GRT21BR61E226ME13L
Murata Electronics
Needs validationmedium risk
AEC-Q200 qualified alternative with higher voltage but a reduced operating temperature range.
Best Alternatives to GRT21BC81A226ME13L
GRT21BC81A226ME13L is an automotive-grade 22µF 10V 0805 MLCC. Alternatives exist but require careful review of the operating temperature range and AEC-Q200 qualification.
AI replacement insight
Electrical riskhigh
Reduced temperature range is a critical downgrade.
Package risklow
Package is identical for all recommended alternatives.
Sourcing riskmedium
Some alternatives are not AEC-Q200 qualified, affecting use in automotive applications.
Can it be replaced directly?
No direct drop-in replacement has been identified. All candidates have a lower maximum operating temperature due to a different dielectric (X5R vs. X6S).
Best replacement path
The closest match is GRT21BR61E226ME13L, which maintains AEC-Q200 qualification. However, it has a lower temperature rating that must be verified.
Main risk
The primary risk is the reduced maximum operating temperature from +105°C to +85°C, which may cause failure in high-temperature environments.
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | GRT21BC81A226ME13L | GRT21BR61E226ME13L | GRM219R61C226ME15L | GRM21BR61A226ME44L | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) | 0805 (2012 Metric) | 0805 (2012 metric) / 0805 (2012 Metric) — Package matches.; GRM219R61C226ME15L: Package matches.; GRM21BR61A226ME44L: Package matches.; GRM21BR61E226ME44K: Package matches. |
| Voltage | 10V | 25V | 16V | 10V | 25V / 16V / 10V — Higher voltage rating provides more margin.; GRM219R61C226ME15L: Higher voltage rating.; GRM21BR61A226ME44L: Voltage rating matches.; GRM21BR61E226ME44K: Higher voltage rating. |
| Dielectric | X6S | X5R | X5R | X5R | X5R — Results in lower max operating temperature.; GRM219R61C226ME15L: Results in lower max operating temperature.; GRM21BR61A226ME44L: Results in lower max operating temperature.; GRM21BR61E226ME44K: Results in lower max operating temperature. |
| Temperature | -55°C to +105°C | -55°C to +85°C | - | - | -55°C to +85°C — Reduced max temperature from +105°C to +85°C. |
| Application | AEC-Q200 | AEC-Q200 | General Purpose | General Purpose | AEC-Q200 / General Purpose — Both parts are automotive qualified.; GRM219R61C226ME15L: Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified.; GRM21BR61A226ME44L: Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified.; GRM21BR61E226ME44K: Candidate is not AEC-Q200 qualified. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
GRT21BR61E226ME13L is a strong candidate as it is also AEC-Q200 qualified with a higher voltage rating, but its maximum operating temperature is lower (+85°C vs +105°C). Engineering review is essential.