Best Alternatives to FRC0402F1603TS

Package: 0402FOJANChip Resistor - Surface MountResistance: 160 kΩTolerance: ±1%Power Rating: 1/16 WPackage/Case: 0402 (1005 Metric)Max Working Voltage: 50 V

Find suitable alternatives for the FRC0402F1603TS, a 160kΩ 1% 0402 thick film resistor. This guide reviews potential replacements, highlighting key parametric differences to ensure design compatibility.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Resistance value differences require circuit tolerance analysis.

Package risklow

All candidates share the same 0402 package.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for FRC0402F1603TS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

Use a 1% thick film 0402 resistor with a resistance value as close to 160kΩ as possible, such as 162kΩ, after verifying circuit tolerance.

Main risk

The primary risk is the slight deviation in resistance value, which could affect circuit performance in precision applications like voltage dividers or filter networks.

Recommended alternatives

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FRC0402F1623TS package
Needs validationlow risk

An excellent alternative from the same manufacturer series with a very close resistance of 162kΩ.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorFRC0402F1603TSFRC0402F1623TSRC0402FR-07162KLAC0402FR-07150KLCompatibility / risk
Resistance160kΩ162kΩ162kΩ150kΩ162kΩ / 150kΩ — +1.25% deviation, same mfr series; RC0402FR-07162KL: +1.25% deviation, within E96 series; AC0402FR-07150KL: -6.25% deviation; RT0402BRD07150KL: -6.25% deviation
Tolerance1%1%1%1%1% / 0.1% — matched; RC0402FR-07162KL: matched; AC0402FR-07150KL: matched; RT0402BRD07150KL: Higher precision
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C / 25 ppm/°C — matched; RC0402FR-07162KL: matched; AC0402FR-07150KL: matched; RT0402BRD07150KL: Higher stability
ManufacturerFOJANFOJAN--FOJAN — Same manufacturer and series
Package0402-0402-0402 — matched
ApplicationCommercial--AEC-Q200AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade
TechnologyThick Film---Thin Film — May affect noise/pulse performance

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for FRC0402F1603TS 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.