ECJ-2VB1C104K Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ECJ-2VB1C104K is a 0.1 µF ±10% 16V ceramic capacitor with X7R temperature coefficient in 0805 (2012 Metric) surface mount package manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components. This part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The X7R dielectric provides stable capacitance across the operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C, suitable for general-purpose bypass and decoupling applications in electronic assemblies.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Capacitance	0.1 µF
Tolerance	±10%
Voltage Rating	16V
Temperature Coefficient	X7R
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C to 125°C
Package / Case	0805 (2012 Metric)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, MLCC
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the ECJ-2VB1C104K is determined by strict equivalence in the following parameters:

Capacitance value: 0.1 µF (exact match required)
Tolerance: ±10% (exact match required)
Temperature coefficient: X7R (exact match required)
Operating temperature range: -55°C to 125°C (exact match required)
Package: 0805 (2012 Metric) surface mount (exact match required)
Mounting type: Surface Mount, MLCC (exact match required)
Moisture sensitivity: MSL 1 (exact match required)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories based on voltage rating:

Category 1: Direct Voltage Equivalent (16V rated) Parts with identical 16V voltage rating provide direct functional replacement without derating considerations.

Category 2: Higher Voltage Rating (25V and 50V rated) Parts with higher voltage ratings (25V or 50V) are electrically compatible substitutes. The higher voltage rating provides additional safety margin and does not affect circuit performance when the application voltage remains at or below 16V.

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer	Part Number	Capacitance	Tolerance	Voltage Rating	Temperature Coefficient	Package	Product Status	RoHS Status
Panasonic Electronic Components	ECJ-2VB1C104K	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Obsolete	Not specified
KYOCERA AVX	08053C104KA79A	0.1 µF	±10%	25V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	RoHS non-compliant
KYOCERA AVX	08055C104KAJ9A	0.1 µF	±10%	50V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	RoHS non-compliant
Walsin Technology Corporation	0805B104K160CT	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
KYOCERA AVX	0805YC104KA72A	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	RoHS non-compliant
KYOCERA AVX	0805YC104KAJ2A	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	RoHS non-compliant
KYOCERA AVX	0805YC104KAT2P	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
KEMET	C0805C104K4RAC7800	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
YAGEO	CC0805KRX7R7BB104	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
Samsung Electro-Mechanics	CL21B104KOANNNC	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
Samsung Electro-Mechanics	CL21B104KOANNND	0.1 µF	±10%	16V	X7R	0805 (2012 Metric)	Active	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For applications requiring direct replacement of the obsolete ECJ-2VB1C104K, the following selection criteria apply:

For RoHS3 Compliant Designs: Select from active parts with ROHS3 Compliant status: 0805B104K160CT (Walsin), 0805YC104KAT2P (KYOCERA AVX), C0805C104K4RAC7800 (KEMET), CC0805KRX7R7BB104 (YAGEO), CL21B104KOANNNC (Samsung), or CL21B104KOANNND (Samsung). These parts meet current regulatory requirements for lead-free and halogen-free manufacturing.

For 16V Voltage Rating Match: Parts with 16V rating provide direct electrical equivalence: 0805B104K160CT, 0805YC104KA72A, 0805YC104KAJ2A, 0805YC104KAT2P, C0805C104K4RAC7800, CC0805KRX7R7BB104, CL21B104KOANNNC, and CL21B104KOANNND.

For Higher Voltage Margin: Parts with 25V or 50V ratings (08053C104KA79A and 08055C104KAJ9A) provide additional voltage safety margin while maintaining all other electrical parameters. These are suitable for applications where voltage headroom is beneficial.

For Non-Compliant Legacy Designs: Parts with RoHS non-compliant status (KYOCERA AVX 08053C104KA79A, 08055C104KAJ9A, 0805YC104KA72A, 0805YC104KAJ2A) remain available for legacy systems where RoHS compliance is not required.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a 25V or 50V rated capacitor in place of the 16V ECJ-2VB1C104K? A: Yes. The 25V and 50V rated parts (08053C104KA79A and 08055C104KAJ9A) are electrically compatible substitutes. Higher voltage ratings do not affect circuit performance when operating at or below 16V. The additional voltage rating provides increased safety margin.

Q: What is the difference between RoHS3 compliant and RoHS non-compliant parts? A: RoHS3 compliant parts meet current regulatory requirements for lead-free and halogen-free manufacturing. RoHS non-compliant parts do not meet these requirements. Selection depends on application regulatory requirements and end-use market.

Q: Are all substitute parts in the same 0805 package? A: Yes. All listed substitute parts use the 0805 (2012 Metric) surface mount package, ensuring mechanical and electrical compatibility with the original ECJ-2VB1C104K footprint.

Q: What does MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity mean? A: MSL 1 indicates the lowest moisture sensitivity level. These parts have unlimited shelf life and do not require special moisture control during storage or handling, simplifying supply chain management.

Q: Can I mix different manufacturers' parts in the same assembly? A: Yes. All listed substitute parts meet identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Different manufacturers' parts can be used interchangeably in the same design without performance impact.

Q: Why is the original ECJ-2VB1C104K marked as obsolete? A: Panasonic has discontinued this part number. Active substitutes from other manufacturers provide equivalent functionality and are recommended for new designs and ongoing production.

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