
Yageo
A high-precision alternative with better tolerance and TCR, but uses Thin Film technology instead of Thick Film.
Finding a substitute for the CR0603FA1502G 15kΩ 1% resistor involves checking tolerance and technology. Alternatives exist, but may offer different precision (e.g., 0.1%) or require review due to technology changes (Thick vs. Thin Film).
Tolerance and technology changes require engineering validation.
All viable candidates use the same 0603 package.
15kΩ 0603 resistors are a common commodity item from multiple vendors.
No direct 1:1 replacement with identical parameters was identified. The closest options involve either a change in technology to Thin Film or a relaxation of tolerance to 5%.
Upgrade to a high-precision thin film resistor like RT0603BRB0715KL if the application can benefit and the technology change is acceptable.
The primary risk is a mismatch in either resistance tolerance or resistor technology (Thick vs. Thin Film), impacting circuit precision and behavior.

Yageo
A high-precision alternative with better tolerance and TCR, but uses Thin Film technology instead of Thick Film.
| Feature / factor | CR0603FA1502G | RT0603BRB0715KL | PTFR0603B15K0N9 | RS-03K153JT | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 — Package size matches.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Package size matches.; RS-03K153JT: Package size matches.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Package size matches. |
| Resistance | 15kΩ | 15kΩ | 15kΩ | 15kΩ | 15kΩ — Resistance value matches.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Resistance value matches.; RS-03K153JT: Resistance value matches.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Resistance value matches. |
| Power | 0.1W | 0.1W | - | - | 0.1W — Power rating matches. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±0.1% | ±0.1% | ±5% | ±0.1% / ±5% — Tighter tolerance is a potential upgrade.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Tighter tolerance is a potential upgrade.; RS-03K153JT: Wider tolerance is a significant downgrade.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Wider tolerance is a significant downgrade. |
| Technology | Thick Film | Thin Film | Thin Film | Thick Film | Thin Film / Thick Film — Technology change requires review.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Technology change requires review.; RS-03K153JT: Technology matches.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Technology matches. |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | 10 ppm/°C | ±10ppm/℃ | ±100ppm/℃ | 10 ppm/°C / ±10ppm/℃ / ±100ppm/℃ / ±200 ppm/°C — Lower TCR provides better stability.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Lower TCR provides better stability.; RS-03K153JT: TCR matches.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Worse TCR reduces stability. |
For high-precision needs, thin film resistors like Yageo's RT0603BRB0715KL offer better tolerance (0.1%) and TCR, but require review. For general use where tolerance is flexible, Yageo's RC0603JR-0715KL is an option but has a wider ±5% tolerance.