Is there a pin-compatible replacement for CC0402BRNPO9BN2R5?

Yes, several parts like CQ0402ARNPO9BN2R2 and CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7 are pin-compatible in the same 0402 package, but they have different electrical parameters (capacitance, tolerance) that must be verified for your application.

What risks should I check before replacing CC0402BRNPO9BN2R5?

Verify your circuit's sensitivity to capacitance changes (e.g., 2.2pF to 2.7pF) and tolerance differences (e.g., ±0.1pF vs ±0.25pF). A looser tolerance can affect performance in precision filter or timing circuits.

CC0402BRNPO9BN2R5 Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

CC0402BRNPO9BN2R5 is a general-purpose 2.5pF 50V NP0 ceramic capacitor in a 0402 package. Finding a suitable replacement requires careful matching of capacitance, tolerance, and dielectric characteristics.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Capacitance and tolerance deviations require circuit analysis.

Package risklow

All viable candidates share the 0402 package.

Sourcing riskmedium

One candidate is NRND, limiting its use for new designs.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement was found. All candidates have parametric differences in capacitance or tolerance that require engineering review.

Best replacement path

Consider parametric alternatives like CQ0402ARNPO9BN2R2 (tighter tolerance, lower capacitance) or CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7 (looser tolerance, higher capacitance) after circuit validation.

Main risk

The main risk is functional failure due to capacitance or tolerance mismatch, especially in timing or RF circuits.

Recommended alternatives

A 2.2pF 50V NP0 capacitor in a 0402 package with tighter tolerance, but lower capacitance.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	CC0402BRNPO9BN2R5	CQ0402ARNPO9BN2R2	GRM1555C1H2R4BA01D	CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7	Compatibility / risk
Package	0402 (1005 metric)	0402 (1005 metric)	0402 (1005 Metric)	0402 (1005 metric)	0402 (1005 metric) / 0402 (1005 Metric) — Package size matches.; GRM1555C1H2R4BA01D: Package size matches.; CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7: Package size matches.
Capacitance	2.5 pF	2.2 pF	2.4 pF	2.7 pF	2.2 pF / 2.4 pF / 2.7 pF — Lower capacitance (-12%).; GRM1555C1H2R4BA01D: Slightly lower capacitance.; CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7: Slightly higher capacitance (+8%).
Tolerance	±0.1 pF	±0.05 pF	±0.1 pF	±0.25 pF	±0.05 pF / ±0.1 pF / ±0.25 pF — Tighter tolerance is an upgrade.; GRM1555C1H2R4BA01D: Tolerance matches.; CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7: Looser tolerance is a downgrade.
Voltage	50.0 V	50.0 V	50.0 V	50.0 V	50.0 V — Voltage rating matches.; GRM1555C1H2R4BA01D: Voltage rating matches.; CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7: Voltage rating matches.
Lifecycle	Active	-	Not For New Designs	-	Not For New Designs — NRND status is a sourcing risk.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

CQ0402ARNPO9BN2R2 is a strong candidate with tighter tolerance but slightly lower capacitance (2.2pF). CC0402CRNPO9BN2R7 is another option with closer capacitance (2.7pF) but looser tolerance. Both require review.