Is there a pin-compatible replacement for MFR-25JT-52-100K?

No direct pin-compatible replacement was identified in this review. Other axial resistors with 100kΩ, 0.25W, and 5% tolerance from other manufacturers may exist and should be considered.

What risks should I check before replacing MFR-25JT-52-100K?

The main risk is package incompatibility. Functional alternatives are in SMD packages (e.g., 1206) and require a PCB redesign. Always verify resistance, power rating, tolerance, and TCR for your application.

MFR-25JT-52-100K Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

The Yageo MFR-25JT-52-100K is a widely used 100kΩ, 0.25W, 5% axial through-hole resistor. While no direct pin-compatible replacements were found, functional alternatives exist in different packages.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Requires PCB redesign from through-hole to SMD.

Electrical risklow

Functional alternatives meet or exceed key electrical specs like tolerance and TCR.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, pin-for-pin replacement was found. All viable candidates require a change in PCB layout.

Best replacement path

Board redesign for a modern SMD resistor like ARG06FTC1003 for better precision, or search for another axial 100kΩ 0.25W resistor.

Main risk

Package mismatch is the primary risk, as available alternatives are surface-mount devices, not through-hole.

Recommended alternatives

High-precision functional alternative with matching resistance/power, but in a different package (1206 SMD).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	MFR-25JT-52-100K	ARG06BTC1003	ARG06FTC1003	Compatibility / risk
Package	Axial, 6.3mm x 2.4mm	1206	1206	1206 — SMD vs. Through-Hole, requires board redesign.; ARG06FTC1003: SMD vs. Through-Hole, requires board redesign.
Resistance	100kΩ	100kΩ	100kΩ	100kΩ — matched; ARG06FTC1003: matched
Power	0.25W	0.25W	0.25W	0.25W — matched; ARG06FTC1003: matched
Tolerance	5%	0.1%	1%	0.1% — Significantly higher precision.; ARG06FTC1003: Higher precision.
Tcr	±50/±100ppm/°C	±25ppm/°C	±25ppm/°C	±25ppm/°C — Better temperature stability.; ARG06FTC1003: Better temperature stability.

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Questions & answers

The best alternative depends on your design flexibility. For new designs or board revisions, high-precision SMD resistors like Viking Tech's ARG06 series offer better performance in a 1206 package.