Needs validationlow risk
Pin-compatible alternative from TDK with identical key electrical specifications.
Best Alternatives to GRM188R61C225KE15D
The Murata GRM188R61C225KE15D is an obsolete 2.2µF 16V 0603 ceramic capacitor. Several pin-compatible alternatives from TDK, CCTC, and FOJAN are available, some with upgraded voltage ratings.
AI replacement insight
Package risklow
All reviewed candidates use the same 0603 package.
Electrical riskmedium
Some options have wider tolerance. DC bias and ESR should be checked for all cross-vendor parts.
Sourcing risklow
Multiple active alternatives exist from different manufacturers, improving availability.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for GRM188R61C225KE15D should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
Start with Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates for GRM188R61C225KE15D, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.
Main risk
The primary risk is selecting a substitute with a wider capacitance tolerance (±20% vs. ±10%), which could affect circuit performance.
Recommended alternatives
6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | GRM188R61C225KE15D | C1608X5R1C225KT000N | FCC0603X225K160CT | TCC0603X5R225K250CT | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 (1608 Metric) | 0603 (1608 metric) | 0603 (1608 Metric) | 0603 (1608 Metric) | 0603 (1608 metric) / 0603 (1608 Metric) — Package size matches.; FCC0603X225K160CT: Package size matches.; TCC0603X5R225K250CT: Package size matches.; TCC0603X5R225K500CT: Package size matches. |
| Voltage | 16.0 V | 16.0 V | 16.0 V | 25.0 V | 16.0 V / 25.0 V / 50.0 V — Voltage rating matches.; FCC0603X225K160CT: Voltage rating matches.; TCC0603X5R225K250CT: Higher voltage rating provides more design margin.; TCC0603X5R225K500CT: Higher voltage rating provides more design margin. |
| Capacitance | 2.2e-06 F | 2.2e-06 F | 2.2e-06 F | 2.2e-06 F | 2.2e-06 F — Capacitance matches.; FCC0603X225K160CT: Capacitance matches.; TCC0603X5R225K250CT: Capacitance matches.; TCC0603X5R225K500CT: Capacitance matches. |
| Tolerance | 10.0 % | 10.0 % | 10.0 % | 10.0 % | 10.0 % — Tolerance matches.; FCC0603X225K160CT: Tolerance matches.; TCC0603X5R225K250CT: Tolerance matches.; TCC0603X5R225K500CT: Tolerance matches. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for GRM188R61C225KE15D 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.