Best Alternatives to FRC0402F3901TS

Package: 0402FOJANChip Resistor - Surface MountResistance: 3.9 kΩTolerance: ±1%Power Rating: 1/16 WPackage/Case: 0402 (1005 metric)Max Working Voltage: 50 V

FRC0402F3901TS is a general-purpose 3.9kΩ, 1% tolerance, 1/16W thick film chip resistor in a standard 0402 package. Finding a suitable replacement involves matching these key parameters.

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Electrical risklow

Low for matched parts like AC0402FR-073K9L; medium for parts with different resistance.

Package risklow

All reviewed candidates are in the same 0402 package.

Sourcing risklow

Candidates are from major manufacturers like Yageo, ensuring good availability.

Can it be replaced directly?

Yes, AC0402FR-073K9L from Yageo is a strong candidate for direct replacement, matching all key specs and adding AEC-Q200 qualification.

Best replacement path

For a direct functional match, AC0402FR-073K9L is a strong candidate. For higher precision needs, consider the thin-film RT0402BRD073K9L.

Main risk

The main risk is selecting a part with a different resistance value, which requires circuit re-evaluation. Other parametric differences like TCR or technology may affect performance in sensitive applications.

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A direct parametric match in an 0402 package, with the added benefit of AEC-Q200 qualification.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorFRC0402F3901TSAC0402FR-073K9LRT0402BRD073K9LFRC0402F4221TSCompatibility / risk
Package04020402040204020402 — Same package and pin count.; RT0402BRD073K9L: Same package and pin count.; FRC0402F4221TS: Same package and pin count.; RC0402FR-073K74L: Same package and pin count.
Resistance3.9 kΩ, ±1%3.9 kΩ, ±1%3.9 kΩ4.22 kΩ3.9 kΩ, ±1% / 4.22 kΩ / 3.74 kΩ — Resistance and tolerance match.; RT0402BRD073K9L: Resistance value matches.; FRC0402F4221TS: Resistance is ~8.2% higher than target.; RC0402FR-073K74L: Resistance is ~4.1% lower than target.
Power1/16 W1/16 W--1/16 W — Power rating matches.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C25 ppm/°C-±100 ppm/°C / 25 ppm/°C — Temperature coefficient matches.; RT0402BRD073K9L: Candidate has a better temperature coefficient.
ApplicationGeneral PurposeAEC-Q200--AEC-Q200 — Candidate is automotive qualified.
Tolerance±1%-±0.1%±1%±0.1% / ±1% — Candidate has tighter tolerance.; FRC0402F4221TS: Tolerance matches.; RC0402FR-073K74L: Tolerance matches.
TechnologyThick Film-Thin Film-Thin Film — Different resistor technology, may affect noise/stability.

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Questions & answers

AC0402FR-073K9L is an excellent alternative, offering the same key electrical parameters with the added benefit of AEC-Q200 automotive qualification. RT0402BRD073K9L is another strong option with tighter tolerance and TCR.