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Murata and TDK to Discontinue Buzzer Production – Telcona Offers Reliable Replacements with Swiss service guarantee

The Market is Shifting. Are You Ready?
In a quiet but monumental shift, two of the world’s leading electronic component manufacturers — Murata and TDK — have announced the discontinuation of their electromagnetic and piezoelectric buzzers.
This news, while not loudly advertised in the press, is already creating waves across the electronics manufacturing industry.
This topic concerns everyone involved — both OEMs and EMS providers — as close collaboration is essential.
Some of our customers have already recognized the situation and taken action. They are working closely with our experts to develop compatible replacement products tailored to their applications — avoiding any unpleasant surprises. With Telcona’s experienced team and long-standing partners in acoustic components, you are in the best hands.
Samples are available free of charge upon successful evaluation with Telcona experts.
Murata Discontinued Piezoelectric Sounders
Series | Discontinued Date | Replacement |
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PKMCS1818 (e.g. PKMCS1818E20A0-R1) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKMCS0909 (e.g. PKMCS0909E4001-R1) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKLCS1212 (e.g. PKLCS1212E4001-R1) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKHPS0013 (e.g. PKHPS0013E4000-A2) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKM17EPP (e.g. PKM17EPP-2002-B0) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKM22EPPH (e.g. PKM22EPPH2001-B0) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKM13EPYH (e.g. PKM13EPYH4000-A0) | 30.09.2027 | Contact us |
PKM17EPPH40 (e.g. PKM17EPPH4001-B0) | 30.09.2024 | Contact us |
PKM22EPH20 (e.g. PKM22EPH2001) | 30.09.2023 | Contact us |
PKM22EPTH20 (e.g. PKM22EPTH2001-B0) | 30.09.2023 | Contact us |
Murata Discontinued Piezoelectric Buzzers
Series | Discontinued Date | Replacement |
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PKB24SPCH36 (e.g. PKB24SPCH3601-B0) | 31.03.2026 | Contact us |
PKB24SPH38 (e.g. PKB24SPH3800) | 31.03.2021 | Contact us |
PKB24SWH33 (e.g. PKB24SWH3301) | 31.03.2021 | Contact us |
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Telcona delivers tailor-made buzzers backed by decades of manufacturing expertise.
Why Telcona?
- High-quality, proven replacements for most Murata/TDK models
- Samples available for testing
- Buffer stock service in Switzerland (our headquarters)
- Responsive and personal support
- Custom quotes for volume buyers or OEM design needs
- Fast delivery across Europe and globally
We’re already working with clients across various industries to secure their supply chain and provide hassle-free replacements for their existing designs.