Is there a pin-compatible replacement for FRC1206J363 TS?

Yes, several pin-compatible replacements exist. Candidates with 36kΩ resistance, 0.25W power, and a 1206 package, such as RC1206FR-0736KL, are considered pin-compatible upgrades due to their improved tolerance.

What risks should I check before replacing FRC1206J363 TS?

When replacing, verify the substitute's tolerance (tighter is usually safe), power rating, and temperature coefficient (TCR). For parametric alternatives with different resistance values, confirm your circuit can tolerate the change.

FRC1206J363 TS Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | FOJAN

Find verified substitutes for the FOJAN FRC1206J363 TS, a 36kΩ 5% 0.25W 1206 thick film resistor. This page lists pin-compatible upgrades and parametric alternatives for your design.

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Electrical risklow

Low for matched resistance; medium for parametric alternatives.

Package risklow

All suggested candidates are in the same 1206 package.

Can it be replaced directly?

Yes, direct replacements are available. Look for 36kΩ, 0.25W, 1206 package resistors. Parts with 1% tolerance are common upgrades.

Best replacement path

Upgrade to a 1% tolerance resistor like Yageo RC1206FR-0736KL for better precision, often at a similar cost.

Main risk

The main risk is using a part with a different nominal resistance value (e.g., 33kΩ or 39kΩ), which can alter circuit behavior.

Recommended alternatives

An excellent upgrade with a tighter ±1% tolerance, while matching resistance, power, and 1206 package.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	FRC1206J363 TS	FRC1206F3602TS	RC1206FR-0736KL	1206W4F3602T5E	Compatibility / risk
Package	1206	1206	1206	1206	1206 — Matches form factor.; RC1206FR-0736KL: Matches form factor.; 1206W4F3602T5E: Matches form factor.
Resistance	36 kΩ	36 kΩ	36 kΩ	36 kΩ	36 kΩ — Identical nominal resistance.; RC1206FR-0736KL: Identical nominal resistance.; 1206W4F3602T5E: Identical nominal resistance.
Tolerance	±5%	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1% — Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.; RC1206FR-0736KL: Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.; 1206W4F3602T5E: Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.
Power	0.25 W	0.25 W	0.25 W	-	0.25 W — Matches power rating.; RC1206FR-0736KL: Matches power rating.
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	-	±100 ppm/°C	unknown	±100 ppm/°C / unknown — Matches temperature stability.; 1206W4F3602T5E: TCR missing from structured data; datasheet indicates match.

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Questions & answers

The best alternatives are parts like Yageo's RC1206FR-0736KL or FOJAN's FRC1206F3602TS, which offer a tighter ±1% tolerance in the same 1206 package with identical resistance and power ratings.