EMVY500ARA331MKE0S Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EMVY500ARA331MKE0S is a 330 µF, 50 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor manufactured by Chemi-Con in the Alchip™ MVY series. This surface mount radial can capacitor is rated for 5000 hours at 105°C and operates across the temperature range of -55°C to 105°C. The part is Active in product status and RoHS3 compliant. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified for applications requiring alternative sourcing, inventory management, or specific packaging configurations while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Capacitance	330 µF
Voltage Rating	50 V
Tolerance	±20%
Lifetime @ Temperature	5000 Hrs @ 105°C
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 105°C
Polarization	Polar
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Package Type	Radial, Can - SMD
Size / Diameter	0.492" (12.50 mm)
RoHS Status	RoHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the EMVY500ARA331MKE0S is determined by strict equivalence of the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Capacitance: 330 µF (exact match required)
Voltage Rating: 50 V (exact match required)
Tolerance: ±20% (exact match required)
Lifetime: 5000 Hrs @ 105°C (exact match required)
Operating Temperature: -55°C ~ 105°C (exact match required)
Polarization: Polar (exact match required)
Package Type: Radial, Can - SMD (exact match required)
Diameter: 0.492" (12.50 mm) (exact match required)
RoHS Status: RoHS3 Compliant (exact match required)
MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited) (exact match required)

Allowable Variations:

Height: Seated height may vary within PCB assembly constraints (13.50 mm to 14.00 mm acceptable)
Surface Mount Land Size: Minor variations acceptable (12.50 mm to 13.50 mm range)
Ripple Current: Variations acceptable provided rated value meets or exceeds application requirement
Impedance: Variations acceptable within SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitor specifications
Packaging Format: Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® or Tape & Reel (TR) formats are interchangeable for component selection
Manufacturer: Different manufacturers acceptable if all critical parameters match

All identified substitute parts meet these criteria and are confirmed Active in product status.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	EMVY500ARA331MKE0S (Chemi-Con)	EEE-FK1H331AQ (Panasonic)	EEV-FK1H331Q (Panasonic)	MAL215099112E3 (Vishay)	AEA1213331M050R (KYOCERA AVX)
Capacitance	330 µF	330 µF	330 µF	330 µF	330 µF
Voltage Rating	50 V	50 V	50 V	50 V	50 V
Tolerance	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%
Lifetime @ Temperature	5000 Hrs @ 105°C	5000 Hrs @ 105°C	5000 Hrs @ 105°C	5000 Hrs @ 105°C	5000 Hrs @ 105°C
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C
Polarization	Polar	Polar	Polar	Polar	Polar
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Package Type	Radial, Can - SMD	Radial, Can - SMD	Radial, Can - SMD	Radial, Can - SMD	Radial, Can - SMD
Diameter	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)
Height - Seated (Max)	0.531" (13.50 mm)	0.551" (14.00 mm)	0.551" (14.00 mm)	0.551" (14.00 mm)	0.531" (13.50 mm)
Surface Mount Land Size	0.512" L x 0.512" W (13.00 mm x 13.00 mm)	0.531" L x 0.531" W (13.50 mm x 13.50 mm)	0.531" L x 0.531" W (13.50 mm x 13.50 mm)	0.492" L x 0.492" W (12.50 mm x 12.50 mm)	0.512" L x 0.512" W (13.00 mm x 13.00 mm)
Ripple Current @ 120 Hz	325 mA	675 mA	675 mA	Not specified	540 mA
Ripple Current @ 100 kHz	650 mA	900 mA	900 mA	690 mA	900 mA
Impedance	110 mOhms	120 mOhms	120 mOhms	130 mOhms	120 mOhms
RoHS Status	RoHS3 Compliant	RoHS3 Compliant	RoHS3 Compliant	RoHS3 Compliant	RoHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four substitute parts are electrically and mechanically equivalent to the EMVY500ARA331MKE0S based on critical parameter matching. Selection among these alternatives is determined by application-specific requirements and availability:

EEE-FK1H331AQ (Panasonic FK Series, Tape & Reel): This part carries AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and is suitable for automotive and high-temperature reflow applications. Ripple current ratings exceed the main part specification. Height is 0.551" (14.00 mm), which requires PCB clearance verification. Surface mount land size is 0.531" x 0.531" (13.50 mm x 13.50 mm).

