Best Alternatives to RC0402FR-075K23L

Package: 0402 (1005 Metric)YageoChip Resistor - Surface MountSeries: RC_LPackage: Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) Digi-Reel®Resistance: 5.23 kOhmsTolerance: ±1%Composition: Thick Film

RC0402FR-075K23L is a standard 5.23kΩ 1% 0402 thick film resistor. Several alternatives are available, including potential pin-compatible matches and high-precision upgrades, but require careful review of power ratings and resistor technology.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Risk from unverified power rating on one candidate and technology mismatch on another.

Package risklow

All viable candidates are in the same 0402 package.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for RC0402FR-075K23L should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

FRC0402F5231TS is the most likely direct replacement, but its power rating must be verified from the datasheet. RT0402BRD075K23L is a high-precision upgrade if the application can accommodate Thin Film technology.

Main risk

The main risks are using a part with an unverified power rating or substituting a Thick Film resistor with a Thin Film one without considering potential performance differences like pulse handling.

Recommended alternatives

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FRC0402F5231TS package
Needs validationlow risk

Matches resistance, tolerance, and package, but power rating data requires verification before use.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorRC0402FR-075K23LFRC0402F5231TSRT0402BRD075K23LAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Package0402040204020402 — Form factor matches.; RT0402BRD075K23L: Form factor matches.
Resistance5.23 kΩ5.23 kΩ5.23 kΩ5.23 kΩ — Resistance value matches.; RT0402BRD075K23L: Resistance value matches.
Tolerance±1%±1%±0.1%±1% / ±0.1% — Tolerance matches.; RT0402BRD075K23L: Candidate has tighter tolerance.
Power0.0625W0.0625W (inferred)-0.0625W (inferred) — Inconsistent data; summary suggests match, but a spec field shows 1W. Review required.
Tcr±100 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C25 ppm/°C±100 ppm/°C / 25 ppm/°C — Temperature coefficient matches.; RT0402BRD075K23L: Candidate has a better (lower) temperature coefficient.
TechnologyThick Film-Thin FilmThin Film — Technology differs, may affect performance in some circuits (e.g., pulse handling).

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for RC0402FR-075K23L 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.