
Murata Electronics
Automotive-grade alternative with identical specs but wider capacitance tolerance (±5%).
Finding a substitute for the Murata GCM1555C1H680FA16D, an automotive-grade 68pF 50V MLCC, requires checking both electrical parameters and AEC-Q200 qualification. Alternatives exist with tradeoffs in tolerance or qualification.
Using a non-AEC-Q200 part is a high risk in automotive applications.
Accepting a wider tolerance (±5% vs ±1%) may affect performance in sensitive circuits.
Candidates share the same 0402 package, ensuring form/fit compatibility.
No direct, drop-in replacement was found. The closest options involve a trade-off in either capacitance tolerance or automotive qualification.
Use GCM1555C1H680JA16D if your circuit can tolerate ±5% capacitance, as it maintains the critical AEC-Q200 qualification.
The primary risk is substituting a general-purpose capacitor for an automotive-grade one, which can lead to reliability issues or failure to meet design standards.

Murata Electronics
Automotive-grade alternative with identical specs but wider capacitance tolerance (±5%).
| Feature / factor | GCM1555C1H680FA16D | GCM1555C1H680JA16D | GRM1555C1H680FA01D | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) — Identical package and pin count.; GRM1555C1H680FA01D: Identical package and pin count. | |
| Application | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 | General Purpose | AEC-Q200 / General Purpose — Both are automotive grade.; GRM1555C1H680FA01D: Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified. | |
| Voltage | 50V | 50V | 50V | 50V — Voltage rating is identical.; GRM1555C1H680FA01D: Voltage rating is identical. | |
| Tolerance | ±1% | ±5% | ±1% | ±5% / ±1% — Candidate has wider tolerance.; GRM1555C1H680FA01D: Tolerance is identical. | |
| Capacitance | 68pF | 68pF | - | 68pF — Capacitance is identical. | |
| Lifecycle | Active | - | NRND | NRND — Candidate is Not Recommended for New Designs. |
The best alternative is GCM1555C1H680JA16D from Murata. It is also AEC-Q200 qualified in the same package, but has a wider capacitance tolerance of ±5% which must be verified for your application.