PPZC18100 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PPZC18100 is a 12–180pF trimmer capacitor manufactured by Passive Plus under the FILMTRIM® series. This through-hole component features polycarbonate dielectric material, top and bottom adjustment capability, and is rated for 100V operation across the temperature range of –40°C to 85°C. The part is Active status and RoHS Compliant, making it suitable for general-purpose applications requiring precision capacitance adjustment in PCB designs. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical performance and mechanical compatibility can be maintained within the specified parameter tolerances.

Substiute Parts

PPZC18100

Passive PlusIn Stock: 906PPZC18100 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

PPZC18104

Passive PlusIn Stock: 1733PPZC18104 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The PPZC18104 qualifies as a parametric equivalent to the PPZC18100 based on the following criteria:

Matching Parameters:

• Capacitance Range: 12 ~ 180pF (identical)
• Voltage - Rated: 100V (identical)
• Adjustment Type: Top and Bottom (identical)
• Dielectric Material: Polycarbonate (PC) (identical)
• Q @ Freq: 200 @ 1MHz (identical)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole (identical)
• Operating Temperature: –40°C ~ 85°C (identical)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited) (identical)

Allowed Variation:

• Physical size (diameter): PPZC18100 is 0.394" (10.00mm); PPZC18104 is 0.370" (9.40mm). Both maintain identical height of 0.472" (12.00mm) and are compatible with standard through-hole PCB layouts.

The PPZC18104 maintains full electrical equivalence and can be substituted where PCB footprint space permits the smaller diameter component.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the PPZC18100 and PPZC18104 are Active status components from the same FILMTRIM® series with identical electrical specifications. The PPZC18100 is RoHS Compliant, while the PPZC18104 carries ROHS3 Compliant certification, indicating enhanced environmental compliance. Selection between these parts depends on PCB layout constraints: the PPZC18100 accommodates a 10.00mm diameter footprint, while the PPZC18104 fits a more compact 9.40mm diameter footprint. Both maintain the same 12.00mm seated height and are suitable for applications requiring precision capacitance tuning in the 12–180pF range at 100V operation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PPZC18104 replace PPZC18100 in existing designs? A: Yes, provided the PCB layout accommodates the smaller 9.40mm diameter. All electrical parameters, voltage rating, capacitance range, adjustment type, and operating temperature are identical.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts? A: The physical diameter differs: PPZC18100 is 10.00mm, and PPZC18104 is 9.40mm. Height and all electrical characteristics remain identical.

Q: Are both parts suitable for high-frequency applications? A: Both parts maintain a Q factor of 200 @ 1MHz and are rated for general-purpose applications within the specified operating temperature range of –40°C to 85°C.

Q: What does the adjustment type "Top and Bottom" mean? A: This indicates the trimmer capacitor can be adjusted from both the top and bottom surfaces, providing accessibility for tuning in PCB assemblies.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the two parts? A: The PPZC18100 is RoHS Compliant, while the PPZC18104 is ROHS3 Compliant. Both meet environmental standards and carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in production? A: Interchangeability depends on PCB footprint design. If the layout supports the 9.40mm diameter, PPZC18104 can be used as a direct substitute for PPZC18100 without electrical performance impact.