GRT21BR61E226ME13L
Murata Electronics
Needs validationmedium risk
AEC-Q200 qualified with a higher voltage rating, but in a larger 0805 package; requires board layout change.
Best Alternatives to GRT188R61A226ME13D
Reviewing alternatives for the Murata GRT188R61A226ME13D, a 22uF 10V 0603 AEC-Q200 MLCC. Key considerations for substitutes include matching the automotive qualification and physical package size.
AI replacement insight
Sourcing riskhigh
Finding an AEC-Q200 part with exact parameters and package can be challenging.
Package riskmedium
Several alternatives are in different packages (0805) and will not fit the 0603 footprint.
Electrical risklow
Core electrical parameters (capacitance, voltage) are matched by several candidates.
Can it be replaced directly?
No, a direct, verified drop-in replacement for the GRT188R61A226ME13D is not available among the candidates. All options have differences in qualification, package, or construction.
Best replacement path
No direct pin-for-pin replacement is identified. The closest options require careful review of application requirements, particularly the need for AEC-Q200 qualification and package size.
Main risk
The primary risk is substituting a non-AEC-Q200 qualified part (like the GRM series) into an automotive application, which could compromise reliability and safety.
Recommended alternatives
3Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | GRT188R61A226ME13D | GRT21BR61E226ME13L | ZRB18AR61A226ME01L | GRM187R61A226ME15D | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0603 (1608 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0603 (1608 Metric) | 0603 (1608 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) / 0603 (1608 Metric) / 0603 (1608 metric) — Candidate is in a larger package and will not fit the same footprint.; ZRB18AR61A226ME01L: Package size matches.; GRM187R61A226ME15D: Package size matches. |
| Application | Automotive (GRT) | Automotive (GRT) | General Purpose | General Purpose (GRM) | Automotive (GRT) / General Purpose / General Purpose (GRM) — Both parts are from the AEC-Q200 qualified GRT series.; ZRB18AR61A226ME01L: Target is AEC-Q200 automotive grade.; GRM187R61A226ME15D: Candidate is general purpose, target is AEC-Q200 (GRT series). |
| Voltage | 10.0V | 25.0V | 10.0V | 10.0V | 25.0V / 10.0V — Candidate has a higher voltage rating, which is a safe upgrade.; ZRB18AR61A226ME01L: Voltage rating is identical.; GRM187R61A226ME15D: Voltage rating is identical. |
| Dielectric | X5R | X5R | - | - | X5R — Dielectric material is identical. |
| Construction | Standard MLCC | - | Interposer | - | Interposer — Candidate has an interposer for mechanical stress; target does not. |
| Capacitance | 22.0uF | - | - | 22.0uF | 22.0uF — Capacitance is identical. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
There is no single best alternative. If board space allows, GRT21BR61E226ME13L is an AEC-Q200 option in a larger 0805 package. For non-automotive use, GRM187R61A226ME15D is a general-purpose part in the same 0603 package.