BFC237520101 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BFC237520101 is a 100 pF film capacitor manufactured by Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components, designed for high-pulse and DV/DT applications. This polypropylene metallized radial capacitor operates at 1000V DC and 400V AC, with a ±5% tolerance and temperature range of -55°C to 105°C. The part is currently active in production with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. Substitute parts are identified to support inventory management, supply chain continuity, and design flexibility while maintaining identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Substiute Parts

BFC237520101

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 763BFC237520101 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

BFC237524101

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 2472BFC237524101 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the BFC237520101 are qualified based on strict parametric equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical specifications. The substitution criteria are:

• Identical capacitance value: 100 pF
• Identical tolerance: ±5%
• Identical voltage ratings: 1000V DC and 400V AC
• Identical dielectric material: Polypropylene (PP), Metallized
• Identical operating temperature range: -55°C to 105°C
• Identical mounting type: Through Hole Radial
• Identical lead spacing: 0.394" (10.00mm)
• Identical termination: PC Pins
• Same series classification: KP/MKP 375
• Equivalent compliance status: ROHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected

Parts meeting all these criteria are considered direct parametric equivalents and may be used interchangeably in applications requiring the BFC237520101.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the BFC237520101 and BFC237524101 are active production parts with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts should be based on availability and inventory status. The BFC237524101 offers higher inventory availability (2366 pcs) compared to the BFC237520101 (692 pcs). Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, ensuring regulatory compatibility in applications requiring environmental and hazardous substance restrictions. No performance or functional differences exist between these parts; they are direct parametric equivalents suitable for interchangeable use in high-pulse and DV/DT applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BFC237524101 be used as a direct replacement for BFC237520101?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametrically identical across all electrical and mechanical specifications, including capacitance, voltage ratings, dielectric material, operating temperature range, package dimensions, and lead spacing. They are direct equivalents.

Q: Are there any differences in compliance or certifications between these parts?

A: No. Both parts carry identical ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, ensuring equivalent regulatory compliance for applications with environmental or hazardous substance restrictions.

Q: Do these parts have the same physical footprint?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical dimensions (0.571" L x 0.197" W), height (0.532" max), and lead spacing (0.394"), ensuring identical PCB layout compatibility and mounting requirements.

Q: What applications are these capacitors suitable for?

A: Both parts are specified for high-pulse and DV/DT applications, utilizing polypropylene metallized dielectric technology rated for 1000V DC and 400V AC operation across -55°C to 105°C temperature range.

Q: Is there a preferred part number for new designs?

A: Selection should be based on current inventory availability and supply chain requirements. Both parts are active production items with identical specifications and are suitable for new designs.