0.1UF 104 50V Monolithic Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC)

0.1UF 104 50V Monolithic Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC) is a premium, high-stability component engineered for decoupling and bypass applications in modern electronic circuits. This monolithic capacitor features multiple layers of ceramic and metal, which results in a significantly higher capacitance-to-volume ratio than standard disc capacitors. Consequently, it provides excellent frequency characteristics and low ESR, making it indispensable for filtering noise in high-speed digital systems. Furthermore, its robust radial lead construction ensures reliable performance under various environmental stresses. Therefore, you should utilize this “104” capacitor to maintain signal integrity and voltage stability across your most sensitive printed circuit board (PCB) designs.

Key Features:

• High Capacitance Density: The multilayer monolithic construction packs a significant 0.1 μF capacity into a very small footprint.
• Low Inductance and ESR: This capacitor offers superior high-frequency performance, which allows it to filter out electrical interference more effectively than electrolytic types.
• Moisture Resistance: A high-quality epoxy resin coating protects the internal layers from humidity and environmental contaminants.
• Temperature Stability: It maintains consistent capacitance values over a wide range of operating temperatures, ensuring circuit reliability.
• Non-Polarized Dielectric: The device operates in any orientation within a circuit, simplifying the assembly process for manufacturers and hobbyists alike.

Technical Specifications:

• Capacitance Value: 0.1 μF (represented by code 104)
• Voltage Rating: 50 V DC
• Tolerance: ±10% or ±20% (Typical for K or M classes)
• Dielectric Material: X7R or Y5V (Commonly Monolithic Ceramic)
• Insulation Resistance: ≥ 10,000 MΩ
• Operating Temperature Range: −25°C to +85°C
• Dissipation Factor: ≤ 3.5%

Mechanical Specifications:

• Package Type: Radial Leaded (Through-Hole)
• Coating: Flame Retardant Epoxy Resin
• Lead Material: Tinned Copper-Clad Steel
• Durability: Highly resistant to mechanical vibration and thermal shock.

Dimensions:

• Body Width: ≈ 4.5 mm
• Body Height: ≈ 4.0 mm
• Lead Pitch: 5.08 mm (0.2 inch) or 2.54 mm (0.1 inch)
• Lead Length: ≥ 15 mm
• Body Thickness: ≈ 2.5 mm

Pinout and Wiring:

• Pin 1 (Lead A): Connect to the positive voltage rail or signal line.
• Pin 2 (Lead B): Connect to the ground (GND) or common return path.
• Non-Polarity Note: Because this is a ceramic component, you can swap the leads without affecting the functionality or safety of the device.
• Installation Tip: However, you must keep the leads as short as possible to minimize parasitic inductance in high-frequency applications.

Datasheet Reference:

• Download Monolithic Ceramic Capacitor Datasheet

Commonly Used in:

• Digital Logic Circuits: Decoupling supply pins of ICs like 74HC series or microcontrollers.
• Audio Equipment: Coupling and filtering stages to remove unwanted DC offsets and high-frequency hiss.
• Power Supplies: Smoothing output ripples in low-voltage DC-DC converters.

Applications:

• Noise Suppression: Acting as a bypass capacitor to divert high-frequency noise to ground.
• Signal Compensation: Adjusting the frequency response in oscillator or timing circuits.
• Data Line Filtering: Protecting communication lines from transient voltage spikes.

Equivalent Models:

• 104 Ceramic Disc: Provides the same capacitance but however lacks the superior stability of the monolithic multilayer version.
• Vishay Mono-Kap Series: A high-end equivalent often found in industrial instrumentation.
• Kemet C322 Series: A widely used professional-grade monolithic capacitor with matching specifications.

Package Includes:

• 1 x 0.1UF 104 50V Monolithic Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC)