
Yageo
Pin-compatible upgrade with tighter tolerance (±0.1%) and lower TCR (25 ppm/°C).
FRC0402F1822TS is a general-purpose 18.2kΩ 1% 0402 resistor. Several alternatives are available, including a direct upgrade and options with slightly different resistance values.
All candidates share the same 0402 package.
Resistance value differs in most candidates, requiring circuit validation.
Direct replacement for FRC0402F1822TS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Start with Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates for FRC0402F1822TS, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.
Resistance mismatch is the primary risk when considering other alternatives, with deviations from -1.1% to +9.9%.

Yageo
Pin-compatible upgrade with tighter tolerance (±0.1%) and lower TCR (25 ppm/°C).
| Feature / factor | FRC0402F1822TS | RT0402BRD0718K2L | RC0402FR-0718K7L | RT0402BRD0718K7L | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | - | - | 0402 — Package size matches. |
| Resistance | 18.2 kΩ | 18.2 kΩ | 18.7 kΩ | 18.7 kΩ | 18.2 kΩ / 18.7 kΩ / 18 kΩ — Resistance value matches.; RC0402FR-0718K7L: Resistance is 18.7kΩ, a +2.7% deviation.; RT0402BRD0718K7L: Resistance is 18.7kΩ, a +2.7% deviation.; RT0402BRD0718KL: Resistance is 18kΩ, a -1.1% deviation. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±0.1% | - | ±0.1% | ±0.1% — Candidate has tighter tolerance.; RT0402BRD0718K7L: Candidate has tighter tolerance.; RT0402BRD0718KL: Candidate has tighter tolerance. |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | 25 ppm/°C | - | 25 ppm/°C | 25 ppm/°C — Candidate has better temperature stability.; RT0402BRD0718K7L: Candidate has better temperature stability.; RT0402BRD0718KL: Candidate has better temperature stability. |
| Technology | Thick Film | Thin Film | Thick Film | - | Thin Film / Thick Film — Upgrade to higher precision technology.; RC0402FR-0718K7L: Technology matches target. |
Verified drop-in options for FRC0402F1822TS 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.