PVC10215 Film Capacitor Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC10215 is a 1500 pF film capacitor manufactured by Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE) with a 1 kV DC voltage rating and polyester dielectric. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of equivalent substitute parts essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations. The part operates across a temperature range of -55°C to 125°C and is configured as a through-hole radial component with PC pin termination.

Substiute Parts

PVC10215

Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE)In Stock: 913PVC10215 Datasheet

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B32620A0152J000

EPCOS - TDK ElectronicsIn Stock: 6666B32620A0152J000 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the PVC10215 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Capacitance value: 1500 pF
• DC voltage rating: 1000V (1kV) minimum
• Mounting type: Through hole radial configuration
• Termination style: PC pins
• RoHS3 compliance status

Allowable Variations:

• Tolerance: Substitute may have tighter tolerance (±5% acceptable for ±10% requirement)
• Dielectric material: Polypropylene (PP) metallized acceptable as alternative to polyester
• AC voltage rating: May exceed specified 200V
• Operating temperature upper limit: May be lower than 125°C if minimum -55°C is maintained
• Physical dimensions: May differ within radial package constraints
• Lead spacing: May vary within through-hole radial standards

The substitute part B32620A0152J000 meets all mandatory matching parameters while offering improved tolerance specification and alternative dielectric material suitable for high-pulse applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The B32620A0152J000 qualifies as a direct substitute for the PVC10215 based on matching capacitance, DC voltage rating, through-hole radial configuration, and PC pin termination. Both components maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status.

The substitute part offers the following advantages: active product status with current manufacturing availability, tighter capacitance tolerance (±5% versus ±10%), and higher AC voltage rating (500V versus 200V). The polypropylene metallized dielectric provides enhanced performance characteristics for high-pulse applications.

Design consideration: The B32620A0152J000 operates to a maximum temperature of 105°C compared to the PVC10215's 125°C upper limit. Applications requiring sustained operation above 105°C require alternative component selection. Lead spacing differs (7.50mm versus 12.70mm), necessitating PCB layout verification prior to implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the B32620A0152J000 directly replace the PVC10215 in existing designs?

A: The B32620A0152J000 meets all mandatory electrical specifications (1500 pF capacitance, 1000V DC rating, through-hole radial package, PC pin termination). PCB layout modification is required due to different lead spacing (7.50mm versus 12.70mm). Operating temperature maximum differs (105°C versus 125°C); verify application requirements do not exceed 105°C continuous operation.

Q: What is the significance of the tolerance difference between ±10% and ±5%?

A: The substitute part B32620A0152J000 provides tighter tolerance specification. A ±5% tolerance component can fulfill applications requiring ±10% tolerance. Capacitance value remains 1500 pF nominal in both cases.

Q: Are there compliance or regulatory differences between these parts?

A: Both components are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and classified under EAR99 export control. No compliance barriers exist for substitution.

Q: Why does the substitute part have different physical dimensions?

A: The B32620A0152J000 uses polypropylene metallized-stacked dielectric technology, resulting in a more compact radial package (10.00mm x 4.00mm with 8.50mm seated height) compared to the polyester PVC10215 (8.40mm diameter x 17.80mm length). Both maintain radial through-hole configuration with PC pin termination.

Q: What applications are suitable for the B32620A0152J000 substitute?

A: The substitute part is specified for high-pulse and DV/DT applications. General-purpose applications compatible with the original PVC10215 are also suitable, provided operating temperature does not exceed 105°C.