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Best Alternatives to RC0402FR-07180KL

Package: 0402 (1005 Metric)YageoChip Resistor - Surface MountSeries: RC_LPackage: Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) Digi-Reel®Resistance: 180 kOhmsTolerance: ±1%Composition: Thick Film

RC0402FR-07180KL is a standard 180kΩ, 1%, 1/16W resistor in a 0402 package. Several pin-compatible alternatives from other manufacturers exist, along with functional alternatives with different parameters.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Low for candidates with matching resistance, power, and tolerance.

Package risklow

Low for candidates in the same 0402 package.

Sourcing risklow

This is a common resistor value and package with multiple suppliers.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for RC0402FR-07180KL 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 RC0402FR-07180KL, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.

Main risk

The main risk is ensuring secondary parameters like temperature coefficient (TCR) and voltage rating are suitable for the specific circuit application.

Recommended alternatives

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Needs validationlow risk

A strong pin-compatible alternative with identical key electrical parameters and 0402 package.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorRC0402FR-07180KLFRC0402F1803TS0402WGF1803TCE0402WGF1623TCECompatibility / risk
Resistance180kΩ180kΩ--162kΩ — 10% lower resistance value. Requires circuit analysis.
Tolerance±1%±1%--±1% — Exact match.
Power0.0625W0.0625W--0.0625W — Identical power rating.
Package0402 (1005 metric)0402--0402 — Identical package code.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C--Missing — TCR not found in catalog data, requires datasheet check. Likely ±100 ppm/°C.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for RC0402FR-07180KL 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.