ECW-F2W684JL Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ECW-F2W684JL is a 0.68 µF film capacitor manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components, rated for 450V DC operation with polypropylene (PP) metallized dielectric. This radial through-hole component is designed for high-frequency and switching applications, operating across a temperature range of -40°C to 105°C. The part is currently active in production with 1036 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align within the allowed specifications for this product category, enabling component interchangeability in circuit designs.

Substiute Parts

ECW-F2W684JL

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 1098ECW-F2W684JL Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ECW-F2W684JA

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 3604ECW-F2W684JA Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ECW-F2W684JA qualifies as a parametric equivalent to the ECW-F2W684JL based on the following critical substitution criteria:

• Identical capacitance value: 0.68 µF
• Identical tolerance: ±5%
• Identical DC voltage rating: 450V
• Identical dielectric material: Polypropylene (PP), Metallized
• Identical operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 105°C
• Identical mounting type: Through Hole
• Identical package configuration: Radial
• Identical mechanical dimensions: 0.713" L x 0.295" W (18.10mm x 7.50mm)
• Identical lead spacing: 0.591" (15.00mm)
• Identical termination: PC Pins

The ECW-F2W684JA operates within the same application domain (High Frequency, Switching) and maintains full dimensional and electrical compatibility for direct substitution in circuit board layouts.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ECW-F2W684JL and ECW-F2W684JA are active production components from Panasonic Electronic Components. The ECW-F2W684JA carries RoHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status, providing additional regulatory alignment for applications requiring environmental compliance documentation. Selection between these parts should be based on inventory availability and supply chain requirements, as electrical and mechanical specifications are identical. The ECW-F2W684JA currently maintains higher inventory levels (3544 units) compared to the ECW-F2W684JL (1036 units), which may influence procurement decisions for high-volume applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ECW-F2W684JA be used as a direct replacement for ECW-F2W684JL in existing circuit designs?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical ratings (0.68 µF, ±5%, 450V DC), dielectric composition (Polypropylene metallized), operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C), and mechanical dimensions (0.713" x 0.295", 15.00mm lead spacing). No circuit modifications or PCB layout changes are required.

Q: Are there differences in AC voltage ratings between these parts?

A: The ECW-F2W684JL does not specify an AC voltage rating. The ECW-F2W684JA specifies 84V AC. For applications requiring AC voltage operation, the ECW-F2W684JA provides this additional specification.

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance standards?

A: Both parts are classified as EAR99 for export control and share the same HTSUS commodity code classification. The ECW-F2W684JA additionally carries RoHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status documentation.

Q: What is the lead spacing tolerance, and does it affect PCB compatibility?

A: Both parts maintain a fixed lead spacing of 0.591" (15.00mm). This dimension is standardized across both variants and ensures compatibility with identically designed PCB footprints.

Q: Are there any thermal or frequency performance differences?

A: Both parts operate across the identical temperature range (-40°C to 105°C) and are rated for the same applications (High Frequency, Switching). No performance differentiation exists between the variants in these operational domains.