
KNSCHA
Strong electrical alternative with matched capacitance/tolerance and higher voltage, but requires board modification for 10mm lead pitch.
Finding a substitute for the KNSCHA 82CL0126, a 100nF 250V film capacitor, is challenging due to its specific 5mm lead pitch. While electrically similar parts exist, they often require mechanical adaptation.
No candidates match the 5mm lead pitch, preventing drop-in replacement.
Several candidates match or exceed key electrical specs like voltage and tolerance.
No, a direct, pin-compatible replacement for 82CL0126 was not found in this review. All suitable electrical alternatives have a different package lead pitch, preventing a drop-in replacement.
Search for a film capacitor with 100nF capacitance, >=250V voltage, <=5% tolerance, and a 5mm lead pitch. The MPP104J2J10AJ22630 is electrically strong but requires mechanical changes.
The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility. All reviewed alternatives have a larger lead pitch (7.5mm, 10mm, or 15mm) than the target's 5mm, requiring board modification.

KNSCHA
Strong electrical alternative with matched capacitance/tolerance and higher voltage, but requires board modification for 10mm lead pitch.
| Feature / factor | 82CL0126 | MPP104J2J10AJ22630 | 82CL0116 | MPX104K31B4KN20600 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacitance | 100nF | 100nF | 100nF | 100nF | 100nF — Capacitance matches target.; 82CL0116: Capacitance matches target.; MPX104K31B4KN20600: Capacitance matches target.; MPX104K31C2KN15600: Capacitance matches target. |
| Voltage | 250V | 630V | 1kV | 275VAC | 630V / 1kV / 275VAC — Significantly higher voltage rating is acceptable.; 82CL0116: Significantly higher voltage rating is acceptable.; MPX104K31B4KN20600: Higher voltage rating is acceptable.; MPX104K31C2KN15600: Higher voltage rating is acceptable. |
| Tolerance | ±5% | ±5% | ±5% | ±10% | ±5% / ±10% — Tolerance matches target.; 82CL0116: Tolerance matches target.; MPX104K31B4KN20600: Weaker tolerance may impact circuit performance.; MPX104K31C2KN15600: Weaker tolerance may impact circuit performance. |
| Package | Mini Box, 5mm Pitch | Radial, 10mm Pitch | Box, 15mm Lead Pitch | Radial, 7.5mm Pitch | Radial, 10mm Pitch / Box, 15mm Lead Pitch / Radial, 7.5mm Pitch / Plugin, P=10mm — Lead pitch does not match, requires mechanical adaptation.; 82CL0116: Lead pitch is much larger, requires significant mechanical adaptation.; MPX104K31B4KN20600: Lead pitch does not match, requires mechanical adaptation.; MPX104K31C2KN15600: Lead pitch does not match, requires mechanical adaptation. |
| Dielectric | Polyester (PET) | Polypropylene | - | - | Polypropylene — Different film type, may offer better performance. |
The best alternative depends on your board's flexibility. Electrically, MPP104J2J10AJ22630 is a strong match but has a 10mm lead pitch. If space is tight, no ideal alternative was found. You must search for a 100nF, >=250V film capacitor with a 5mm lead pitch.