
TAIYO YUDEN
A functional alternative with a higher voltage rating (25V), but lacks AEC-Q200 qualification.
The Murata GCM32ER71C226KE19L is an automotive-grade 22µF, 16V, X7R ceramic capacitor in a 1210 package. Finding a direct replacement requires matching its AEC-Q200 qualification.
Using a part with different dielectric (X5R) or tolerance (±20%) can cause circuit failure.
Substituting a non-AEC-Q200 part into an automotive design is a major compliance and reliability risk.
All reviewed candidates share the same 1210 package, ensuring physical compatibility.
No direct, verified drop-in replacement has been identified, as all candidates lack the target's AEC-Q200 automotive qualification.
For automotive use, seek another AEC-Q200 qualified 22µF 16V X7R 1210 capacitor. For general use, TMK325B7226KM-TR is a strong candidate with a higher voltage rating.
Using a non-AEC-Q200 part in an automotive application, which can compromise long-term reliability and safety.

TAIYO YUDEN
A functional alternative with a higher voltage rating (25V), but lacks AEC-Q200 qualification.
| Feature / factor | GCM32ER71C226KE19L | TMK325B7226KM-TR | CS3225X7R226K160NRL | C3225X7R1C226MT000N | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 16V | 25V | 16V | 16V | 25V / 16V — Higher voltage rating provides more design margin.; CS3225X7R226K160NRL: Voltage rating matches based on part number and ES data.; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: matched; HGC1210R5226K250NSVK: Higher voltage rating provides more design margin. |
| Qualification | AEC-Q200 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified — Target is AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use; candidate is not.; CS3225X7R226K160NRL: Target is AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use; candidate is not.; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: Target is AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use; candidate is not.; HGC1210R5226K250NSVK: Target is AEC-Q200 qualified for automotive use; candidate is not. |
| Dielectric | X7R | X7R | X7R | - | X7R / X5R — matched; CS3225X7R226K160NRL: Dielectric matches based on part number and ES data.; HGC1210R5226K250NSVK: X5R has a narrower operating temperature range (-55°C to +85°C) than X7R. |
| Package | 1210 (3225 metric) | 1210 (3225 Metric) | 1210 | 1210 (3225 Metric) | 1210 (3225 Metric) — matched; CS3225X7R226K160NRL: matched; C3225X7R1C226MT000N: matched; HGC1210R5226K250NSVK: matched |
| Tolerance | ±10% | - | - | ±20% | ±20% — Wider tolerance may not be acceptable for the application. |
For non-automotive use, Taiyo Yuden's TMK325B7226KM-TR is a strong choice with similar specs and a higher voltage rating. For automotive applications, a different AEC-Q200 qualified part must be sourced.