GCM32ER71C226KE19L
Murata Electronics
Needs validationlow risk
Excellent parametric match and AEC-Q200 qualified, but requires datasheet review to confirm pin count.
Best Alternatives to CS3225X7R226K160NRL
Find suitable replacements for the Samwha CS3225X7R226K160NRL, a 22µF 16V 1210 X7R ceramic capacitor. This guide reviews alternatives from TDK, Murata, and others, highlighting key parametric differences.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Tolerance and dielectric mismatches in some candidates require circuit analysis.
Package risklow
All candidates use the same 1210 package, but pin count data is sometimes missing.
Sourcing risklow
Multiple vendors offer parametrically similar parts, indicating good availability.
Can it be replaced directly?
No direct, verified drop-in replacement has been identified without manual review. Several strong functional alternatives exist but have minor parametric differences or missing data.
Best replacement path
Prioritize candidates with matching X7R dielectric and ±10% tolerance, such as Murata's GCM32ER71C226KE19L, after verifying pinout from the datasheet.
Main risk
The main risk is substituting with a capacitor that has a different dielectric (X5R) or wider tolerance (±20%), which can impact circuit stability and performance over temperature.
Recommended alternatives
6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | CS3225X7R226K160NRL | GCM32ER71C226KE19L | TMK325B7226KM-TR | TMK325B7226KMHP | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1210 | 1210 (3225 metric) | 1210 (3225 Metric) | 1210 (3225 Metric) | 1210 (3225 metric) / 1210 (3225 Metric) — Form factor matches.; TMK325B7226KM-TR: Form factor matches.; TMK325B7226KMHP: Form factor matches.; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: Form factor matches. |
| Voltage | 16V | 16V | 25V | 25V | 16V / 25V — Voltage rating matches.; TMK325B7226KM-TR: Higher voltage rating is an upgrade.; TMK325B7226KMHP: Higher voltage rating is an upgrade.; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: Voltage rating matches. |
| Dielectric | X7R | X7R | X7R | X7R | X7R — Dielectric matches.; TMK325B7226KM-TR: Dielectric matches.; TMK325B7226KMHP: Dielectric matches (inferred from ES data).; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: Dielectric and temp range match. |
| Tolerance | ±10% | ±10% | - | ±10% | ±10% / ±20% — Tolerance matches.; TMK325B7226KMHP: Capacitance tolerance matches.; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: Wider tolerance may impact circuit precision. |
| Pinout | 2 | null | null | null | null — Pin count data is missing.; TMK325B7226KM-TR: Pin count data is missing.; TMK325B7226KMHP: Pin count data is missing. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Candidates like Murata's GCM32ER71C226KE19L offer a strong parametric match but require verification of package details. Alternatives with higher voltage ratings like Taiyo Yuden's TMK325B7226KM-TR are also available but need review.