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Automotive-grade resistor with nearly identical specs in the same 0603 package, representing a potential upgrade.
Find reliable alternatives for the FRC0603F4872TS, a 48.7kΩ 1% 0603 chip resistor. This guide presents several form-fit-function compatible options, including automotive-grade and high-precision upgrades.
Resistance values differ by <8%. Power, tolerance, and voltage ratings are matched or better.
All recommended candidates use the same 0603 package, ensuring form and fit compatibility.
Candidates are from a major manufacturer (Yageo), suggesting good availability.
Yes, several functional alternatives exist. AC0603FR-0749K9L is a strong candidate with an AEC-Q200 rating, while RC0603FR-0746K4L offers very similar general-purpose performance.
AC0603FR-0749K9L is an excellent choice, offering an AEC-Q200 upgrade with minimal parametric change. For a like-for-like replacement, RC0603FR-0746K4L is a very strong match.
The primary risk is the minor deviation in resistance values among candidates. While all are close, engineers should verify the impact on their specific circuit.

Yageo
Automotive-grade resistor with nearly identical specs in the same 0603 package, representing a potential upgrade.
| Feature / factor | FRC0603F4872TS | AC0603FR-0749K9L | RC0603FR-0746K4L | RC0603FR-0752K3L | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 (1608 Metric) | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 — Same package and pin count.; RC0603FR-0746K4L: Same package and pin count.; RC0603FR-0752K3L: Same package and pin count.; RT0603BRD0747K5L: Same package and pin count. |
| Resistance | 48.7 kΩ | 49.9 kΩ | 46.4 kΩ | 52.3 kΩ | 49.9 kΩ / 46.4 kΩ / 52.3 kΩ / 47.5 kΩ — Resistance is 2.5% higher, well within typical application tolerance.; RC0603FR-0746K4L: Resistance is 4.7% lower; verify circuit sensitivity.; RC0603FR-0752K3L: Resistance is 7.4% higher; verify circuit sensitivity.; RT0603BRD0747K5L: Resistance is 2.5% lower, a very close match. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% / ±0.1% — Tolerance is identical.; RC0603FR-0746K4L: Tolerance is identical.; RC0603FR-0752K3L: Tolerance is identical.; RT0603BRD0747K5L: Tighter tolerance is a direct upgrade. |
| Power | 1/10 W | 1/10 W | 1/10 W | 1/10 W | 1/10 W — Power rating is identical.; RC0603FR-0746K4L: Power rating is identical.; RC0603FR-0752K3L: Power rating is identical. |
| Application | General Purpose | AEC-Q200 | - | - | AEC-Q200 — Candidate is automotive grade, an upgrade in reliability. |
| Technology | Thick Film | - | - | Thick Film | Thick Film / Thin Film — Same resistor technology.; RT0603BRD0747K5L: Thin film offers higher precision and stability than thick film. |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | - | - | - | 25 ppm/°C — Lower TCR provides better stability over temperature. |
The best alternative is AC0603FR-0749K9L, which offers nearly identical specs plus an AEC-Q200 automotive-grade qualification, making it a robust upgrade. For a standard replacement, RC0603FR-0746K4L is also an excellent choice.