87EC0068
KNSCHA
Needs validationmedium risk
87EC0068 is a same-size 400V radial option with lower 4.7uF capacitance.
Best Alternatives to EGS2GM6R8F12OT
EGS2GM6R8F12OT is a 6.8uF 400V radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor. No pin-compatible replacement is confirmed from the supplied data.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
kept options change capacitance
Package riskhigh
one kept option is larger
Firmware risklow
passive component
Sourcing risklow
kept parts are indexed
Can it be replaced directly?
No confirmed pin-compatible replacement is available.
Best replacement path
Review 87EC0068 first if lower capacitance is acceptable.
Main risk
Capacitance and mechanical fit are not fully matched.
Recommended alternatives
2Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | EGS2GM6R8F12OT | 87EC0068 | EGD2WM100G16OT | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Radial 8x12mm | Radial 8x12mm | - | Radial 10x16mm — larger can | |
| Pinout | 2 pins | 2 pins | - | 2 pins — spacing may differ | |
| Voltage | 400V | 400V | - | 450V — higher rating | |
| Tolerance | ±20% | ±20% | - | ±20% — same tolerance | |
| Application | 6.8uF | 4.7uF | - | 10uF — higher capacitance |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
87EC0068 is the closest kept option by size and voltage, but it is 4.7uF and needs FAE review.