
Yageo
A strong pin-to-pin alternative from Yageo with matching key electrical and physical specs.
Reviewing substitutes for the Viking Tech ARG02BTC4701, a 4.7kΩ 0.1% 25ppm/°C thin film resistor in an 0402 package. This analysis identifies pin-compatible alternatives, upgrades, and parametric variants from Yageo and Viking Tech.
Some candidates have weaker TCR or lower voltage ratings. Mismatched resistance is also a risk with parametric alternatives.
All reviewed candidates use the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
Alternatives from major manufacturers like Yageo are widely available, potentially improving supply chain resilience.
Direct replacement for ARG02BTC4701 should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
The most straightforward replacement is Yageo RT0402BRD074K7L, which is a pin-to-pin match. For enhanced reliability, consider the automotive-grade AT0402BRD074K7L.
The main risk is using a substitute with a weaker Temperature Coefficient (TCR) or lower voltage rating, which can compromise precision and safety.

Yageo
A strong pin-to-pin alternative from Yageo with matching key electrical and physical specs.
| Feature / factor | ARG02BTC4701 | RT0402BRD074K7L | AT0402BRD074K7L | AR02BTC5101 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Same package ensures form and fit.; AT0402BRD074K7L: Same package ensures form and fit.; AR02BTC5101: Same package ensures form and fit.; RT0402BRE074K7L: Same package ensures form and fit. |
| Resistance | 4.7kΩ | 4.7kΩ | 4.7kΩ | 5.1kΩ | 4.7kΩ / 5.1kΩ — Resistance value matches.; AT0402BRD074K7L: Resistance value matches.; AR02BTC5101: Resistance is ~8.5% higher.; RT0402BRE074K7L: Resistance value matches. |
| Tolerance | ±0.1% | ±0.1% | ±0.1% | ±0.1% | ±0.1% — Precision tolerance matches.; AT0402BRD074K7L: Precision tolerance matches.; AR02BTC5101: Precision tolerance matches.; RT0402BRE074K7L: Precision tolerance matches. |
| Tcr | ±25ppm/°C | 25 ppm/°C | - | ±25ppm/°C | 25 ppm/°C / ±25ppm/°C / 50 ppm/°C — Temperature coefficient matches.; AR02BTC5101: Temperature coefficient matches.; RT0402BRE074K7L: Worse TCR may affect performance in precision circuits. |
| Voltage | 50V | 50V | - | - | 50V — Voltage rating matches.; RT0402BRE074K7L: Voltage rating matches. |
| Application | Commercial | - | AEC-Q200 | - | AEC-Q200 — Automotive qualification is an upgrade. |
Verified drop-in options for ARG02BTC4701 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.