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A 16kΩ ±1% 1/16W resistor in the same 0402 package, a close value alternative.
Finding a substitute for the FRC0402F1652TS, a 16.5kΩ 1% 0402 resistor, involves selecting a nearby standard resistance value. Alternatives require careful review to ensure circuit performance is not adversely affected by the change in resistance.
Resistance deviation from 16.5kΩ requires validation to ensure circuit performs as expected.
All suggested alternatives use the same standard 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
No, there is no guaranteed direct drop-in replacement for FRC0402F1652TS due to its specific 16.5kΩ resistance value. All alternatives require engineering review.
The best replacement path is to select a resistor with a nearby standard value, such as 16kΩ or 15kΩ, and verify its impact on the circuit's performance. FRC0402F1602TS at 16kΩ is the closest value.
The primary risk is the change in resistance value, which can alter timing, gain, or bias points in the circuit.

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A 16kΩ ±1% 1/16W resistor in the same 0402 package, a close value alternative.
| Feature / factor | FRC0402F1652TS | FRC0402F1602TS | AT0402BRD0715KL | FRC0402F1802TS | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Same EIA 0402 package.; AT0402BRD0715KL: Same EIA 0402 package.; FRC0402F1802TS: matched; WR04X1502FTL: matched |
| Resistance | 16.5 kΩ | 16.0 kΩ | 15.0 kΩ | 18.0 kΩ | 16.0 kΩ / 15.0 kΩ / 18.0 kΩ — Resistance is 3% lower, within E96 series proximity.; AT0402BRD0715KL: Resistance is 9.1% lower.; FRC0402F1802TS: Resistance is 9.1% higher.; WR04X1502FTL: Resistance is 9.1% lower. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | ±0.1% | ±1% | ±1% / ±0.1% — matched; AT0402BRD0715KL: Tighter tolerance may be beneficial.; FRC0402F1802TS: matched; WR04X1502FTL: matched |
| Power | 1/16 W | 1/16 W | - | 1/16 W | 1/16 W — matched; FRC0402F1802TS: matched; WR04X1502FTL: matched |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | ±100 ppm/°C | ±25 ppm/°C | - | ±100 ppm/°C / ±25 ppm/°C — matched; AT0402BRD0715KL: Improved temperature stability. |
| Technology | Thick Film | - | Thin Film | - | Thin Film — Upgrade to thin film from thick film, offering lower noise. |
The best alternative is likely FRC0402F1602TS, which has a very close resistance of 16kΩ and matches all other key specifications. However, you must verify if the -3% resistance difference is acceptable for your application.