TAP156K016SCS Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TAP156K016SCS is a 15 µF conformal coated tantalum capacitor rated at 16 V with radial through-hole mounting. Manufactured by KYOCERA AVX, this component is part of the active TAP series and is ROHS3 compliant. Finding equivalent or substitute parts may be necessary due to inventory constraints, application voltage requirements, or design optimization needs.

Substiute Parts

TAP156K016SCS

KYOCERA AVXIn Stock: 1083TAP156K016SCS Datasheet

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TAP156K006SCS

KYOCERA AVXIn Stock: 1807TAP156K006SCS Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TAP156K016SCS is limited to parts that maintain the following critical parameters:

• Capacitance: 15 µF (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±10% (exact match required)
• Type: Conformal Coated (exact match required)
• Operating Temperature: -55°C ~ 125°C (exact match required)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole (exact match required)
• Package / Case: Radial (exact match required)
• Manufacturer: KYOCERA AVX (same manufacturer series)

The TAP156K006SCS is identified as a manufacturer-recommended substitute. This part differs in voltage rating (6.3 V versus 16 V) and ESR specification (5 Ohm versus 2.5 Ohm), with corresponding physical dimension variations. Substitution is valid only when the application circuit operates at or below 6.3 V and can tolerate the higher ESR value.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the TAP156K016SCS and TAP156K006SCS are active products from KYOCERA AVX with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. Selection between these parts depends on circuit voltage requirements. The TAP156K016SCS is suitable for applications requiring 16 V rated voltage with lower ESR performance. The TAP156K006SCS is applicable only when the circuit operates at 6.3 V or below and the higher ESR value (5 Ohm) is acceptable for the application's frequency response and ripple current characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TAP156K006SCS replace TAP156K016SCS in any application?

A: Only if the circuit operates at 6.3 V or lower. The TAP156K006SCS has a lower voltage rating and higher ESR, making it unsuitable for circuits designed for 16 V operation.

Q: Are the physical dimensions compatible between these parts?

A: Lead spacing is identical at 0.098" (2.50mm), allowing PCB footprint compatibility. However, the TAP156K006SCS has a smaller diameter (5.00mm versus 5.50mm) and lower height (8.50mm versus 9.00mm), which may affect mechanical clearance in confined spaces.

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both TAP156K016SCS and TAP156K006SCS are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, with identical operating temperature ranges of -55°C to 125°C.

Q: What is the impact of the ESR difference between these parts?

A: The TAP156K016SCS has 2.5 Ohm ESR while the TAP156K006SCS has 5 Ohm ESR. Higher ESR increases heat dissipation and may affect circuit performance in high-frequency or high-ripple-current applications.

Q: Are both parts currently available?

A: Both parts are active products. TAP156K016SCS has 983 pieces in stock, and TAP156K006SCS has 1790 pieces in stock as new original inventory.