0402WGF3091TCE
UNI-ROYAL
Needs validationlow risk
Potential pin-compatible replacement with identical resistance, tolerance, and power rating. Datasheet review needed for TCR.
Best Alternatives to RC0402FR-073K09L
RC0402FR-073K09L is a common 3.09kΩ 1% 0402 resistor. Several alternatives exist, including a potential pin-compatible option and others with nearby resistance values.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Most alternatives have different resistance values, requiring circuit analysis.
Package risklow
All candidates share the same 0402 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for RC0402FR-073K09L should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
Start with 0402WGF3091TCE as a potential direct replacement, verifying its TCR. If unavailable, consider nearby E96 values like RC0402FR-073K16L (3.16kΩ).
Main risk
The primary risk is using an alternative with a different nominal resistance, which could alter circuit behavior in sensitive applications.
Recommended alternatives
5Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | RC0402FR-073K09L | 0402WGF3091TCE | FRC0402F3011TS | FRC0402F3161TS | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Same EIA 0402 package.; FRC0402F3011TS: Same EIA 0402 package.; FRC0402F3161TS: Same EIA 0402 package.; RC0402FR-072K94L: Same EIA 0402 package. |
| Resistance | 3.09 kΩ | 3.09 kΩ | 3.01 kΩ | 3.16 kΩ | 3.09 kΩ / 3.01 kΩ / 3.16 kΩ / 2.94 kΩ — Resistance values are identical.; FRC0402F3011TS: Resistance is ~2.6% lower. Requires circuit analysis.; FRC0402F3161TS: Resistance is ~2.3% higher. Requires circuit analysis.; RC0402FR-072K94L: Resistance is ~4.9% lower. Requires circuit analysis. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% | ±1% — Tolerance is identical.; FRC0402F3011TS: Tolerance is identical.; FRC0402F3161TS: Tolerance is identical.; RC0402FR-072K94L: Tolerance is identical. |
| Power | 0.0625 W | 0.0625 W | - | - | 0.0625 W — Power rating is identical. |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | Missing | - | - | Missing / ±100 ppm/°C — Candidate TCR not found in data, requires datasheet check.; RC0402FR-072K94L: TCR is identical. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for RC0402FR-073K09L 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.