Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 2225SC103MAT3A

Part Overview

The 2225SC103MAT3A is a high-voltage ceramic capacitor manufactured by KYOCERA AVX with a capacitance of 10000 pF, rated at 1500V (1.5kV), and featuring X7R temperature coefficient characteristics. This Surface Mount MLCC (Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor) in 2225 package format is designed for general-purpose applications requiring stable capacitance across a wide operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. The part maintains Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating, indicating unlimited moisture sensitivity protection. Alternative models are identified to provide options for applications requiring higher voltage ratings or improved tolerance specifications while maintaining identical capacitance and package dimensions.

Substiute Parts

2225SC103MAT3A\SB

KYOCERA AVXIn Stock: 11172225SC103MAT3A\SB Datasheet

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2225GC103KAT1A

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2225HC103KAT1A

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 2225SC103MAT3A is determined by the following critical parameters that must remain constant across all alternatives:

• Capacitance Value: 10000 pF (exact match required)
• Package Format: 2225 (5763 Metric) with identical physical dimensions (0.225" L x 0.250" W, 2.54mm thickness)
• Mounting Technology: Surface Mount MLCC configuration
• Temperature Coefficient: X7R for stable capacitance performance across the operating range
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to 125°C
• Compliance Standards: ROHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected, EAR99 classification

The identified substitute parts maintain all these core parameters while offering variations in voltage rating and tolerance specifications. These variations represent upgrades in electrical performance characteristics, allowing designers to select components based on specific circuit voltage requirements and tolerance budgets.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—2225SC103MAT3A, 2225GC103KAT1A, and 2225HC103KAT1A—maintain Active product status with full ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected classification, ensuring regulatory compliance across all options.

The 2225SC103MAT3A operates at 1500V rating with ±20% tolerance. The 2225GC103KAT1A provides a 2000V rating with improved ±10% tolerance, offering enhanced voltage margin and tighter capacitance control. The 2225HC103KAT1A delivers the highest voltage rating at 3000V with ±10% tolerance, providing maximum voltage headroom for high-voltage circuit applications.

Selection between these parts depends on circuit voltage requirements and tolerance specifications. All parts share identical physical dimensions, package format, and thermal characteristics, ensuring direct mechanical and electrical compatibility within the specified operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 2225GC103KAT1A or 2225HC103KAT1A be used as direct replacements for 2225SC103MAT3A?

A: Yes. Both substitute parts maintain identical capacitance (10000 pF), package format (2225), physical dimensions, mounting type (Surface Mount MLCC), and temperature coefficient (X7R). The primary differences are voltage rating and tolerance specifications, which represent performance enhancements rather than incompatibilities.

Q: What is the significance of the tolerance difference between ±20% and ±10%?

A: Tolerance defines the allowable deviation of actual capacitance from the nominal 10000 pF value. The ±20% tolerance of 2225SC103MAT3A permits capacitance between 8000 pF and 12000 pF. The ±10% tolerance of substitute parts constrains capacitance between 9000 pF and 11000 pF, providing tighter capacitance control for applications requiring more precise values.

Q: Why would an application use a higher voltage-rated capacitor than required?

A: Higher voltage ratings provide increased safety margin and reliability in high-voltage circuits. The 2225HC103KAT1A at 3000V rating offers superior voltage headroom compared to the 1500V rating of 2225SC103MAT3A, reducing stress on the dielectric material and extending component lifetime in demanding applications.

Q: Are the physical dimensions identical across all three parts?

A: Yes. All three parts use the 2225 (5763 Metric) package format with dimensions of 0.225" L x 0.250" W (5.72mm x 6.35mm) and thickness of 0.100" (2.54mm), ensuring identical PCB footprint and assembly compatibility.

Q: Do all parts meet the same compliance and regulatory standards?

A: Yes. All three parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, classified as EAR99, and maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, ensuring equivalent regulatory compliance and environmental protection standards.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these capacitors?

A: All three parts operate across the identical temperature range of -55°C to 125°C with X7R temperature coefficient, ensuring stable capacitance performance throughout this range.