Is there a pin-compatible replacement for FRC0603F1604TS?

Yes, 0603WAF1604T5E is a pin-compatible 0603 resistor. However, it is not a guaranteed drop-in replacement without verifying its TCR against your circuit's needs.

What risks should I check before replacing FRC0603F1604TS?

Key risks include using a substitute with wider tolerance (e.g., ±5% instead of ±1%), a different resistance value, or an unknown Temperature Coefficient (TCR), all of which can impact circuit performance.

FRC0603F1604TS Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | FOJAN

Find and compare alternatives for the FRC0603F1604TS, a 1.6MΩ ±1% 0.1W 0603 chip resistor. Review parametric differences like tolerance and resistance before substitution.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Substitutes have different tolerance, resistance, or unknown TCR.

Package risklow

All viable candidates share the same 0603 package.

Sourcing risklow

Multiple vendors offer similar parts.

Can it be replaced directly?

No confirmed direct drop-in replacement exists without review. 0603WAF1604T5E is a strong candidate but requires TCR verification.

Best replacement path

The closest match is 0603WAF1604T5E, but its TCR must be verified. For less critical applications, FRC0603J165 TS is an option if ±5% tolerance is acceptable.

Main risk

The main risks are mismatched tolerance (±5% vs ±1%) or a different resistance value (1.5MΩ vs 1.6MΩ), requiring circuit analysis.

Recommended alternatives

Functional alternative with same resistance and power, but wider ±5% tolerance.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	FRC0603F1604TS	FRC0603J165 TS	0603WAF1604T5E	FRC0603F1504TS	Compatibility / risk
Package	0603	0603	0603	0603	0603 — Same EIA package size.; 0603WAF1604T5E: Same EIA package size.; FRC0603F1504TS: Same EIA package size.
Resistance	1.6 MΩ	1.6 MΩ	1.6 MΩ	1.5 MΩ	1.6 MΩ / 1.5 MΩ — Resistance value matches.; 0603WAF1604T5E: Resistance value matches.; FRC0603F1504TS: Different standard resistance value.
Tolerance	±1%	±5%	±1%	±1%	±5% / ±1% — Wider tolerance may impact precision.; 0603WAF1604T5E: Precision tolerance matches.; FRC0603F1504TS: Precision tolerance matches.
Power	0.1 W	0.1 W	0.1 W	0.1 W	0.1 W — Power rating matches.; 0603WAF1604T5E: Power rating matches.; FRC0603F1504TS: Power rating matches (assuming data correction).
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	±100 ppm/°C	Unknown	-	±100 ppm/°C / Unknown — TCR matches.; 0603WAF1604T5E: TCR not specified in provided data.

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Questions & answers

0603WAF1604T5E is a strong candidate with matching core parameters, but its temperature coefficient (TCR) must be verified from the datasheet before use in precision applications.