What risks should I check before replacing FRC0402F1602TS?

The main risk is the difference in resistance from the original 16kΩ. You must verify if your circuit can tolerate values like 15.8kΩ or 15kΩ. Also check for technology differences (Thick vs. Thin Film) if noise or stability is critical.

FRC0402F1602TS Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | FOJAN

FRC0402F1602TS is a general-purpose 16 kΩ, 1% tolerance, 1/16W thick film resistor in a standard 0402 package. This page provides an engineering review of potential alternatives and their compatibility.

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Electrical riskmedium

Resistance values differ from target, requiring circuit analysis.

Package risklow

All candidates share the same 0402 package.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for FRC0402F1602TS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

The closest substitute is RT0402BRD0715K8L, with 15.8kΩ resistance and superior specs. For high-reliability applications, consider the AEC-Q200 qualified AT0402BRD0715KL (15kΩ).

Main risk

The primary risk is the resistance mismatch. No candidate has the exact 16kΩ value, requiring circuit tolerance analysis before substitution.

Recommended alternatives

Pin-compatible 0402 resistor with a very close 15.8kΩ resistance and superior tolerance and TCR.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	FRC0402F1602TS	RT0402BRD0715K8L	AT0402BRD0715KL	WR04X1502FTL	Compatibility / risk
Resistance	16 kΩ	15.8 kΩ	15 kΩ	15 kΩ	15.8 kΩ / 15 kΩ — 1.25% lower, very close match.; AT0402BRD0715KL: 6.25% lower, requires analysis.; WR04X1502FTL: 6.25% lower, requires analysis.
Package	0402	0402	0402	0402	0402 — Identical package and pinout.; AT0402BRD0715KL: Identical package.; WR04X1502FTL: Identical package.
Tolerance	±1%	±0.1%	±0.1%	±1%	±0.1% / ±1% — Tighter tolerance is a strict upgrade.; AT0402BRD0715KL: Tighter tolerance.; WR04X1502FTL: Tolerance matches.
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C	±25 ppm/°C	-	25 ppm/°C / ±25 ppm/°C — Significantly better temperature stability.; AT0402BRD0715KL: Better temperature stability.
Technology	Thick Film	Thin Film	-	Thick Film	Thin Film / Thick Film — Different technology, typically lower noise.; WR04X1502FTL: Technology matches.
Application	Commercial	-	AEC-Q200	-	AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade, a key feature upgrade.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for FRC0402F1602TS are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.