
FOJAN
A form and function compatible 0805 resistor, but with a higher temperature coefficient (TCR) than the original part.
Finding a substitute for the Viking Tech ARG05FTC2491 involves matching its 2.49kΩ resistance, 0805 package, and ±25ppm/°C TCR. Alternatives must be carefully checked for temperature stability.
TCR mismatch can cause performance degradation in temperature-sensitive circuits.
Standard 0805 package is widely available and compatible.
No direct drop-in replacement has been identified. The closest candidates have a worse Temperature Coefficient (TCR), which may impact performance in precision circuits.
Search for thin film 0805 resistors with 2.49kΩ resistance, ±1% tolerance, and TCR of ±25ppm/°C or better.
The primary risk is substituting a general-purpose resistor with a higher TCR (e.g., ±100ppm/°C) for this precision part (±25ppm/°C), causing drift with temperature changes.

FOJAN
A form and function compatible 0805 resistor, but with a higher temperature coefficient (TCR) than the original part.
| Feature / factor | ARG05FTC2491 | FRC0805F2491TS | RC0805FR-072K49L | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0805 | 0805 | 0805 | 0805 — Package size matches.; RC0805FR-072K49L: Package size matches. | |
| Resistance | 2.49kΩ | 2.49kΩ | 2.49kΩ | 2.49kΩ — Resistance value matches.; RC0805FR-072K49L: Resistance value matches. | |
| Power | 0.125W | 0.125W | 0.125W | 0.125W — Power rating matches.; RC0805FR-072K49L: Power rating matches. | |
| Tcr | ±25ppm/℃ | ±100 ppm/°C | ±100 ppm/°C | ±100 ppm/°C — Candidate TCR is worse, less stable.; RC0805FR-072K49L: Candidate TCR is worse, less stable. | |
| Technology | Thin Film (implied) | - | Thick Film | Thick Film — General purpose vs. precision. |
The best alternative would be another thin film 0805 resistor with 2.49kΩ resistance, ≥0.125W power, and a TCR of ±25ppm/°C or better. Candidates with higher TCR exist but require circuit validation.