Best Alternatives to TMK316BBJ226ML-T

Package: 1206 (3216 Metric)TAIYO YUDENCeramic CapacitorsSeries: MPackage: Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) Digi-Reel®Capacitance: 22 µFTolerance: ±20%Voltage - Rated: 25V

Reviewing substitutes for the TAIYO YUDEN TMK316BBJ226ML-T, a 22µF 25V 1206 ceramic capacitor. Key considerations for replacement are matching the X5R dielectric, package size, and verifying tolerance.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Many available substitutes offer superior voltage or tolerance ratings.

Package risklow

The 1206 package is an industry standard with many options.

Sourcing risklow

This is a high-volume, multi-source component type.

Can it be replaced directly?

Yes, several parts like CCTC's TCC1206X5R226K250HT and TDK's C3216X5R1E226KTJ00N offer the same core specs with improved tolerance (±10% vs ±20%).

Best replacement path

Upgrade to a part with higher voltage or tighter tolerance, such as Chinocera's HGC1206R5226K350NSPJ (35V, ±10%).

Main risk

The main risk is ensuring the replacement's dielectric characteristics (e.g., capacitance change with temperature and DC bias) are suitable for the application.

Recommended alternatives

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HGC1206R5226K350NSPJ package
Needs validationlow risk

An excellent upgrade with higher voltage rating (35V) and tighter tolerance (±10%).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorTMK316BBJ226ML-THGC1206R5226K350NSPJC3216X5R1E226KTJ00NTCC1206X5R226K250HTCompatibility / risk
Package1206 (3216 Metric)1206 (3216 Metric)1206 (3216 Metric)12061206 (3216 Metric) — Package size matches.; C3216X5R1E226KTJ00N: Package size matches.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Package size matches.
Voltage25.0 V35.0 V25.0 V25.0 V35.0 V / 25.0 V — Higher voltage rating provides more design margin.; C3216X5R1E226KTJ00N: Voltage rating matches.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Voltage rating matches.
Capacitance22.0 µF22.0 µF-22.0 µF22.0 µF — Capacitance matches.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Capacitance matches.
Tolerance±20.0%±10.0%±10.0%±10.0%±10.0% — Tighter tolerance is a safe upgrade.; C3216X5R1E226KTJ00N: Tighter tolerance is a safe upgrade.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Tighter tolerance is generally a safe upgrade.
DielectricX5RX5RX5RX5RX5R — Dielectric material matches.; C3216X5R1E226KTJ00N: Dielectric material matches.; TCC1206X5R226K250HT: Dielectric material matches.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for TMK316BBJ226ML-T are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.