
Yageo
A high-precision upgrade with identical resistance, tighter tolerance (±0.1%), and better TCR.
Finding a substitute for the WR04X4702FTL 47kΩ 1% resistor involves balancing precision and availability. While direct upgrades exist, several parametric alternatives with slightly different resistance values are also available for less critical applications.
Several candidates have different resistance values requiring circuit analysis.
All suggested candidates use the same 0402 package.
This is a common resistor value available from multiple vendors.
Yes, Yageo RT0402BRD0747KL is a strong candidate that matches the 47kΩ resistance and 0402 package, while offering improved performance.
The best path is an upgrade to a thin film resistor like Yageo's RT0402BRD0747KL, which offers tighter tolerance and better stability.
The main risk when substituting is using a part with a different resistance value, which can alter circuit behavior.

Yageo
A high-precision upgrade with identical resistance, tighter tolerance (±0.1%), and better TCR.
| Feature / factor | WR04X4702FTL | RT0402BRD0747KL | FRC0402F4642TS | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance | 47kΩ | 47kΩ | 46.4kΩ | 47kΩ / 46.4kΩ — Resistance value is identical.; FRC0402F4642TS: Resistance is 1.3% lower. | |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±0.1% | ±1% | ±0.1% / ±1% — Tighter tolerance is a performance upgrade.; FRC0402F4642TS: Tolerance is identical. | |
| Technology | Thick Film | Thin Film | - | Thin Film — Upgrade to more stable thin film technology. | |
| Tcr | Not specified (typ. ±100) | 25 ppm/°C | - | 25 ppm/°C — Significantly better temperature stability. | |
| Package | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 | 0402 | 0402 — Package size is identical.; FRC0402F4642TS: Package size is identical. |
The Yageo RT0402BRD0747KL is an excellent upgrade, offering the same 47kΩ resistance with a much tighter ±0.1% tolerance and better temperature stability.