Is there a pin-compatible replacement for CGA0201C0G150J500ET?

Yes, many capacitors share the 0201 package. However, finding one with identical electrical parameters is key. Alternatives like the 12pF and 18pF HRE parts are form-fit compatible but not electrically identical.

What risks should I check before replacing CGA0201C0G150J500ET?

The main risk is the change in capacitance. Verify if your circuit can tolerate a ±20% change. This is critical for RF, timing, and filter circuits. Also confirm voltage, dielectric (C0G), and temperature range.

CGA0201C0G150J500ET Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | HRE

Finding a substitute for the HRE CGA0201C0G150J500ET, a 15pF 50V 0201 MLCC, requires careful attention to capacitance. While form-fit alternatives exist, exact capacitance matching is critical for many circuits.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Alternatives have different capacitance values.

Package risklow

Many same-package alternatives are available.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, verified pin-to-pin replacements were found. Alternatives require review of capacitance tolerance.

Best replacement path

Search for 0201 C0G 50V capacitors with 15pF capacitance. If unavailable, consider 12pF or 18pF options, but circuit validation is mandatory.

Main risk

The primary risk is capacitance mismatch, which can affect circuit timing, filter characteristics, and overall performance.

Recommended alternatives

Form-fit compatible alternative with lower capacitance (12pF vs 15pF) that requires engineering review.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	CGA0201C0G150J500ET	CGA0201C0G120J500ET	CGA0201C0G180J500ET	Compatibility / risk
Package	0201	0201 (0603 Metric)	0201	0201 (0603 Metric) — Form-fit compatible.; CGA0201C0G180J500ET: Form-fit compatible.
Capacitance	15 pF	12 pF	18 pF	12 pF / 18 pF — Candidate capacitance is 20% lower.; CGA0201C0G180J500ET: Candidate capacitance is 20% higher.
Voltage	50 V	50 V	50 V	50 V — matched; CGA0201C0G180J500ET: matched
Dielectric	C0G	C0G	C0G	C0G — matched; CGA0201C0G180J500ET: matched
Tolerance	±5%	±5%	±5%	±5% — matched; CGA0201C0G180J500ET: matched

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Questions & answers

The best alternative is another 15pF, 50V, C0G capacitor in a 0201 package. If unavailable, parts like CGA0201C0G180J500ET (18pF) or CGA0201C0G120J500ET (12pF) may work but require circuit validation.