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Best Alternatives to RC0402JR-072KL

Package: 0402 (1005 Metric)YageoChip Resistor - Surface MountSeries: RC_LPackage: Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) Digi-Reel®Resistance: 2 kOhmsTolerance: ±5%Composition: Thick Film

Find and compare verified alternatives for the Yageo RC0402JR-072KL, a 2kΩ 5% 1/16W 0402 thick film resistor. Review pin-compatible upgrades and functional alternatives for your design.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Many candidates match or exceed key electrical specs.

Package risklow

Most alternatives are in the same 0402 package.

Sourcing risklow

This is a high-volume, multi-source component type.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for RC0402JR-072KL should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

For most general-purpose applications, upgrading to a 1% tolerance part like Yageo RC0402FR-072KL or FOJAN FRC0402F2001TS is the best path, offering higher precision at a similar form factor.

Main risk

The main risk is ensuring the replacement's power rating and temperature coefficient (TCR) are suitable for the specific circuit application, especially if changing manufacturer or technology.

Recommended alternatives

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AC0402FR-072KL package
AC0402FR-072KL

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Needs validationlow risk

Automotive-grade (AEC-Q200) upgrade from Yageo with tighter ±1% tolerance.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorRC0402JR-072KLAC0402FR-072KLRC0402FR-072KL0402WGJ0202TCECompatibility / risk
QualificationCommercialAEC-Q200--AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade offers higher reliability.
Tolerance±5%±1%--±5% — Tolerance is identical.
Power0.0625 W0.0625 W--0.0625 W — Power rating is identical.
Package04020402--0402 — Package size is identical.
ManufacturerYageo-Yageo-UNI-ROYAL — Cross-vendor alternative requires qualification.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for RC0402JR-072KL 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.