0402WGF3601TCE
UNI-ROYAL
Needs validationlow risk
Strong cross-vendor match with identical package, resistance, power, and tolerance.
Best Alternatives to RC0402FR-073K6L
The Yageo RC0402FR-073K6L is a general-purpose 3.6kΩ, 1% tolerance, 1/16W thick film resistor in a standard 0402 package. This page provides analysis of potential alternatives, including pin-compatible options and functional alternates.
AI replacement insight
Electrical risklow
Low for pin-to-pin matches, medium for parametric alternatives due to resistance change.
Package riskhigh
High for functional alternates in different packages (0603/0805), requiring layout changes.
Sourcing risklow
This is a common resistor value available from multiple manufacturers.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for RC0402FR-073K6L should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
The most direct path is a cross-vendor pin-to-pin match like 0402WGF3601TCE, which requires datasheet verification. For designs with board space, larger package options offer higher power ratings.
Main risk
The main risk is using a parametrically different part (e.g., 3.3kΩ or 3.9kΩ) without verifying its impact on circuit performance.
Recommended alternatives
6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | RC0402FR-073K6L | 0402WGF3601TCE | 0603WAF3601T5E | 0805W8F3601T5E | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 | 0402 | - | - | 0805 — Larger package requires PCB layout change. |
| Resistance | 3.6 kΩ | 3.6 kΩ | - | - | 3.6 kΩ — Resistance value is identical. |
| Power | 0.0625 W | 0.0625 W | - | - | 0.125 W — Higher power rating is an upgrade. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±1% | - | - | ±1% — Tolerance is identical. |
| Tcr | ±100 ppm/°C | ±100 ppm/°C | - | - | unknown — TCR not found in provided data. |
| Voltage | 50 V | - | - | 150 V | — |
| Manufacturer | Yageo | - | - | - | — |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for RC0402FR-073K6L 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.