR matches.; RS-06K3001FT: TCR matches.; RT1206BRD073KL: Candidate has better temperature stability.
TechnologyThick Film---Thin Film — Different resistor technology may affect performance.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for AC1206FR-073KL 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.