PVC601 Film Capacitor Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PVC601 is a 0.1 µF film capacitor manufactured by Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE) with a 600V DC voltage rating, designed for general-purpose applications requiring polyester dielectric construction. This component operates across a temperature range of -55°C to 125°C and features radial through-hole mounting with PC pin termination.

The PVC601 is classified as obsolete. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production or repair requirements for systems utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

PVC601

Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE)In Stock: 986PVC601 Datasheet

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B32522Q8104J000

EPCOS - TDK ElectronicsIn Stock: 2534B32522Q8104J000 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the PVC601 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility:

• Capacitance value must match: 0.1 µF
• Voltage rating (DC) must equal or exceed: 600V
• Voltage rating (AC) must equal or exceed: 200V
• Tolerance must be equal to or tighter than: ±10%
• Dielectric material must be polyester-based

Mechanical Compatibility:

• Mounting type must be through-hole
• Package configuration must be radial
• Termination must be PC pins
• Operating temperature range must encompass or match: -55°C to 125°C

Regulatory Compliance:

• RoHS3 compliance required
• REACH unaffected status required

The substitute part B32522Q8104J000 meets all electrical and mechanical compatibility criteria, with improved tolerance (±5%) and higher voltage rating (630V DC), while maintaining identical capacitance, dielectric material, mounting configuration, and regulatory compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The B32522Q8104J000 is a direct electrical and mechanical substitute for the PVC601. Both components are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting identical regulatory requirements.

The substitute part offers the following advantages:

• Active Product Status: The B32522Q8104J000 is in active production, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain stability compared to the obsolete PVC601.
• Improved Tolerance: The ±5% tolerance of the B32522Q8104J000 provides tighter capacitance accuracy than the ±10% tolerance of the PVC601.
• Higher Voltage Rating: The 630V DC rating of the B32522Q8104J000 exceeds the 600V DC requirement, providing additional safety margin in high-voltage applications.
• Identical Electrical Performance: Both components share the same 0.1 µF capacitance, 200V AC rating, polyester dielectric, and operating temperature range.
• Identical Mechanical Configuration: Both components feature radial through-hole mounting with PC pin termination, ensuring direct board-level compatibility.

Selection of the B32522Q8104J000 is appropriate for applications currently using the PVC601, with no circuit redesign required.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the B32522Q8104J000 be used as a direct replacement for the PVC601 without circuit modifications?

A: Yes. Both components share identical capacitance (0.1 µF), voltage ratings (600V DC / 200V AC minimum), dielectric material (polyester), operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C), and mechanical configuration (radial through-hole with PC pins). No circuit modifications are required.

Q: What is the significance of the tighter tolerance on the B32522Q8104J000?

A: The B32522Q8104J000 has a ±5% tolerance compared to the PVC601's ±10% tolerance. This means the B32522Q8104J000 will maintain capacitance values closer to the nominal 0.1 µF specification. In applications where capacitance accuracy is critical, the substitute part provides improved performance.

Q: Why is the higher voltage rating of the B32522Q8104J000 (630V vs. 600V) beneficial?

A: The 630V DC rating of the B32522Q8104J000 exceeds the 600V DC requirement of the PVC601, providing additional safety margin and stress relief in high-voltage circuits. This reduces the risk of voltage-related component failure.

Q: Are there physical size differences between the PVC601 and B32522Q8104J000?

A: Yes. The PVC601 measures 0.650" diameter × 1.201" length (16.50mm × 30.50mm) with 0.969" lead spacing (24.60mm). The B32522Q8104J000 measures 0.709" length × 0.276" width (18.00mm × 7.00mm) with 0.591" lead spacing (15.00mm). Both are radial through-hole components, but the B32522Q8104J000 has a more compact form factor. PCB layout verification is necessary to confirm physical fit.

Q: Do both components meet the same regulatory compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both the PVC601 and B32522Q8104J000 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting identical environmental and regulatory requirements.

Q: What is the inventory status of each component?

A: The PVC601 has 959 pieces in stock as new original inventory. The B32522Q8104J000 has 2,453 pieces in stock as new original inventory. The substitute part offers significantly higher availability.