The Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC is a 56 pF multilayer ceramic capacitor with ±10% tolerance and a 50V voltage rating, engineered in the compact 0603 (1608 metric) surface mount package. This component belongs to the VJ series and employs C0G (also designated NP0) dielectric, a Class I ceramic material known for delivering exceptional stability across temperature and frequency variations. The C0G/NP0 characteristic ensures near-zero capacitance drift over its -55°C to 150°C operating temperature range, making this part well-suited for timing circuits, precision filters, and RF coupling applications where capacitance predictability is non-negotiable.
With physical dimensions of 1.60 mm × 0.80 mm and a maximum thickness of 0.97 mm, the VJ0603A560KXAAC fits standard 0603 surface mount footprints and supports high-density PCB layouts common in portable electronics, telecommunications modules, and compact instrumentation. The C0G dielectric exhibits minimal voltage and aging effects, maintaining tight tolerance over the device lifetime without requiring frequent calibration or compensation. The 50V rating provides adequate headroom for logic-level and low-voltage analog circuits, including signal conditioning stages, oscillator networks, and impedance matching circuits in communication front-ends.
This capacitor is classified as Moisture Sensitivity Level 1, meaning it can be stored and handled without time-limited exposure conditions after bag opening, simplifying inventory management and assembly processes. It complies with ROHS3 environmental directives and carries an ECCN classification of EAR99, indicating standard export control status. The general-purpose application designation reflects its suitability across a broad range of circuit topologies, from DC blocking and AC coupling to snubbing and EMI suppression in switching power supplies.
Designers specifying sub-100 pF capacitance values in 0603 form factor often prioritize low ESR, stable temperature response, and minimal parasitics—attributes directly supported by the C0G dielectric and compact MLCC construction. The VJ0603A560KXAAC delivers these characteristics while maintaining compatibility with automated pick-and-place assembly and reflow soldering profiles. For engineers seeking alternative sourcing, compatible parts include the
C0603C560K5GAC7867
and
C0603C560K5GAC7867
KEMET
CAP CER 56PF 50V NP0 0603
2000000
VJ0603A560JXBAC
, though direct cross-referencing of electrical and mechanical parameters is recommended to ensure drop-in equivalence.
VJ0603A560JXBAC
Vishay Vitramon
CAP CER 56PF 100V C0G/NP0 0603
7255
VJ0603A560KXAAC (1)
Replacement Challenges for Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC 56 pF C0G 0603 Capacitors
Replacing Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC is not just a matter of matching “56 pF 50 V 0603.” In RF matching networks, timing circuits, filters, oscillators, sensor interfaces, and high-frequency bypass positions, small capacitance shifts, dielectric behavior, tolerance, ESR, self-resonant frequency, and land-pattern fit can affect circuit behavior.
The main equivalent and alternative part numbers to evaluate are:
| Manufacturer | Candidate Part Number | Replacement Role |
|---|---|---|
| KEMET |
| Close electrical and mechanical alternative |
| Vishay Vitramon |
| Same manufacturer alternative with tighter tolerance |
For a reliable VJ0603A560KXAAC replacement, the evaluation should confirm capacitance value, dielectric class, rated voltage, package size, tolerance, operating temperature, soldering compatibility, reel format, and availability.
What Defines the Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC Original Component
Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC is a surface-mount multilayer ceramic capacitor from the Vishay VJ series. It is specified as a 56 pF, ±10%, 50 V ceramic capacitor using C0G/NP0 dielectric in a 0603 package.
| Parameter | Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC |
|---|---|
| Capacitance | 56 pF |
| Tolerance | ±10% |
| Rated voltage | 50 V |
| Dielectric | C0G/NP0 |
| Package | 0603 / 1608 metric |
| Dimensions | 1.60 mm x 0.80 mm |
| Thickness max | 0.97 mm |
| Mounting | Surface mount MLCC |
| Operating temperature | -55°C to +150°C |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel |
| RoHS status | RoHS3 compliant |
| MSL | Level 1 |
The C0G/NP0 dielectric is the main reason this capacitor is used where capacitance stability matters. Unlike high-K dielectrics such as X7R or Y5V, C0G/NP0 offers low capacitance drift over temperature, voltage, and aging. Therefore, a replacement should normally remain C0G/NP0 unless the circuit position is non-sensitive.
The 0603 package controls PCB compatibility. A substitute in 0402 or 0805 may have the same capacitance and voltage rating, but it may require layout changes, different assembly settings, or requalification. For drop-in replacement, 0603 size and compatible termination are preferred.
Typical applications include RF tuning, impedance matching, crystal oscillator load capacitance, timing networks, low-loss filters, and general-purpose stable capacitance positions. In these uses, tolerance and parasitic behavior may influence frequency response, startup margin, phase noise, or filter cutoff point.
