0603WAF3831T5E
UNI-ROYAL
Needs validationlow risk
Parametrically identical 3.83kΩ 1% 0.1W 0603 resistor from UNI-ROYAL. A strong alternative.
Best Alternatives to FRC0603F3831TS
Find direct and parametric alternatives for the FRC0603F3831TS, a 3.83kΩ 1% 0.1W 0603 thick film resistor. Review key parameter differences before substitution.
AI replacement insight
Electrical risklow
Low for pin-compatible options; Medium for parametric alternatives due to resistance deviation.
Package risklow
All reviewed candidates use the same 0603 package, ensuring form and fit compatibility.
Sourcing risklow
Multiple vendors (Yageo, UNI-ROYAL) offer compatible or near-compatible parts, improving availability.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for FRC0603F3831TS 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 FRC0603F3831TS, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.
Main risk
The main risk is using a parametric alternative with a different resistance value, which can alter circuit behavior and requires engineering validation.
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6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | FRC0603F3831TS | 0603WAF3831T5E | RC0603FR-073K83L | FRC0603F4021TS | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 — Same EIA package size.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Same EIA package size.; FRC0603F4021TS: Package matches.; FRC0603F4121TS: Package matches. |
| Resistance | 3.83 kΩ | 3.83 kΩ | 3.83 kΩ | 4.02 kΩ | 3.83 kΩ / 4.02 kΩ / 4.12 kΩ — Resistance value matches.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Resistance value matches.; FRC0603F4021TS: Resistance is ~5.0% higher. Requires engineering validation.; FRC0603F4121TS: Resistance is ~7.6% higher. Requires engineering validation. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% — Tolerance matches.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Tolerance matches.; FRC0603F4021TS: Tolerance matches.; FRC0603F4121TS: Tolerance matches. |
| Power | 0.1 W | 0.1 W | 0.1 W | - | 0.1 W — Power rating matches.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Power rating matches. Catalog data showed 1W, corrected to 0.1W based on datasheet. |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | - | ±100 ppm/°C | - | ±100 ppm/°C — Temperature coefficient matches. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for FRC0603F3831TS 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.