GCM1555C1H8R0CA16D
Murata Electronics
Needs validationlow risk
Automotive grade substitute from the same series with a slightly relaxed tolerance.
Best Alternatives to GCM1555C1H8R0BA16D
GCM1555C1H8R0BA16D is an active, automotive-grade 8.0pF 50V MLCC from Murata in a 0402 package, notable for its tight ±0.1pF tolerance. Finding a substitute requires careful attention to tolerance and automotive qualification.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Most alternatives have looser tolerance (e.g., ±0.25pF or ±0.5pF vs ±0.1pF), which may affect performance in precision circuits.
Package risklow
All viable candidates are in the same 0402 package.
Sourcing riskhigh
The target's tight tolerance may be hard to source. Cross-vendor options may not be automotive qualified.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for GCM1555C1H8R0BA16D should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
The best replacement path is to use another Murata GCM series capacitor, such as GCM1555C1H8R0CA16D, which matches all key parameters except for a slightly looser tolerance.
Main risk
The primary risk is substituting with a part that has a looser capacitance tolerance or lacks AEC-Q200 automotive qualification.
Recommended alternatives
2Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | GCM1555C1H8R0BA16D | GCM1555C1H8R0CA16D | GCM1555C1H8R0DA16D | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) — Same package and footprint.; GCM1555C1H8R0DA16D: Same package and footprint. | |
| Application | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 — Both parts are automotive grade.; GCM1555C1H8R0DA16D: Both parts are automotive grade. | |
| Voltage | 50.0V | 50.0V | - | 50.0V — Voltage rating is identical. | |
| Tolerance | ±0.1pF | ±0.25pF | ±0.5pF | ±0.25pF / ±0.5pF — Candidate has a looser tolerance.; GCM1555C1H8R0DA16D: Candidate has a significantly looser tolerance. | |
| Lifecycle | Active | Active | - | Active — Both parts are in active production. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for GCM1555C1H8R0BA16D 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.