
LIZ Electronics (Kunshan) Co., Ltd
A pin-compatible alternative with a tighter ±1% tolerance and matching power, resistance, and TCR.
RS-03K153JT is a general-purpose 15kΩ 5% 0.1W 0603 thick film resistor. Alternatives exist with matching or improved parameters, but engineers should verify tolerance and temperature coefficient (TCR) for their specific application.
All suggested alternatives are in the same 0603 package.
Some alternatives have a worse TCR or different resistance, requiring engineering review.
Yes, CR0603FA1502G is a direct replacement for RS-03K153JT, offering an upgrade in tolerance from 5% to 1%.
The best path is to use a thick film resistor with matching or tighter tolerance, like CR0603FA1502G.
The main risk is using a substitute with a worse Temperature Coefficient (TCR) or a different resistance value, which can impact circuit stability and accuracy.

LIZ Electronics (Kunshan) Co., Ltd
A pin-compatible alternative with a tighter ±1% tolerance and matching power, resistance, and TCR.
| Feature / factor | RS-03K153JT | CR0603FA1502G | PTFR0603B15K0N9 | RC0603JR-0715KL | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 — Identical package ensures form and fit.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Identical package ensures form and fit.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Identical package ensures form and fit. |
| Resistance | 15kΩ | 15kΩ | - | 15kΩ | 15kΩ — Resistance value is identical.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Resistance value is identical. |
| Tolerance | ±5% | ±1% | ±0.1% | ±5% | ±1% / ±0.1% / ±5% — Tighter tolerance provides higher precision.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Significantly tighter tolerance.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Tolerance is identical. |
| Power | 0.1W | 0.1W | - | - | 0.1W — Power rating is identical. |
| Tcr | ±100ppm/℃ | ±100 ppm/°C | ±10ppm/℃ | ±200 ppm/°C | ±100 ppm/°C / ±10ppm/℃ / ±200 ppm/°C — Temperature coefficient is identical.; PTFR0603B15K0N9: Significantly better temperature stability.; RC0603JR-0715KL: Worse TCR may affect performance in temperature-sensitive circuits. |
| Technology | Thick Film | - | Thin Film | - | Thin Film — Different technology may offer better stability but could have different cost or pulse characteristics. |
CR0603FA1502G by LIZ Electronics is an excellent alternative, offering a tighter ±1% tolerance while matching all other key specifications like resistance, power, package, and TCR.