Best Alternatives to FRC1206F3604TS

Package: 1206FOJANChip Resistor - Surface MountResistance: 3.6 MΩTolerance: ±1%Power Rating: 0.25 WPackage / Case: 1206 (3216 Metric)Max Working Voltage: 200 V

FRC1206F3604TS is a general-purpose 3.6MΩ, 1% tolerance, 0.25W thick film resistor in a standard 1206 package. Alternatives with slightly different resistance values are readily available.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Resistance differs by ~8%; other parameters match.

Package risklow

Candidates use the same standard 1206 package.

Sourcing risklow

This is a common resistor value and package size.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for FRC1206F3604TS 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 FRC1206F3604TS, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.

Main risk

The main risk is the slight difference in resistance value, which could affect timing or biasing in sensitive circuits.

Recommended alternatives

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FRC1206F3304TS package
Needs validationlow risk

A pin-compatible 1206 resistor from the same manufacturer with slightly lower resistance (3.3MΩ).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorFRC1206F3604TSFRC1206F3304TSRC1206FR-073M3LAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Package1206120612061206 — Form and fit match.; RC1206FR-073M3L: Form and fit match.
Resistance3.6MΩ3.3MΩ3.3MΩ3.3MΩ — ~8.3% lower resistance.; RC1206FR-073M3L: ~8.3% lower resistance.
Tolerance1%1%1%1% — Precision matches.; RC1206FR-073M3L: Precision matches.
Power0.25W0.25W0.25W0.25W — Power rating matches.; RC1206FR-073M3L: Power rating matches.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C — Temperature coefficient matches.; RC1206FR-073M3L: Temperature coefficient matches.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for FRC1206F3604TS 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.