BFC237521201 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BFC237521201 is a 200 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 (400V AC) with ±3.5% tolerance and is rated for -55°C to 105°C operating temperature range. The part is currently active in production with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. Substitute parts are identified when electrical specifications, mechanical dimensions, and compliance certifications remain identical across the product series.

Substiute Parts

BFC237521201
Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 1174BFC237521201 Datasheet
BFC237521201
Current Part
BFC237525201
Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 2655BFC237525201 Datasheet
BFC237525201
Parametric Equivalent

Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Capacitance 200 pF
Tolerance ±3.5%
Voltage Rating - DC 1000V (1kV)
Voltage Rating - AC 400V
Dielectric Material Polypropylene (PP), Metallized
Operating Temperature Range -55°C ~ 105°C
Mounting Type Through Hole
Package / Case Radial
Lead Spacing 0.394" (10.00mm)
Size / Dimension 0.571" L x 0.217" W (14.50mm x 5.50mm)
Height - Seated (Max) 0.532" (13.50mm)
Termination PC Pins
Series KP/MKP 375
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the BFC237521201 are identified based on strict parametric equivalence within the KP/MKP 375 series. The substitution criteria are limited to the following parameters:

  • Capacitance value: 200 pF
  • Tolerance: ±3.5%
  • Voltage Rating - DC: 1000V (1kV)
  • Voltage Rating - AC: 400V
  • Dielectric Material: Polypropylene (PP), Metallized
  • Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 105°C
  • Mounting Type: Through Hole
  • Package / Case: Radial
  • Lead Spacing: 0.394" (10.00mm)
  • Physical Dimensions: 0.571" L x 0.217" W (14.50mm x 5.50mm)
  • Height - Seated (Max): 0.532" (13.50mm)
  • Termination: PC Pins
  • RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

Parts meeting all these criteria are considered direct parametric equivalents and may be substituted without circuit redesign or performance impact.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter BFC237521201 BFC237525201
Manufacturer Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components
Series KP/MKP 375 KP/MKP 375
Capacitance 200 pF 200 pF
Tolerance ±3.5% ±3.5%
Voltage Rating - DC 1000V (1kV) 1000V (1kV)
Voltage Rating - AC 400V 400V
Dielectric Material Polypropylene (PP), Metallized Polypropylene (PP), Metallized
Operating Temperature Range -55°C ~ 105°C -55°C ~ 105°C
Mounting Type Through Hole Through Hole
Package / Case Radial Radial
Lead Spacing 0.394" (10.00mm) 0.394" (10.00mm)
Size / Dimension 0.571" L x 0.217" W (14.50mm x 5.50mm) 0.571" L x 0.217" W (14.50mm x 5.50mm)
Height - Seated (Max) 0.532" (13.50mm) 0.532" (13.50mm)
Termination PC Pins PC Pins
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status Active Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both BFC237521201 and BFC237525201 are active production parts with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts may be based on inventory availability and supply chain considerations. Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, ensuring regulatory compatibility in applications requiring environmental compliance. The parts are suitable for high-pulse and DV/DT applications within the specified voltage and temperature operating ranges.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BFC237525201 be used as a direct replacement for BFC237521201?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametrically identical across all electrical specifications (capacitance, tolerance, voltage ratings, dielectric material, temperature range) and mechanical dimensions (lead spacing, physical size, height, termination type). They belong to the same KP/MKP 375 series and share identical compliance certifications.

Q: Are there any differences in package or mounting between these parts?

A: No. Both parts use identical radial through-hole packaging with 0.394" (10.00mm) lead spacing, PC pin termination, and the same physical dimensions of 0.571" L x 0.217" W (14.50mm x 5.50mm).

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both BFC237521201 and BFC237525201 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting the same regulatory requirements.

Q: What applications are these capacitors suitable for?

A: These 200 pF film capacitors are designed for high-pulse and DV/DT applications operating at 1000V DC (400V AC) with polypropylene metallized dielectric construction.

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