GCM31CC71H475KA03L
Murata Electronics
Needs validationmedium risk
Same package and ratings, but different X7S dielectric requires review. Automotive grade.
Best Alternatives to GRM319R61H475KA12D
Finding a replacement for the Murata GRM319R61H475KA12D 4.7µF 50V 1206 MLCC involves checking package size and dielectric characteristics. Several functional alternatives exist but may require design adjustments.
AI replacement insight
Package riskhigh
Many alternatives are in a smaller 0805 package, requiring PCB redesign.
Electrical riskmedium
Dielectric changes (X5R to X7S/X7R) affect capacitance stability over temperature.
Sourcing risklow
Multiple active alternatives are available from the same manufacturer.
Can it be replaced directly?
No verified direct drop-in replacement exists. The closest option, GCM31CC71H475KA03L, has a different dielectric characteristic that must be reviewed.
Best replacement path
For a near drop-in, evaluate GCM31CC71H475KA03L for its matching package, but verify the X7S dielectric is acceptable. For new layouts, consider smaller 0805 parts.
Main risk
The main risks are physical incompatibility due to different package sizes and electrical performance changes from different dielectric materials.
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| Feature / factor | GRM319R61H475KA12D | GCM31CC71H475KA03L | GRT21BR61H475KE13L | GRM21BC71H475KE11L | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1206 (3216 Metric) | 1206 (3216 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 1206 (3216 metric) / 0805 (2012 metric) — Package size matches the target.; GRT21BR61H475KE13L: Smaller package requires PCB layout change.; GRM21BC71H475KE11L: Smaller package requires PCB layout change.; GRM21BZ71H475KE15K: Smaller package requires PCB layout change. |
| Capacitance | 4.7µF | 4.7µF | - | - | 4.7µF — Capacitance matches. |
| Voltage | 50V | 50V | - | 50V | 50V — Voltage rating matches.; GRM21BC71H475KE11L: Voltage rating matches.; GRM21BZ71H475KE15K: Voltage rating matches. |
| Dielectric | X5R | X7S | - | X7S | X7S / X7R — Weaker stability (±22% vs ±15% over temp), but wider temp range.; GRM21BC71H475KE11L: Weaker stability (±22% vs ±15% over temp), but wider temp range.; GRM21BZ71H475KE15K: X7R offers better temperature performance than target's X5R. |
| Application | General Purpose | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 | - | AEC-Q200 — Automotive grade may be an upgrade.; GRT21BR61H475KE13L: Automotive grade may be an upgrade. |
| Electrical | 4.7µF, 50V, X5R | - | 4.7µF, 50V, X5R | - | 4.7µF, 50V, X5R — Key electrical parameters match. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
GCM31CC71H475KA03L is a strong candidate with the same 1206 package and key ratings, but its X7S dielectric has different stability and requires engineering review.