Description

The 2A102J 100V 1K (0.001µF) Through-Hole Polyester Film Capacitor is a high-quality passive electronic component designed for use in various AC and DC applications that require stable capacitance with excellent reliability. This capacitor features a capacitance value of 0.001µF (1nF) and a rated voltage of 100V, making it suitable for low-to-medium voltage circuits.
Key Features:

• Capacitance: 0.001µF (1nF)

• Voltage Rating: 100V DC

• Tolerance: ±5% (denoted by the "J" in the part number)

• Dielectric Material: Polyester Film (Mylar)

• Mounting Type: Through-Hole (THT)

• Lead Spacing: Standard lead pitch for easy PCB mounting

• Operating Temperature Range: Typically -55°C to +125°C

• Applications: Used in coupling, bypassing, filtering, and timing circuits in analog and digital electronics

Construction & Performance:
The 2A102J capacitor is constructed using a polyester film dielectric, which provides low loss, good stability, and a self-healing property. It offers a high insulation resistance and is resistant to moisture and environmental variations, ensuring durability in different operating conditions.
The through-hole design allows for strong mechanical bonding on printed circuit boards (PCBs), making it ideal for audio, RF circuits, power supplies, and general electronic applications where reliability and longevity are required.
This capacitor is commonly used in signal coupling, noise suppression, decoupling applications, and frequency tuning circuits due to its low Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) and minimal parasitic inductance. The polyester film dielectric provides superior temperature stability compared to ceramic capacitors, making it a preferred choice for sensitive analog applications.
Common Applications:

• Audio filtering and coupling in amplifier circuits

• Power supply decoupling to reduce noise

• Timing circuits in oscillators and waveform generators

• EMI suppression in switching circuits

• Precision analog and digital signal processing

The 2A102J 100V Polyester Film Capacitor is a reliable and versatile component widely used in electronic designs where stable capacitance, long-term reliability, and excellent electrical characteristics are required.