Is there a pin-compatible replacement for AT0402BRD071K2L?

No, none of the candidates are a direct pin-compatible replacement without caveats. All have significant differences in electrical parameters like resistance, tolerance, TCR, or lack the required automotive qualification.

What risks should I check before replacing AT0402BRD071K2L?

Before replacing, you must verify: 1. Can your circuit tolerate a different resistance value? 2. Is a ±1% tolerance and ±100ppm/°C TCR acceptable? 3. Is AEC-Q200 qualification required for your application? 4. Can you use a thick film part instead of thin film?

AT0402BRD071K2L Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

YAGEO's AT0402BRD071K2L is a high-precision, automotive-grade 1.2kΩ resistor. Finding a suitable replacement requires a careful review of tolerance, temperature coefficient (TCR), and AEC-Q200 qualification to avoid compromising circuit performance and reliability.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Mismatches in tolerance, TCR, and resistance value can significantly alter circuit performance.

Package risklow

All candidates share the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.

Sourcing riskmedium

Finding an exact match for this high-spec part may be challenging; compromises are likely needed.

Can it be replaced directly?

No, there are no direct 1:1 replacements in this list. All candidates require engineering review due to differences in tolerance, TCR, resistance value, or automotive qualification.

Best replacement path

For precision applications, alternatives must match the ±0.1% tolerance and ±25 ppm/°C TCR. For automotive use, AEC-Q200 is mandatory. No single candidate meets all criteria.

Main risk

The primary risk is substituting a precision thin-film resistor with a lower-grade thick-film part or one with a different resistance value, impacting circuit accuracy and reliability.

Recommended alternatives

High-precision thin film resistor with a different resistance value (1.15kΩ) and no automotive qualification.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	AT0402BRD071K2L	RT0402BRD071K15L	RT0402BRD071K1L	AC0402FR-071K2L	Compatibility / risk
Resistance	1.2 kΩ	1.15 kΩ	1.1 kΩ	1.2 kΩ	1.15 kΩ / 1.1 kΩ / 1.2 kΩ — 4.2% lower than target.; RT0402BRD071K1L: 8.3% lower than target.; AC0402FR-071K2L: matched
Tolerance	±0.1%	±0.1%	±0.1%	±1%	±0.1% / ±1% — matched; RT0402BRD071K1L: matched; AC0402FR-071K2L: 10x wider tolerance.
Tcr	±25 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C / ±100 ppm/°C — matched; RT0402BRD071K1L: matched; AC0402FR-071K2L: 4x higher TCR.
Technology	Thin Film	Thin Film	-	Thick Film	Thin Film / Thick Film — matched; AC0402FR-071K2L: Target is high-stability Thin Film.
Application	AEC-Q200	Commercial	Commercial	AEC-Q200	Commercial / AEC-Q200 — Lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.; RT0402BRD071K1L: Lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.; AC0402FR-071K2L: Both are automotive grade.

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Questions & answers

There is no single best alternative for AT0402BRD071K2L in the provided list. If precision is key, RT0402BRD071K15L is closest but has a different resistance and lacks AEC-Q200. If AEC-Q200 is mandatory, AC0402FR-071K2L is an option but is a major downgrade in precision.