Best Alternatives to FRC0402F3161TS

Package: 0402FOJANChip Resistor - Surface MountResistance: 3.16 kΩTolerance: ±1%Power Rating: 0.0625 W (1/16 W)Package / Case: 0402 (1005 Metric)Max Working Voltage: 50 V

Finding a replacement for the FRC0402F3161TS 3.16kΩ 1% 0402 resistor involves matching key specs. Several pin-compatible thick film options and higher-precision thin film upgrades are available.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Many parts match key electrical specs.

Package risklow

0402 is a standard SMT package.

Sourcing risklow

This is a common resistor value with multiple sources.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for FRC0402F3161TS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

Start with Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates for FRC0402F3161TS, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.

Main risk

The primary risk is using a part with different technology (e.g., thin film vs. thick film) without considering potential performance differences.

Recommended alternatives

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0402WGF3161TCE package
Needs validationlow risk

This UNI-ROYAL resistor is a strong pin-compatible alternative, matching all key electrical and physical parameters.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorFRC0402F3161TS0402WGF3161TCERC0402FR-073K16LRT0402BRA073K16LCompatibility / risk
Resistance3.16 kΩ3.16 kΩ3.16 kΩ3.16 kΩ3.16 kΩ — Matches target value.; RC0402FR-073K16L: Matches target value.; RT0402BRA073K16L: Matches target value.; ARG02FTC3161: Matches target value.
Tolerance±1%±1%±1%±0.1%±1% / ±0.1% — Matches target tolerance.; RC0402FR-073K16L: Matches target tolerance.; RT0402BRA073K16L: Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.
Power0.0625 W0.0625 W0.0625 W0.0625 W0.0625 W — Matches target power rating.; RC0402FR-073K16L: Matches target power rating.; RT0402BRA073K16L: Matches target power rating. Catalog data error corrected.
Package04020402040204020402 — Matches target package.; RC0402FR-073K16L: Matches target package.; RT0402BRA073K16L: Matches target package.; ARG02FTC3161: Matches target package.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C-±100 ppm/°C / ±25 ppm/°C — Matches target TCR.; RC0402FR-073K16L: Matches target TCR.; ARG02FTC3161: Improved TCR provides better temperature stability.
TechnologyThick Film--Thin FilmThin Film — Upgrade to Thin Film offers better stability and lower noise.; ARG02FTC3161: Upgrade to Thin Film offers better stability and lower noise.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for FRC0402F3161TS 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.