Is there a pin-compatible replacement for CA45-A-10V-10uF-K?

Yes, CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K and CA45A-A-16V-10uF-K are pin-compatible replacements. They share the same Case A (3216) package, capacitance, and tolerance, with an improved voltage rating.

What risks should I check before replacing CA45-A-10V-10uF-K?

The main risk is package mismatch; ensure any alternative is in a Case A (3216) package. Also, verify the tolerance, as some alternatives may have a wider ±20% tolerance compared to the original's ±10%.

CA45-A-10V-10uF-K Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | NH

Find the best replacement for the CA45-A-10V-10uF-K, a 10µF 10V tantalum capacitor. This page details pin-compatible upgrades and functional alternatives to meet your design needs.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Upgrading voltage is safe; other parameters are matched or improved on best candidates.

Package riskmedium

Many similar parts exist in different case sizes. Verify the 'A' case code (3216).

Sourcing risklow

This is a common capacitor value with multiple cross-vendor options available.

Can it be replaced directly?

Yes, CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K and CA45A-A-16V-10uF-K are pin-compatible upgrades with higher voltage ratings and improved ESR.

Best replacement path

Upgrade to a 16V version in the same package, such as CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K, for increased voltage margin.

Main risk

The primary risk is selecting an alternative with a different package size (e.g., Case B instead of Case A), which will not fit the PCB footprint.

Recommended alternatives

A pin-compatible upgrade with a higher voltage rating (16V) from the same manufacturer.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	CA45-A-10V-10uF-K	CA45A-A-16V-10uF-K	CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K	T491A106M020AT	Compatibility / risk
Voltage	10V	16V	16V	20V	16V / 20V — Higher voltage rating provides more design margin.; CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K: Higher voltage rating provides more design margin.; T491A106M020AT: Higher voltage rating provides more margin.
Package	Case A (3216)	Case A (3216)	Case A (3216)	Case A (3216-18)	Case A (3216) / Case A (3216-18) — Same package and footprint.; CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K: Same package and footprint.; T491A106M020AT: Form-fit compatible, slightly taller (1.8mm vs 1.6mm).
Capacitance	10µF	10µF	10µF	10µF	10µF — Identical capacitance.; CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K: Identical capacitance.; T491A106M020AT: Identical capacitance.
Tolerance	±10%	±10%	±10%	±20%	±10% / ±20% — Identical tolerance.; CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K: Identical tolerance.; T491A106M020AT: Wider tolerance may affect circuit performance.
Esr	8.0Ω	7.0Ω	3.0Ω	-	7.0Ω / 3.0Ω — Slightly lower ESR is an improvement.; CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K: Lower ESR is generally an improvement.

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Questions & answers

The best alternatives are CA45B-A-16V-10uF-K and CA45A-A-16V-10uF-K. They are pin-compatible upgrades with a higher 16V rating from the same manufacturer family.