
Yageo
AEC-Q200 qualified upgrade with tighter tolerance (±1%) and matching key electrical parameters.
Find verified substitutes and parametric alternatives for the RC-02K221JT, a 220Ω 5% 1/16W 0402 thick film resistor. Review key parameter comparisons to ensure compatibility.
Mismatch in TCR or resistance can alter circuit behavior, especially in precision or temperature-sensitive applications.
All suggested candidates use the same 0402 package, minimizing layout and assembly issues.
Direct replacement for RC-02K221JT should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
The Yageo AC0402FR-07220RL is an excellent upgrade, offering tighter tolerance (1%) and AEC-Q200 qualification while matching all other key specs.
The main risk is using a part with a different resistance value or an unverified Temperature Coefficient (TCR), which can affect circuit performance.

Yageo
AEC-Q200 qualified upgrade with tighter tolerance (±1%) and matching key electrical parameters.
| Feature / factor | RC-02K221JT | AC0402FR-07220RL | 0402WGJ0221TCE | CR0402FF2200G | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Same EIA package size.; 0402WGJ0221TCE: Same EIA package size.; CR0402FF2200G: Same EIA package size.; AC0402FR-07240RL: Same EIA package size. |
| Resistance | 220Ω | 220 Ω | 220 Ω | 220 Ω | 220 Ω / 240 Ω — Identical resistance value.; 0402WGJ0221TCE: Identical resistance value.; CR0402FF2200G: Identical resistance value.; AC0402FR-07240RL: Resistance is ~9% higher. |
| Tolerance | ±5% | ±1% | ±5% | ±1% | ±1% / ±5% — Tighter tolerance is a safe upgrade.; 0402WGJ0221TCE: Tolerance is identical.; CR0402FF2200G: Tighter tolerance is a safe upgrade.; AC0402FR-07240RL: Tighter tolerance. |
| Power | 1/16W | 1/16W | - | 1/16W | 1/16W — Power rating is identical.; CR0402FF2200G: Power rating is identical. |
| Tcr | ±100ppm/℃ | ±100 ppm/°C | Unknown | Unknown | ±100 ppm/°C / Unknown — Temperature coefficient matches.; 0402WGJ0221TCE: TCR not found in catalog data, must verify from datasheet.; CR0402FF2200G: TCR not found in catalog data, must verify from datasheet. |
| Application | Commercial | AEC-Q200 | - | - | AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade offers higher reliability. |
Verified drop-in options for RC-02K221JT 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.