Equivalent & Substitute Parts for ERK610Z331MTER

Part Overview

The ERK610Z331MTER is a ceramic capacitor manufactured by KEMET, currently classified as obsolete. This part is no longer in active production, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives for ongoing design support and component procurement. Substitute parts must maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility with the original specification to ensure proper circuit performance and reliability.

Substiute Parts

ERK610Z331MTER

KEMETIn Stock: 1191ERK610Z331MTER Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

C712U331KZYDCA7301

KEMETIn Stock: 643C712U331KZYDCA7301 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ERK610Z331MTER is based on the following criteria derived from provided specifications:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Manufacturer alignment (KEMET)
• Ceramic capacitor category classification
• REACH compliance status (REACH Unaffected)
• Export classification (EAR99)
• Harmonized tariff code (8532.23.0060)
• Active product status for ongoing availability

The substitute part C712U331KZYDCA7301 satisfies all mandatory substitution parameters. Both parts share identical REACH status, ECCN classification, and HTSUS coding, ensuring regulatory and compliance equivalence. The substitute maintains ceramic capacitor technology and KEMET manufacturing origin.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The C712U331KZYDCA7301 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute for the obsolete ERK610Z331MTER. Selection of this substitute is supported by:

Compliance Equivalence: Both parts maintain identical REACH compliance status and export classification, ensuring no regulatory barriers to substitution.

Manufacturer Continuity: KEMET manufacturing origin is preserved, maintaining supply chain consistency and quality assurance protocols.

Product Status: The substitute part holds active product status with confirmed inventory availability (620 Pcs), providing reliable long-term procurement compared to the obsolete original part.

Regulatory Alignment: Identical HTSUS coding and ECCN classification ensure customs and export compliance requirements are maintained without modification to procurement or logistics procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why is the ERK610Z331MTER no longer available? A: The ERK610Z331MTER is classified as obsolete and has been discontinued by KEMET. The manufacturer-recommended substitute C712U331KZYDCA7301 is the designated replacement for ongoing applications.

Q: What are the key compatibility factors between the original and substitute parts? A: Compatibility is established through identical manufacturer (KEMET), component category (ceramic capacitor), regulatory compliance (REACH Unaffected, EAR99), and tariff classification (8532.23.0060). These parameters ensure functional and regulatory equivalence.

Q: Does the substitute part have the same mounting configuration? A: The substitute part C712U331KZYDCA7301 is specified as Through Hole mounting with Radial, Disc package configuration. Verify that your original application design accommodates this mounting type and package style.

Q: Are there inventory considerations for this substitution? A: The substitute part C712U331KZYDCA7301 has 620 Pcs in current stock with active product status, providing reliable availability compared to the obsolete original part which has limited remaining inventory.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the substitute part? A: The substitute part maintains REACH Unaffected status and EAR99 export classification, identical to the original part, ensuring no changes to compliance documentation or procurement procedures.