BFC237544682 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BFC237544682 is a 6800 pF film capacitor rated for 2000V DC (2kV) with polypropylene dielectric and metallized construction. Manufactured by Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components, this radial through-hole component operates across -55°C to 105°C and is designed for high pulse and DV/DT applications. The part is Active status and ROHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when identical electrical specifications and mechanical parameters are maintained across the same product series.

Substiute Parts

BFC237544682

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 911BFC237544682 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

BFC237540682

Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC ComponentsIn Stock: 3948BFC237540682 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the BFC237544682 is determined by strict equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. The substitute part BFC237540682 qualifies as a direct equivalent based on the following criteria:

• Identical capacitance value: 6800 pF
• Identical tolerance: ±5%
• Identical voltage ratings: 2000V DC / 600V AC
• Identical dielectric material: Polypropylene (PP), Metallized
• Identical operating temperature range: -55°C ~ 105°C
• Identical mounting configuration: Through Hole Radial
• Identical physical dimensions: 1.024" L x 0.315" W (26.00mm x 8.00mm)
• Identical lead spacing: 0.394" (10.00mm)
• Identical series classification: KP/MKP 375

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both BFC237544682 and BFC237540682 are Active status components manufactured by Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components within the KP/MKP 375 series. Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. Selection between these parts may be based on inventory availability: BFC237544682 has 819 pcs in stock, while BFC237540682 has 3910 pcs in stock. From an engineering perspective, either part satisfies identical application requirements for high pulse and DV/DT circuits requiring 6800 pF capacitance at 2kV DC rating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BFC237540682 be used as a direct replacement for BFC237544682?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametrically identical across all electrical specifications (capacitance, voltage rating, tolerance, dielectric material, temperature range) and mechanical parameters (dimensions, lead spacing, mounting type, package configuration). They belong to the same product series and carry identical compliance certifications.

Q: Are there any differences in physical footprint between these parts?

A: No. Both parts share identical dimensions of 1.024" L x 0.315" W (26.00mm x 8.00mm) with 0.394" (10.00mm) lead spacing. PCB layout and mounting hole positioning are identical.

Q: Do both parts meet the same regulatory requirements?

A: Yes. Both BFC237544682 and BFC237540682 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, with identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8532.25.0070) classifications.

Q: What applications are these capacitors suitable for?

A: Both parts are rated for high pulse and DV/DT applications, operating across -55°C to 105°C with 2000V DC and 600V AC voltage ratings.

Q: Is there a performance difference between these substitute parts?

A: No. Electrical performance and reliability characteristics are equivalent. Both parts use polypropylene metallized dielectric construction and are manufactured by the same company within the same product series.