EEV-FK1H331Q (Panasonic FK Series, Cut Tape & Digi-Reel): This part carries AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and is suitable for automotive applications. Packaging format matches the main part (Cut Tape & Digi-Reel). Ripple current ratings exceed the main part specification. Height is 0.551" (14.00 mm), requiring PCB clearance verification. Surface mount land size is 0.531" x 0.531" (13.50 mm x 13.50 mm).

MAL215099112E3 (Vishay 150 CRZ Series, Tape & Reel): This part carries AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and is suitable for automotive applications. Ripple current at 100 kHz is 690 mA, meeting application requirements. Height is 0.551" (14.00 mm), requiring PCB clearance verification. Surface mount land size is 0.492" x 0.492" (12.50 mm x 12.50 mm), matching the main part diameter.

AEA1213331M050R (KYOCERA AVX AEA Series, Tape & Reel): This part is suitable for general-purpose applications. Height is 0.531" (13.50 mm), matching the main part. Surface mount land size is 0.512" x 0.512" (13.00 mm x 13.00 mm), matching the main part. Ripple current at 100 kHz is 900 mA, exceeding the main part specification.

All parts are RoHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can EEE-FK1H331AQ or EEV-FK1H331Q be used as direct replacements for EMVY500ARA331MKE0S?

A: Yes, both Panasonic FK series parts are electrically equivalent. However, the seated height is 0.551" (14.00 mm) compared to 0.531" (13.50 mm) for the main part. PCB layout must accommodate this 0.020" (0.50 mm) height difference. Surface mount land size is also larger at 0.531" x 0.531" (13.50 mm x 13.50 mm).

Q: What is the difference between EEE-FK1H331AQ and EEV-FK1H331Q?

A: Both parts are from the Panasonic FK series with identical electrical specifications and AEC-Q200 automotive qualification. The primary difference is packaging format: EEE-FK1H331AQ is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format, while EEV-FK1H331Q is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® format, matching the main part packaging.

Q: Is MAL215099112E3 suitable for automotive applications?

A: Yes, MAL215099112E3 carries AEC-Q200 automotive qualification. It is suitable for automotive applications. The seated height is 0.551" (14.00 mm), and surface mount land size is 0.492" x 0.492" (12.50 mm x 12.50 mm).

Q: Can AEA1213331M050R replace EMVY500ARA331MKE0S in all applications?

A: Yes, AEA1213331M050R is electrically and mechanically equivalent. The seated height is 0.531" (13.50 mm), matching the main part. Surface mount land size is 0.512" x 0.512" (13.00 mm x 13.00 mm), matching the main part. This part is suitable for general-purpose applications.

Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitution compatibility?

A: Substitution is determined by exact matching of capacitance (330 µF), voltage rating (50 V), tolerance (±20%), lifetime (5000 Hrs @ 105°C), operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C), polarization (Polar), mounting type (Surface Mount), package type (Radial, Can - SMD), diameter (0.492" / 12.50 mm), RoHS status (RoHS3 Compliant), and MSL rating (1 / Unlimited). Seated height, surface mount land size, ripple current, and impedance may vary within acceptable ranges.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes, all identified substitute parts are RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, matching the compliance status of the main part EMVY500ARA331MKE0S.

Q: What is the inventory status of substitute parts?

A: EEE-FK1H331AQ has 12,768 pcs in stock. EEV-FK1H331Q has 1,968 pcs in stock. MAL215099112E3 has 2,700 pcs in stock. AEA1213331M050R has 1,253 pcs in stock. The main part EMVY500ARA331MKE0S has 827,800 pcs in stock.

Q: Do substitute parts have different ripple current ratings?

A: Yes, ripple current ratings vary among substitute parts. EEE-FK1H331AQ and EEV-FK1H331Q both provide 675 mA @ 120 Hz and 900 mA @ 100 kHz. MAL215099112E3 provides 690 mA @ 100 kHz. AEA1213331M050R provides 540 mA @ 120 Hz and 900 mA @ 100 kHz. The main part provides 325 mA @ 120 Hz and 650 mA @ 100 kHz. All substitute parts meet or exceed the main part ripple current specifications.

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