EEE-TP1C331AV Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EEE-TP1C331AV is a 330 µF, 16 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in surface mount radial can package manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components. This component is rated for automotive and high-temperature reflow applications with AEC-Q200 compliance and a 3000-hour lifetime at 125°C. The part is active and in stock, making it suitable for production environments requiring reliable energy storage and filtering in automotive circuits.

Substitute parts are necessary when the primary part becomes unavailable, when design flexibility is required across manufacturing locations, or when alternative series options provide equivalent electrical performance with different mechanical or thermal characteristics.

Substiute Parts

EEE-TP1C331AV

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 1485EEE-TP1C331AV Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

EEE-TC1C331P

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 1859EEE-TC1C331P Datasheet

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EEE-TP1C331AP

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 983EEE-TP1C331AP Datasheet

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EEE-TC1C331V

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 1405EEE-TC1C331V Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the EEE-TP1C331AV is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Capacitance: 330 µF (exact match required)
• Voltage Rating: 16 V (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±20% (exact match required)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C (exact match required)
• Lifetime: 3000 Hours @ 125°C (exact match required)
• Polarization: Polar (exact match required)
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount (exact match required)
• Package Type: Radial, Can - SMD (exact match required)
• AEC-Q200 Compliance: Required for automotive applications
• RoHS3 Compliance: Required for regulatory compliance

Acceptable variations within substitution:

• ESR @ 100 kHz: May vary (150 mOhm baseline; higher values acceptable if within design margin)
• Ripple Current Ratings: May vary (higher ripple current capability is acceptable)
• Height (Seated Max): Minor variations acceptable within PCB layout constraints (10.20 mm to 10.80 mm range)
• Series Designation: May differ (TP, TC series both acceptable)

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts meet the core electrical and mechanical requirements for direct replacement of the EEE-TP1C331AV in automotive and high-temperature reflow applications.

EEE-TC1C331P and EEE-TC1C331V offer increased ripple current capability (487.5 mA @ 120 Hz and 750 mA @ 100 kHz) compared to the main part, providing additional thermal margin in high-ripple environments. These parts are suitable for applications where ripple current stress is a design concern.

EEE-TP1C331AP maintains identical ripple current ratings to the main part and represents a direct electrical equivalent within the TP series. Height variation (10.20 mm seated maximum) is within acceptable PCB layout tolerance for standard surface mount assembly.

All substitute parts carry AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring regulatory and reliability requirements are met for automotive circuit applications. Selection should be based on inventory availability, ripple current requirements, and PCB layout constraints.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can EEE-TC1C331P be used as a direct replacement for EEE-TP1C331AV?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical capacitance (330 µF), voltage rating (16 V), tolerance (±20%), operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C), lifetime (3000 hours @ 125°C), and package specifications (10.00 mm diameter, 10.30 mm × 10.30 mm land size). The EEE-TC1C331P offers higher ripple current capability, which is a beneficial characteristic for substitution. Both are AEC-Q200 compliant and ROHS3 compliant.

Q: What is the difference between the TP and TC series?

A: Both TP and TC series are Panasonic aluminum electrolytic capacitors with identical electrical specifications for this 330 µF, 16 V rating. The TP series includes anti-vibration characteristics. Series designation does not affect substitution eligibility when all electrical and mechanical parameters match.

Q: Are there height differences between substitute parts?

A: Yes. The EEE-TP1C331AV has a seated height of 10.80 mm maximum, while EEE-TC1C331P is 10.50 mm and EEE-TP1C331AP is 10.20 mm. All variations fall within standard PCB layout tolerances for surface mount radial can packages. Height selection should be based on available PCB clearance in the target application.

Q: Do all substitute parts have the same ESR specification?

A: The EEE-TP1C331AV, EEE-TC1C331P, and EEE-TC1C331V all specify 150 mOhm ESR @ 100 kHz. The EEE-TP1C331AP does not specify ESR in the provided data. ESR is not a limiting factor for substitution when the specified value is 150 mOhm or lower.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest ripple current rating?

A: EEE-TC1C331P and EEE-TC1C331V both support 487.5 mA @ 120 Hz and 750 mA @ 100 kHz, compared to 325 mA @ 120 Hz and 500 mA @ 100 kHz for the main part. These higher ratings provide additional thermal margin in ripple-intensive applications.

Q: Are all parts suitable for automotive applications?

A: Yes. All listed parts carry AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and are rated for automotive and high-temperature reflow applications with operating temperatures from -40°C to 125°C.

Q: What is the MSL rating for these parts?

A: All parts have MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity limitations for storage and handling.