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Package: 0402 (1005 metric)Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Ceramic CapacitorsCapacitance: 120 pFVoltage Rating DC: 50 VTolerance: ±5%Dielectric: C0G (NP0)Package / Case: 0402 (1005 metric)

GCM1555C1H121JA16D is a 120pF, 50V, 0402 automotive-grade MLCC from Murata. Key considerations for replacement are matching the AEC-Q200 qualification, C0G dielectric, and package size.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Low if key parameters and grade are matched. Tighter tolerance is generally safe.

Package riskhigh

High if a different package size is considered, as it requires a PCB redesign.

Sourcing risklow

Automotive grade parts can have stricter supply chains, but the part is common.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for GCM1555C1H121JA16D should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

The best path is finding another AEC-Q200 qualified, 120pF, 50V, C0G capacitor in a 0402 package, like GCM1555C1H121FA16D, which offers a tighter tolerance.

Main risk

The main risk is using a non-automotive grade part or a part with a different package size, which would require requalification or a board redesign.

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GCM1555C1H121FA16D

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Needs validationlow risk

AEC-Q200 qualified, pin-compatible match with an improved tolerance (±1% vs ±5%).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorGCM1555C1H121JA16DGCM1555C1H121FA16DGRM0335C1H121JA01DAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Package0402 (1005 metric)0402 (1005 metric)0201 (0603 Metric)0402 (1005 metric) / 0201 (0603 Metric) — matched; GRM0335C1H121JA01D: Requires PCB redesign.
Tolerance±5%±1%-±1% — Tighter tolerance is a safe upgrade.
ApplicationAEC-Q200AEC-Q200General PurposeAEC-Q200 / General Purpose — matched; GRM0335C1H121JA01D: Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified.
Capacitance120 pF120 pF120 pF120 pF — matched; GRM0335C1H121JA01D: matched
Voltage50 V50 V50 V50 V — matched; GRM0335C1H121JA01D: matched
DielectricC0G (NP0)-C0G (NP0)C0G (NP0) — matched

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for GCM1555C1H121JA16D 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.