Is there a pin-compatible replacement for ERA2AEB162X?

Several 0402 resistors are pin-compatible, but none are exact drop-in replacements. Candidates like RT0402BRD071K65L have minor parametric differences that require verification.

What risks should I check before replacing ERA2AEB162X?

The main risks are changes in resistance value, tolerance, and temperature stability (TCR). The ERA2AEB162X is a precision resistor; using a lower-grade thick film part can impact circuit accuracy.

ERA2AEB162X Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | PANASONIC

Find and compare alternatives for the Panasonic ERA2AEB162X, a 1.6kΩ ±0.1% 0402 thin film precision resistor. Review key parametric differences before substitution.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Mismatches in resistance, tolerance, and TCR can affect circuit function.

Package risklow

All candidates are in the same 0402 package.

Sourcing riskmedium

Precision resistors can have tighter availability than general-purpose ones.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, one-to-one replacement has been identified. All candidates have parametric differences requiring engineering review.

Best replacement path

The best path is to use another precision thin film resistor like Yageo's RT0402BRD071K65L, after verifying the impact of its 1.65kΩ resistance.

Main risk

The primary risk is performance degradation from using a substitute with a different resistance value, wider tolerance, or higher TCR, as the target is a precision component.

Recommended alternatives

Close precision match (0.1% Thin Film) but with 1.65kΩ resistance. Requires engineering review.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	ERA2AEB162X	RT0402BRD071K65L	ERJ2RKF1501X	Compatibility / risk
Package	0402	0402	0402 (1005 Metric)	0402 / 0402 (1005 Metric) — Same 0402 package.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Same 0402 package.
Resistance	1.6 kΩ	1.65 kΩ	1.5 kΩ	1.65 kΩ / 1.5 kΩ — Resistance value is 3.1% higher.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Resistance value is 6.25% lower.
Tolerance	±0.1 %	±0.1%	±1%	±0.1% / ±1% — Same high precision tolerance.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Tolerance is 10x wider, a major downgrade.
Tcr	Thin Film, low ppm	Thin Film, 25 ppm/°C	Thick Film, ±100 ppm/°C	Thin Film, 25 ppm/°C / Thick Film, ±100 ppm/°C — Same technology and similar low TCR.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Lower grade technology with higher TCR.
Power	0.063 W	0.0625 W	0.1 W	0.0625 W / 0.1 W — Slightly lower power rating.; ERJ2RKF1501X: Higher power rating is an upgrade.

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Questions & answers

RT0402BRD071K65L from Yageo is a strong candidate, offering similar precision (±0.1% thin film) but with a slightly different resistance of 1.65kΩ. Engineering review is essential.