Candidate Alternatives for VJ0603A560KXAAC Equivalent Replacement
| Manufacturer | Part Number | Key Specifications | Product Features | Typical Applications | Why It Can Replace the Original Part | Main Differences or Limitations | Recommended Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEMET |
| 56 pF, ±10%, 50 V, C0G/NP0, 0603 | Stable Class I ceramic dielectric, tape-and-reel packaging, suitable for automated SMT assembly | RF matching, filters, timing circuits, stable bypass, oscillator networks | Matches the original VJ0603A560KXAAC in capacitance, tolerance, voltage class, dielectric type, and package size | Manufacturer change may require AVL approval; ESR/SRF and termination details should be checked for high-frequency designs | Best general cross-reference option when a same-value 56 pF C0G 0603 50 V capacitor is required |
| Vishay Vitramon |
| 56 pF, ±5%, 50 V class, C0G/NP0, 0603 | Same Vishay VJ family, tighter capacitance tolerance, stable temperature behavior | Oscillator load capacitors, tuned RF circuits, precision filters, frequency-sensitive networks | Same manufacturer and same basic VJ0603 platform reduce qualification risk; tighter ±5% tolerance can improve capacitance control | Tighter tolerance may slightly change circuit centering compared with a broad ±10% design population; ordering suffix and packaging should be verified | Preferred where same-brand continuity and improved capacitance accuracy are beneficial |
KEMET
C0603C560K5GAC7867
is the most direct multi-source replacement path because it preserves the main electrical identity of Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560KXAAC: 56 pF, C0G/NP0 dielectric, 50 V rating, ±10% tolerance, and 0603 body size. It is suitable when the design allows a manufacturer change and the purchasing goal is second-source availability.
C0603C560K5GAC7867
KEMET
CAP CER 56PF 50V NP0 0603
2000000
Vishay Vitramon
VJ0603A560JXBAC
is closer from a brand and series continuity perspective. The key engineering difference is tolerance: ±5% instead of ±10%. In many circuits, this is acceptable or advantageous. However, if the original design statistically accounted for ±10% capacitance spread, the tighter part should still be reviewed in tuned circuits or oscillator load calculations.
VJ0603A560JXBAC
Vishay Vitramon
CAP CER 56PF 100V C0G/NP0 0603
7255
Engineering Trade-Offs Among VJ0603A560KXAAC Replacement Options
| Evaluation Factor | KEMET C0603C560K5GAC7867 | Vishay Vitramon VJ0603A560JXBAC |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical compatibility | Strong match: 56 pF, ±10%, 50 V, C0G/NP0 | Strong match: 56 pF, 50 V class, C0G/NP0, tighter ±5% tolerance |
| Mechanical compatibility | 0603 package supports direct PCB footprint compatibility | 0603 package supports direct PCB footprint compatibility |
| Dielectric behavior | C0G/NP0 provides stable capacitance with temperature and voltage | C0G/NP0 provides stable capacitance with temperature and voltage |
| Tolerance impact | Closest to original ±10% tolerance behavior | Tighter tolerance may improve frequency control or filter repeatability |
| High-frequency suitability | Suitable, but RF designs should compare ESR, Q, and self-resonant frequency | Suitable, with same-family Vishay continuity helpful for existing validation |
| Reliability and qualification | Requires review if KEMET is not already approved in the BOM | Lower qualification burden if Vishay VJ series is already approved |
| Package availability | Tape-and-reel format supports production assembly | Tape-and-reel availability should be confirmed by exact ordering suffix |
| Cost considerations | May be useful for alternate sourcing and price comparison | May carry different pricing due to tighter tolerance or supplier availability |
| Best-fit scenario | Second-source replacement for general 56 pF C0G 0603 50 V use | Same-brand replacement where ±5% tolerance is acceptable or preferred |
| Main limitation | Manufacturer change may require documentation update | Not an exact tolerance match to the ±10% original |
For a drop-in engineering replacement, KEMET
C0603C560K5GAC7867
is usually the closest match because it mirrors the original tolerance and primary specifications. For designs where tighter capacitance control is acceptable, Vishay Vitramon
C0603C560K5GAC7867
KEMET
CAP CER 56PF 50V NP0 0603
2000000
VJ0603A560JXBAC
may be a practical same-manufacturer alternative.
VJ0603A560JXBAC
Vishay Vitramon
CAP CER 56PF 100V C0G/NP0 0603
7255
Before final substitution, confirm the latest datasheets, voltage code, termination finish, packaging suffix, soldering profile, and any RF parameters relevant to the circuit position. For quotations and availability of VJ0603A560KXAAC replacement parts, request pricing through IC-Components.com or email Info@IC-Components.com.




