Needs validationlow risk
Potential drop-in with same package and ratings, but has a wider 20% tolerance.
Best Alternatives to TAJC107K016RNJ
TAJC107K016RNJ is a 100µF 16V tantalum capacitor in a 6032 C-Case. While direct replacements exist, careful review of tolerance and package size is required for any substitute.
AI replacement insight
Package riskhigh
Multiple candidates are in larger packages (D/E-Case) requiring a board redesign.
Electrical riskmedium
Candidates vary in tolerance and voltage rating, requiring careful circuit analysis.
Sourcing risklow
The AVX TAJ series is widely available from multiple distributors.
Can it be replaced directly?
A direct, 1-to-1 replacement with identical key parameters is not available among the candidates. TAJC107M016RNJ is the closest form-fit match but has a relaxed tolerance.
Best replacement path
Use TAJC107M016RNJ if 20% tolerance is acceptable; otherwise, a board redesign is needed for electrically superior but physically larger parts like TAJD107K020RNJ.
Main risk
The primary risks are physical incompatibility due to different package sizes and functional issues from using a part with looser capacitance tolerance.
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4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | TAJC107K016RNJ | TAJC107M016RNJ | TAJD107K020RNJ | TAJD107K016RNJ | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 6032 (C Case) | 2312 (6032 Metric) | 7343 (2917) | D Case (7343) | 2312 (6032 Metric) / 7343 (2917) / D Case (7343) / 7343 (E Case) — Same C-Case footprint.; TAJD107K020RNJ: Larger D-Case requires different PCB layout.; TAJD107K016RNJ: Larger D-Case requires different PCB layout.; TAJE107M025RNJ: Larger E-Case requires different PCB layout. |
| Voltage | 16.0V | 16.0V | 20.0V | 16.0V | 16.0V / 20.0V / 25.0V — Voltage rating is identical.; TAJD107K020RNJ: Higher voltage rating provides more margin.; TAJD107K016RNJ: Voltage rating is identical.; TAJE107M025RNJ: Higher voltage rating provides more margin. |
| Capacitance | 100µF | 100µF | - | - | 100µF — Capacitance is identical. |
| Tolerance | 10.0% | 20.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% | 20.0% / 10.0% — Looser tolerance requires circuit validation.; TAJD107K020RNJ: Tolerance is identical.; TAJD107K016RNJ: Tolerance is identical.; TAJE107M025RNJ: Looser tolerance requires circuit validation. |
| Esr | 1 Ohm | 1 Ω | 500 mOhms | 600 mOhms | 1 Ω / 500 mOhms / 600 mOhms / 300 mOhms — ESR is identical.; TAJD107K020RNJ: Lower ESR is an improvement.; TAJD107K016RNJ: Lower ESR is an improvement.; TAJE107M025RNJ: Lower ESR is a significant improvement. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
TAJC107M016RNJ is a potential drop-in replacement with the same package and ratings, but a looser 20% tolerance. For new designs, TAJD107K020RNJ offers upgraded voltage in a larger package.