Is there a pin-compatible replacement for CC0603GRNPO9BN120?

Yes, parts like Yageo's AC0603JRNPO9BN120 share the same 0603 package and pinout. However, you must verify electrical parameters, especially the wider capacitance tolerance, before use.

What risks should I check before replacing CC0603GRNPO9BN120?

The primary risk is the relaxed capacitance tolerance of available alternatives (e.g., ±5% vs. the original's ±2%). This may affect the performance of precision timing, filtering, or tuning circuits. Always validate in-system.

CC0603GRNPO9BN120 Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Yageo

Yageo's CC0603GRNPO9BN120 is a 12pF, 50V, ±2% tolerance MLCC in a 0603 package. This page reviews potential alternatives, focusing on matching key electrical parameters and package size.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Wider tolerance (±5% or ±10% vs ±2%) may affect precision timing or filter circuits.

Package risklow

Alternatives share the same 0603 package, ensuring physical compatibility.

Sourcing risklow

Proposed alternatives are from the same manufacturer and have an active lifecycle.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, 1:1 replacement with identical ±2% tolerance was found. All viable alternatives require relaxing the tolerance specification.

Best replacement path

AC0603JRNPO9BN120 is the strongest candidate, offering AEC-Q200 qualification, but requires accepting a wider ±5% tolerance.

Main risk

The main risk is the wider capacitance tolerance, which could impact circuit performance in sensitive applications.

Recommended alternatives

An AEC-Q200 qualified 12pF, 50V MLCC in the same 0603 package, with a wider ±5% tolerance.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	CC0603GRNPO9BN120	AC0603JRNPO9BN120	CC0603KRNPO9BN120	Compatibility / risk
Package	0603 (1608 metric)	0603 (1608 metric)	0603 (1608 metric)	0603 (1608 metric) — Identical package ensures form and fit.; CC0603KRNPO9BN120: Identical package ensures form and fit.
Capacitance	12 pF	12 pF	12 pF	12 pF — Capacitance value is identical.; CC0603KRNPO9BN120: Capacitance value is identical.
Voltage	50 V	50 V	50 V	50 V — Voltage rating is identical.; CC0603KRNPO9BN120: Voltage rating is identical.
Tolerance	±2%	±5%	±10%	±5% / ±10% — Wider tolerance may affect precision circuits.; CC0603KRNPO9BN120: Wider tolerance may affect precision circuits.
Application	Commercial	AEC-Q200	-	AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade offers higher reliability.
Dielectric	NP0 (C0G)	-	NP0 (C0G)	NP0 (C0G) — Dielectric material is identical.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

The best alternative depends on your circuit's tolerance needs. AC0603JRNPO9BN120 offers AEC-Q200 qualification with a ±5% tolerance, while CC0603KRNPO9BN120 has a ±10% tolerance. Both match capacitance, voltage, and package.