
Murata Electronics
A direct pin-to-pin replacement with identical 22uF, 16V, ±20%, X7R, 1206 specifications.
Finding a replacement for the TAIYO YUDEN EMK316BB7226ML-T, a 22uF 16V 1206 X7R ceramic capacitor, involves matching capacitance, voltage, package, and the X7R dielectric for temperature stability.
Dielectric mismatch (X5R vs X7R) is the primary electrical risk, affecting temperature performance.
All viable candidates use the same 1206 package, ensuring mechanical compatibility.
Direct replacement for EMK316BB7226ML-T should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Prioritize candidates with a matching X7R dielectric for temperature performance. The Murata GRM31CZ71C226ME15L is an exact parametric match.
The main risk is substituting with a different dielectric like X5R, which reduces the maximum operating temperature from +125°C to +85°C.

Murata Electronics
A direct pin-to-pin replacement with identical 22uF, 16V, ±20%, X7R, 1206 specifications.
| Feature / factor | EMK316BB7226ML-T | GRM31CZ71C226ME15L | TCC1206X7R226K160HT | TCC1206X5R226K250HT | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1206 (3216 Metric) | 1206 (3216 Metric) | 1206 | 1206 | 1206 (3216 Metric) — Package size matches.; TCC1206X7R226K160HT: Package size matches.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Package size matches.; TMK316BBJ226ML-T: Package size matches. |
| Capacitance | 22 µF | 22 µF | 22 µF | - | 22 µF — Capacitance matches.; TCC1206X7R226K160HT: Capacitance matches. |
| Voltage | 16 V | 16 V | 16 V | 25 V | 16 V / 25 V — Voltage rating matches.; TCC1206X7R226K160HT: Voltage rating matches.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Higher voltage rating is a safe upgrade.; TMK316BBJ226ML-T: Higher voltage rating is a safe upgrade. |
| Dielectric | X7R | X7R | X7R | X5R | X7R / X5R — Dielectric and temperature range match.; TCC1206X7R226K160HT: Dielectric and temperature range match.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: X5R has a narrower temp range than X7R.; TMK316BBJ226ML-T: X5R has a narrower temp range than X7R. |
| Tolerance | ±20% | ±20% | ±10% | ±10% | ±20% / ±10% — Tolerance matches.; TCC1206X7R226K160HT: Tighter tolerance is generally acceptable.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Tighter tolerance is an upgrade. |
| Temperature | Max +125°C | - | - | - | Max +85°C — Reduced max operating temperature. |
Verified drop-in options for EMK316BB7226ML-T 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.