
Yageo
A 3.6kΩ 0603 resistor with superior tolerance and TCR, but uses different (Thin Film) technology.
RS-03K3601FT is a general-purpose 3.6kΩ thick film chip resistor in a 0603 package, featuring ±1% tolerance and a 100mW power rating. This analysis reviews several potential alternatives, highlighting key parametric differences to aid in selection.
Candidates have different resistance, tolerance, or technology. Circuit analysis is required.
All suggested alternatives use the same 0603 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
No, a direct, 1-to-1 replacement for RS-03K3601FT with identical parameters was not found in this analysis. All suggested alternatives require engineering review due to differences in resistance, tolerance, or technology.
For higher precision, RT0603BRD073K6L is an upgrade but requires verifying its Thin Film technology is suitable. For similar performance, consider nearby resistance values like RS-03K3401FT.
The main risk is altering circuit behavior due to mismatched resistance, tolerance, or technology (Thick vs. Thin Film), which can affect timing, gain, or noise performance.

Yageo
A 3.6kΩ 0603 resistor with superior tolerance and TCR, but uses different (Thin Film) technology.
| Feature / factor | RS-03K3601FT | RT0603BRD073K6L | FRC0603J362 TS | RS-03K3401FT | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 | 0603 — Same package and pin count.; FRC0603J362 TS: Same package and pin count.; RS-03K3401FT: Same package and pin count.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Same package and pin count. |
| Resistance | 3.6 kΩ | 3.6 kΩ | 3.6 kΩ | 3.4 kΩ | 3.6 kΩ / 3.4 kΩ / 3.83 kΩ — Resistance value matches.; FRC0603J362 TS: Resistance value matches.; RS-03K3401FT: Resistance is 5.5% lower.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Resistance is 6.4% higher. |
| Technology | Thick Film | Thin Film | Thick Film | Thick Film | Thin Film / Thick Film — Candidate is Thin Film, target is Thick Film. Review for noise/pulse sensitivity.; FRC0603J362 TS: Technology matches.; RS-03K3401FT: Technology matches.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Technology matches. |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±0.1% | ±5% | ±1% | ±0.1% / ±5% / ±1% — Candidate has tighter tolerance.; FRC0603J362 TS: Tolerance is significantly looser.; RS-03K3401FT: Tolerance matches.; RC0603FR-073K83L: Tolerance matches. |
| Tcr | ±100ppm/℃ | 25 ppm/°C | ±400 ppm/°C | ±100ppm/℃ | 25 ppm/°C / ±400 ppm/°C / ±100ppm/℃ / ±100 ppm/°C — Candidate has better temperature stability.; FRC0603J362 TS: TCR is significantly worse.; RS-03K3401FT: TCR matches.; RC0603FR-073K83L: TCR matches. |
| Power | 0.1W | 0.1W | - | - | 0.1W — Power rating matches. |
The best alternative depends on your application's needs. For higher precision, Yageo's RT0603BRD073K6L is an excellent upgrade if Thin Film technology is acceptable. If you need a Thick Film part, consider nearby resistance values from the same series, like Fenghua's RS-03K3401FT (3.4kΩ).