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Directly substitutable 20kΩ 5% 0.25W resistor in a 1206 package.
Find and compare pin-compatible substitutes and functional alternatives for the FOJAN FRC1206J203 TS, a common 20kΩ 0.25W 1206 chip resistor. Evaluate key parameter differences to ensure a reliable replacement.
All candidates use the standard 1206 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
For pin-compatible options, electrical risk is minimal. For parametric or upgrade options, review is required.
This is a very common resistor value and package, with many suppliers available.
Direct replacement for FRC1206J203 TS should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Start with Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates for FRC1206J203 TS, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.
The primary risk is using a part with a different resistance value. For upgrades, the risk is over-paying or introducing unintended performance changes (e.g., from thin film technology).

UNI-ROYAL
Directly substitutable 20kΩ 5% 0.25W resistor in a 1206 package.
| Feature / factor | FRC1206J203 TS | 1206W4J0203T5E | RC1206JR-0720KL | RS-06K2002FT | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1206 | 1206 | 1206 | 1206 | 1206 — Identical EIA package ensures form-fit compatibility.; RC1206JR-0720KL: Identical EIA package ensures form-fit compatibility.; RS-06K2002FT: Package is identical.; RS-06K203JT: Identical EIA package. |
| Resistance | 20kΩ | 20kΩ | 20kΩ | 20kΩ | 20kΩ — Resistance value is identical.; RC1206JR-0720KL: Resistance value is identical.; RS-06K2002FT: Resistance is identical.; RS-06K203JT: Resistance value is identical. |
| Tolerance | 5% | 5% | 5% | 1% | 5% / 1% — Tolerance is identical.; RC1206JR-0720KL: Tolerance is identical.; RS-06K2002FT: Tighter 1% tolerance is an upgrade.; RS-06K203JT: Tolerance is identical. |
| Power | 0.25W | 0.25W | 0.25W | - | 0.25W — Power rating is identical.; RC1206JR-0720KL: Power rating is identical. |
| Tcr | Not specified | - | ±200 ppm/°C | ±100ppm/℃ | ±200 ppm/°C / ±100ppm/℃ — Candidate TCR is specified, target is not. Value is standard for this type.; RS-06K2002FT: TCR is specified and likely an improvement.; RS-06K203JT: TCR is specified and likely an improvement over the target. |
Verified drop-in options for FRC1206J203 TS 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.