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Package: 0402 (1005 metric)Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Ceramic CapacitorsCapacitance: 30 pFVoltage Rating DC: 50 VTolerance: ±5%Package / Case: 0402 (1005 metric)Temperature Characteristic: C0G (EIA)

GCM1555C1H300JA16D is a 30pF, 50V, C0G automotive-grade (AEC-Q200) MLCC in a 0402 package from Murata. Finding a suitable replacement requires matching these key parameters and ensuring automotive qualification.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Using a part without AEC-Q200 qualification in an automotive design poses a high reliability risk.

Package risklow

Many 0402 MLCCs are available, making physical replacement straightforward.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for GCM1555C1H300JA16D should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

The best path is to use another AEC-Q200 qualified capacitor, like Murata's GCQ1555C1H300JB01D, which matches all critical parameters.

Main risk

The main risk is substituting with a commercial-grade capacitor, which lacks the required AEC-Q200 qualification for automotive applications.

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Needs validationlow risk

Matches package, key electricals, and automotive qualification. High-Q series may offer improved performance.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorGCM1555C1H300JA16DGCQ1555C1H300JB01DCC0402FRNPO9BN300Alt 3Compatibility / risk
Package0402 (1005 metric)0402 (1005 metric)0402 (1005 metric)0402 (1005 metric) — Identical package ensures form and fit.; CC0402FRNPO9BN300: Identical package ensures form and fit.
Voltage50.0 V50.0 V-50.0 V — Voltage rating matches.
Capacitance30.0 pF30.0 pF30.0 pF30.0 pF — Capacitance value matches.; CC0402FRNPO9BN300: Capacitance value matches.
DielectricC0G (EIA)C0G-C0G — Dielectric type matches for stable performance.
ApplicationAEC-Q200 (General)AEC-Q200 (High Q)CommercialAEC-Q200 (High Q) / Commercial — Both are AEC-Q200 qualified. Candidate is a high-Q type.; CC0402FRNPO9BN300: Lacks AEC-Q200 qualification.
Tolerance±5.0%-±1.0%±1.0% — Tighter tolerance is generally acceptable.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for GCM1555C1H300JA16D 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.