GRM21BC71H475KE11L
Murata Electronics
Needs validationmedium risk
A 4.7µF, 50V, 0805 capacitor with an X7S dielectric, resulting in less stable capacitance over temperature than the target.
Best Alternatives to GRM21BZ71H475KE15K
Reviewing alternatives for the Murata GRM21BZ71H475KE15K, a general-purpose 4.7µF 50V 0805 X7R capacitor. Key considerations for substitutes include matching the X7R dielectric for temperature stability and the 0805 package for direct replacement.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskmedium
Using a different dielectric (X5R, X7S) impacts capacitance stability over temperature.
Package riskhigh
Functional alternates in 1210/1206 packages require a PCB redesign.
Can it be replaced directly?
No direct, drop-in replacement with identical parameters was found. All candidates require engineering review due to differences in package or dielectric material.
Best replacement path
If board space allows a redesign, use a 1210 part like CC1210KKX7R9BB475 for identical electricals. If the 0805 footprint is fixed, evaluate GRT21BR61H475KE13L (X5R) for its impact on temperature performance.
Main risk
The primary risk is a change in capacitance stability over temperature due to different dielectrics (X5R/X7S vs. X7R).
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | GRM21BZ71H475KE15K | GRM21BC71H475KE11L | GRT21BR61H475KE13L | CC1210KKX7R9BB475 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 1210 (3225 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) / 1210 (3225 metric) — Matches target package.; GRT21BR61H475KE13L: Matches target package.; CC1210KKX7R9BB475: Larger package, not a drop-in replacement.; GCM32ER71H475KA55L: Larger package, not a drop-in replacement. |
| Dielectric | X7R | X7S | X5R | X7R | X7S / X5R / X7R — X7S has wider capacitance variation (±22%) over temp vs X7R (±15%).; GRT21BR61H475KE13L: X5R has a narrower temp range for ±15% stability (+85°C) vs X7R (+125°C).; CC1210KKX7R9BB475: Dielectric type matches.; GCM32ER71H475KA55L: Dielectric type matches. |
| Voltage | 50.0 V | 50.0 V | 50.0 V | 50.0 V | 50.0 V — Voltage rating matches.; GRT21BR61H475KE13L: Voltage rating matches.; CC1210KKX7R9BB475: Voltage rating matches.; GCM32ER71H475KA55L: Voltage rating matches. |
| Capacitance | 4.7e-06 F | 4.7e-06 F | 4.7e-06 F | 4.7e-06 F | 4.7e-06 F — Capacitance value matches.; GRT21BR61H475KE13L: Capacitance value matches.; CC1210KKX7R9BB475: Capacitance value matches. |
| Pin Count | 2 | - | - | - | null — Pin count data missing, assumed 2. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
No single 'best' alternative exists. If your design can tolerate a different PCB layout, CC1210KKX7R9BB475 is electrically identical. If the 0805 size is mandatory, GRT21BR61H475KE13L is an option if the reduced temperature performance of its X5R dielectric is acceptable.