100uF 16V Through Hole Radial Electrolytic Capacitor

The 100uF 16V Through Hole Radial Electrolytic Capacitor is a compact and cost-effective capacitor commonly used for power supply filtering, decoupling, and timing applications. With a radial lead design, it is ideal for through-hole mounting on PCBs. Its high capacitance and moderate voltage rating make it suitable for a wide range of electronic circuits requiring stable energy storage and noise suppression.

Key Features of 100uF 16V Through Hole Radial Electrolytic Capacitor:

• High Capacitance: Provides 100 microfarads of storage for energy buffering and filtering.
• Voltage Rating: Can safely operate at voltages up to 16V DC.
• Radial Lead Design: Optimized for through-hole PCB mounting.
• Polarized Construction: Ensures correct polarity installation in DC circuits.
• Reliable Electrolyte Sealing: Sealed aluminum body to prevent leakage and enhance lifespan.

Technical Specifications of 100uF 16V Radial Electrolytic Capacitor:

• Capacitance: 100uF (Microfarads)
• Rated Voltage: 16V DC
• Tolerance: ±20%
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C (typical)
• Leakage Current: ≤0.01CV or 3µA (whichever is greater, after 2 minutes)
• Ripple Current: Approx. 110mA RMS at 120Hz, 85°C

Mechanical Specifications of 100uF 16V Radial Electrolytic Capacitor:

• Package Type: Radial through-hole
• Polarity Marking: Stripe indicates the negative lead
• Encapsulation: Aluminum can with rubber or plastic base
• Lead Material: Tin-plated copper or iron

Dimensions:

• Body Diameter: 5mm to 6.3mm (varies by brand)
• Body Height: 11mm to 12mm (typical)
• Lead Pitch: 2.5mm
• Lead Length: Approx. 15mm (pre-trimmed)

Mounting Options:

• PCB Through-Hole: Designed for soldering onto standard perforated or custom PCBs.
• Breadboard Compatible: Can be temporarily used on breadboards with tight sockets.

Schematic Diagram, Connection, Wiring and Pinout:

• Connection: Positive lead to V_CC, negative lead to ground.
• Wiring: Observe correct polarity to avoid capacitor damage or explosion.
• Pinout: Long lead is positive, short lead with stripe is negative.

Datasheet of 100uF 16V Electrolytic Capacitor:

• Download 100uF 16V Capacitor Datasheet (PDF)

Applications of 100uF 16V Through Hole Radial Electrolytic Capacitor:

• Power Supply Filtering: Smooths rectified DC voltage in adapter circuits.
• Timing Circuits: Used in conjunction with resistors for RC timing applications.
• Audio Circuits: Bypasses and decouples AC signals in amplifiers and preamps.
• Microcontroller Boards: Stabilizes voltage near ICs to prevent resets.
• Battery-Powered Devices: Buffers voltage drops during peak loads.

Equivalent of 100uF 16V Electrolytic Capacitor:

• Rubycon 100uF 16V: High-quality Japanese capacitor
• Panasonic FC Series: Low ESR series for high-frequency applications
• Nichicon VR Series: General-purpose high-reliability capacitor
• Kemet 100uF 16V: Economical and durable capacitor

Package Includes:

• 1 x 100uF 16V Through Hole Radial Electrolytic Capacitor