What risks should I check before replacing FRC0402F2802TS?

The main risk is a mismatch in resistance. Several alternatives have values from 25.5kΩ to 30.1kΩ, which can affect circuit performance. Also, verify the Temperature Coefficient (TCR) and technology (Thick vs. Thin Film) are acceptable for your design.

FRC0402F2802TS Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | FOJAN

FRC0402F2802TS is a general-purpose 28kΩ, 1% tolerance, 1/16W thick film resistor in a 0402 package. Several alternatives are available, including a potential pin-compatible match and parametric alternatives with different resistance values or upgraded specifications.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Resistance and TCR mismatches require engineering review.

Package risklow

All suggested candidates share the same 0402 package.

Sourcing risklow

Multiple vendors offer suitable alternatives.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for FRC0402F2802TS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

Verify TCR for 0402WGF2802TCE for a direct drop-in. If unavailable, use FRC0402F2942TS and validate the +5% resistance shift.

Main risk

Resistance deviation in parametric alternatives requires circuit re-evaluation.

Recommended alternatives

Potential pin-to-pin match with same resistance, tolerance, and package. Requires TCR verification.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	FRC0402F2802TS	0402WGF2802TCE	FRC0402F2942TS	RT0402BRD0727KL	Compatibility / risk
Package	0402	0402	0402	-	0402 — Matches target package.; FRC0402F2942TS: Matches target package.
Resistance	28kΩ	28kΩ	29.4kΩ	27kΩ	28kΩ / 29.4kΩ / 27kΩ — Matches target resistance.; FRC0402F2942TS: Slightly higher resistance (+5%). Circuit analysis recommended.; RT0402BRD0727KL: Slightly lower resistance (-3.6%). Circuit analysis recommended.
Tolerance	±1%	±1%	±1%	±0.1%	±1% / ±0.1% — Matches target tolerance.; FRC0402F2942TS: Matches target tolerance.; RT0402BRD0727KL: Tighter tolerance than target.
Power	1/16W	1/16W	-	-	1/16W — Matches target power rating.
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	Unknown	±100 ppm/°C	25 ppm/°C	Unknown / ±100 ppm/°C / 25 ppm/°C — TCR not found in available data, must be verified from datasheet.; FRC0402F2942TS: Matches target TCR.; RT0402BRD0727KL: Better TCR than target.
Technology	Thick Film	-	-	Thin Film	Thin Film — Different technology, generally an upgrade.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for FRC0402F2802TS 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.