Is there a pin-compatible replacement for TPSB106K016R0500?

Yes, parts like TAJB106M016RNJ are pin-compatible. However, they are not electrically identical, featuring higher ESR and wider tolerance, which requires engineering review.

What risks should I check before replacing TPSB106K016R0500?

The most critical risk is the higher Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) of alternatives. Also check for differences in capacitance tolerance, leakage current, and physical package size.

TPSB106K016R0500 Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | AVX

TPSB106K016R0500 is a standard 10uF, 16V, 10% tantalum capacitor in a 1210 package with a low ESR of 500mOhms. Finding a replacement requires careful matching of package, tolerance, and especially ESR.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskhigh

Most alternatives have much higher ESR and/or wider tolerance.

Package riskmedium

Some candidates require a PCB layout change.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, drop-in replacement was found. All candidates have significant parametric differences, primarily much higher ESR, or different packages.

Best replacement path

Consider same-package options like TAJB106M016RNJ, but verify the circuit's tolerance for higher ESR and wider capacitance tolerance.

Main risk

The primary risk is the significantly higher ESR of most alternatives, which can affect circuit stability, filtering performance, and power integrity.

Recommended alternatives

A 10uF, 16V capacitor in the same 1210 package, but with higher tolerance and ESR that must be reviewed.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	TPSB106K016R0500	TAJB106M016RNJ	TAJB106M025RNJ	TPSA106K016R1000	Compatibility / risk
Package	3528 (1210)	1210 (3528 Metric)	3528 (1210 Metric)	1206 (3216 Metric)	1210 (3528 Metric) / 3528 (1210 Metric) / 1206 (3216 Metric) — Package is form-fit compatible.; TAJB106M025RNJ: Package is form-fit compatible.; TPSA106K016R1000: Smaller package requires PCB layout change.
Voltage	16V	16V	25V	16V	16V / 25V — Voltage rating matches.; TAJB106M025RNJ: Higher voltage rating is a safe upgrade.; TPSA106K016R1000: Voltage rating matches.
Tolerance	10%	20%	20%	10%	20% / 10% — Wider tolerance may affect circuit precision.; TAJB106M025RNJ: Wider tolerance may affect circuit precision.; TPSA106K016R1000: Tolerance matches.
Esr	0.5 Ohm	2.8 Ohm	2.5 Ohm	1.0 Ohm	2.8 Ohm / 2.5 Ohm / 1.0 Ohm — Significantly higher ESR is a major risk.; TAJB106M025RNJ: Significantly higher ESR is a major risk.; TPSA106K016R1000: ESR is double the target's value.

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Questions & answers

TAJB106M016RNJ shares the same package and primary ratings, but its higher ESR (2.8 Ohms) and wider tolerance (20%) must be validated for your application.