Is there a pin-compatible replacement for GCM1555C1H820FA16D?

No pin-compatible, drop-in replacement has been identified. While several parts share the same 0402 package, they differ in key parameters like tolerance or automotive qualification, requiring engineering review.

What risks should I check before replacing GCM1555C1H820FA16D?

Before replacing, verify if your application can tolerate a wider capacitance range (±5% vs ±1%). Most importantly, confirm if the substitute needs to be AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use, as this is a critical safety and reliability factor.

GCM1555C1H820FA16D Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Finding a substitute for the Murata GCM1555C1H820FA16D, an 82pF 50V 1% automotive MLCC, requires careful attention. Key factors for replacement are matching the tight tolerance and ensuring the alternative is also AEC-Q200 qualified.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Relaxing tolerance from ±1% to ±5% may impact performance in sensitive circuits.

Sourcing riskhigh

Using a non-AEC-Q200 part in an automotive application violates design requirements and poses a reliability risk.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement was found. All candidates require engineering review due to differences in tolerance or automotive qualification.

Best replacement path

GCM1555C1H820JA16D is the closest option if a wider tolerance (±5%) is acceptable. For non-automotive use, CC0402FRNPO9BN820 is a parametric match.

Main risk

The primary risks are either accepting a wider capacitance tolerance or using a non-automotive grade component in a qualified design.

Recommended alternatives

Automotive MLCC from the same manufacturer with identical package and capacitance, but a wider tolerance (±5% vs ±1%).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	GCM1555C1H820FA16D	GCM1555C1H820JA16D	CC0402FRNPO9BN820	Compatibility / risk
Package	0402 (1005 metric)	0402 (1005 metric)	0402 (1005 metric)	0402 (1005 metric) — Form and fit are identical.; CC0402FRNPO9BN820: Form and fit are identical.
Capacitance	82 pF	82 pF	-	82 pF — matched
Voltage	50 V	50 V	-	50 V — matched
Tolerance	±1%	±5%	-	±5% — Candidate has wider tolerance.
Application	AEC-Q200	AEC-Q200	General Purpose	AEC-Q200 / General Purpose — Both are automotive grade.; CC0402FRNPO9BN820: Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified.
Electricals	82 pF, ±1%, 50V, C0G	-	82 pF, ±1%, 50V, NP0/C0G	82 pF, ±1%, 50V, NP0/C0G — Key electrical parameters match.
Manufacturer	Murata Electronics	-	Yageo	Yageo — Cross-vendor alternative.

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Questions & answers

The best alternative depends on your design constraints. GCM1555C1H820JA16D is an automotive part with a wider tolerance (±5%). CC0402FRNPO9BN820 matches electrically but is not for automotive use.