Needs validationlow risk
A strong 10µF ±10% X5R 1206 alternative from TDK with a higher voltage rating of 50V, suitable for most applications.
Best Alternatives to CGA1206X5R106K160NT
Find verified substitutes for the HRE CGA1206X5R106K160NT 10µF 16V 1206 ceramic capacitor. This page lists pin-compatible and parametric alternatives from major manufacturers like TDK, Samsung, and Taiyo Yuden.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Tolerance mismatch or different DC bias behavior can affect performance.
Package risklow
All candidates use the standard 1206 package.
Sourcing risklow
This is a common capacitor value with many available suppliers.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for CGA1206X5R106K160NT should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
Upgrade to a higher voltage part with the same tolerance, like the 50V C3216X5R1H106KT000N from TDK.
Main risk
The primary risk is using a part with a wider capacitance tolerance (±20% vs. ±10%), which can impact timing or filter circuits.
Recommended alternatives
6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | CGA1206X5R106K160NT | C3216X5R1H106KT000N | FCC1206X106K500HT | TCC1206X5R106K250HT | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1206 | 1206 (3216 Metric) | 1206 (3216 Metric) | 1206 | 1206 (3216 Metric) — Form factor matches.; FCC1206X106K500HT: Form factor matches.; TCC1206X5R106K250HT: Form factor matches.; CL31A106MBHNNNE: Form factor matches. |
| Voltage | 16V | 50V | 50V | 25V | 50V / 25V — Higher voltage rating provides more margin.; FCC1206X106K500HT: Higher voltage rating provides more margin.; TCC1206X5R106K250HT: Higher voltage rating provides more margin.; CL31A106MBHNNNE: Higher voltage rating provides more margin. |
| Tolerance | ±10% | ±10% | ±10% | ±10% | ±10% / ±20% — Tolerance matches target.; FCC1206X106K500HT: Tolerance matches target.; TCC1206X5R106K250HT: Tolerance matches target.; CL31A106MBHNNNE: Wider tolerance may impact circuit performance. |
| Dielectric | X5R | X5R | X5R | X5R | X5R — Temperature characteristic matches.; FCC1206X106K500HT: Temperature characteristic matches.; TCC1206X5R106K250HT: Temperature characteristic matches.; CL31A106MBHNNNE: Temperature characteristic matches. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for CGA1206X5R106K160NT are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.