
Murata Electronics
A strong alternative from the same manufacturer and high-Q series with a minor capacitance difference.
Finding a substitute for the Murata GJM1555C1H5R1BB01D 5.1pF high-Q capacitor requires careful matching of its RF performance. This guide reviews alternatives to help you make an informed decision.
Substituting a general-purpose capacitor for a high-Q part can impact circuit performance, especially in RF applications.
Multiple candidates are available in the same 0402 package.
No exact drop-in replacement has been verified. The closest candidate, GJM1555C1H5R0BB01D, has a slightly lower capacitance of 5.0pF that requires engineering review.
The closest alternative is GJM1555C1H5R0BB01D from the same Murata GJM series, which has a minor capacitance difference (5.0pF vs 5.1pF).
The primary risk is substituting the high-Q (GJM series) target with a general-purpose capacitor, which can degrade performance in RF circuits.

Murata Electronics
A strong alternative from the same manufacturer and high-Q series with a minor capacitance difference.
| Feature / factor | GJM1555C1H5R1BB01D | GJM1555C1H5R0BB01D | CC0402CRNPO9BN5R1 | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 Metric) | 0402 (1005 metric) | 0402 (1005 Metric) / 0402 (1005 metric) — Form factor matches.; CC0402CRNPO9BN5R1: Form factor matches. | |
| Capacitance | 5.1pF | 5.0pF | 5.1pF | 5.0pF / 5.1pF — Slightly lower capacitance.; CC0402CRNPO9BN5R1: Capacitance matches. | |
| Tolerance | ±0.1pF | ±0.1pF | ±0.25pF | ±0.1pF / ±0.25pF — Tolerance matches.; CC0402CRNPO9BN5R1: Tolerance is looser. | |
| Voltage | 50V | 50V | - | 50V — Voltage rating matches. | |
| Application | GJM (High-Q) | GJM (High-Q) | General Purpose | GJM (High-Q) / General Purpose — Application series matches.; CC0402CRNPO9BN5R1: Not a high-Q series. |
The best alternative is Murata's GJM1555C1H5R0BB01D. It is from the same high-Q series and has nearly identical specifications, with only a minor 0.1pF difference in capacitance.