Is there a pin-compatible replacement for AT0402BRD072KL?

While several 0402 resistors exist, no direct pin-compatible replacement has been identified that matches all key electrical parameters like 0.1% tolerance and ±25 ppm/°C TCR. All candidates require engineering review.

What risks should I check before replacing AT0402BRD072KL?

Key risks include performance degradation from higher tolerance (e.g., 1% vs 0.1%) and higher TCR, which affects stability. Using a non-AEC-Q200 part in an automotive application is also a major reliability and safety risk.

AT0402BRD072KL Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

Yageo's AT0402BRD072KL is a precision 2kΩ, 0.1% tolerance, AEC-Q200 qualified thin film resistor in a 0402 package. Finding a substitute requires matching these critical parameters to ensure circuit performance and reliability.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Most candidates have 10x worse tolerance and 4x worse TCR, impacting performance.

Package risklow

All candidates match the 0402 package, ensuring form-fit compatibility.

Sourcing riskhigh

Switching from a precision automotive part to a general-purpose one requires re-qualification.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement was found. All candidates are parametric downgrades in tolerance, TCR, or technology, and most lack automotive qualification.

Best replacement path

For automotive use, prioritize AEC-Q200 parts like AC0402FR-072K05L, but verify if the circuit tolerates its lower precision. For non-automotive use, other 0.1% resistors may work.

Main risk

The primary risk is a loss of circuit precision and stability due to weaker tolerance and TCR. Using a non-qualified part in an automotive design is a critical reliability risk.

Recommended alternatives

Matches resistance and package with a higher power rating, but is a major downgrade in tolerance, TCR, and lacks AEC-Q200.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	AT0402BRD072KL	FRP0402F2001TS	RT0402BRD072K2L	AC0402FR-072K05L	Compatibility / risk
Resistance	2 kΩ	2 kΩ	2.2 kΩ	2.05 kΩ	2 kΩ / 2.2 kΩ / 2.05 kΩ — matched; RT0402BRD072K2L: 10% higher resistance value.; AC0402FR-072K05L: 2.5% higher resistance.
Package	0402	0402	-	0402	0402 — matched; AC0402FR-072K05L: matched
Power	1/16 W	1/10 W	-	-	1/10 W — Higher power rating is safe.
Tolerance	0.1%	1.0%	0.1%	1.0%	1.0% / 0.1% — Significant downgrade from 0.1%.; RT0402BRD072K2L: matched; AC0402FR-072K05L: Significant downgrade from precision 0.1%.
Application	AEC-Q200	Not specified	Not specified	AEC-Q200	Not specified / AEC-Q200 — Lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.; RT0402BRD072K2L: Lacks target's AEC-Q200 qualification.; AC0402FR-072K05L: Matches automotive grade.
Tcr	±25 ppm/°C	-	25 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C / ±100 ppm/°C — matched; AC0402FR-072K05L: Lower stability over temperature.
Technology	Thin Film	-	Thin Film	Thick Film	Thin Film / Thick Film — matched; AC0402FR-072K05L: Different resistor technology.

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Questions & answers

The best alternative depends on application needs. For automotive use, Yageo's AC0402FR-072K05L is also AEC-Q200 qualified but has lower precision (1% tolerance). If precision is key, a different 2kΩ, 0.1%, AEC-Q200 resistor is needed.