What risks should I check before replacing RC0402FR-07182KL?

When replacing, check for resistance value, tolerance, and power rating. For parametric alternatives, the main risk is the change in resistance affecting circuit behavior. Also verify secondary parameters like temperature coefficient (TCR) and voltage rating from the datasheet.

RC0402FR-07182KL Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

Yageo's RC0402FR-07182KL is a standard 0402 thick film resistor with 182kΩ resistance, 1% tolerance, and a 1/16W power rating. Several pin-compatible and parametric alternatives are available from various manufacturers.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Low for direct crosses; medium for parametric alternatives due to resistance change.

Package risklow

All reviewed candidates use the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.

Sourcing risklow

This is a common resistor value and package with a healthy supply chain.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for RC0402FR-07182KL should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

Direct cross to UNI-ROYAL 0402WGF1823TCE, which matches all key parameters.

Main risk

The primary risk involves using parametric alternatives with different resistance values, which requires circuit analysis to ensure performance is not negatively impacted.

Recommended alternatives

Pin-compatible alternative from UNI-ROYAL with matching resistance, tolerance, and power rating.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	RC0402FR-07182KL	0402WGF1823TCE	0402WGF1873TCE	RC0402FR-07169KL	Compatibility / risk
Package	0402	0402	0402	0402	0402 — Identical package ensures form and fit.; 0402WGF1873TCE: Identical package ensures form and fit.; RC0402FR-07169KL: Identical package ensures form and fit.
Resistance	182kΩ	182kΩ	187kΩ	169kΩ	182kΩ / 187kΩ / 169kΩ — Resistance value is identical.; 0402WGF1873TCE: Resistance is 2.7% higher.; RC0402FR-07169KL: Resistance is 7.1% lower.
Tolerance	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1%	±1% — Precision is maintained.; 0402WGF1873TCE: Precision is maintained.; RC0402FR-07169KL: Precision is maintained.
Power	0.0625W	0.0625W	0.0625W	-	0.0625W — Power rating is identical.; 0402WGF1873TCE: Power rating is identical.
Tcr	±100 ppm/°C	Unknown	-	±100 ppm/°C	Unknown / ±100 ppm/°C — TCR not listed, assume standard ±100ppm/°C but verify.; RC0402FR-07169KL: Temperature coefficient matches.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for RC0402FR-07182KL 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.