Capacitance converter

How is Capacitance Converter: pF, nF, µF and Capacitor Codes calculated?

Use 1 µF = 1000 nF = 10⁶ pF. Convert pF, nF, µF and F, decode 104-style capacitor markings and check worked examples. Learn why capacitance does not identify voltage rating.

Sources: nist.gov [1]

How do I calculate this example: 0.1 µF?

100 nF = 100000 pF. This is a calculated example under the model stated above; it is not a measured component specification.

Which units does Capacitance Converter: pF, nF, µF and Capacitor Codes use?

pF, nF, µF, mF, F. Convert prefixes before substituting values; keep the input and output units attached to every number.

Sources: nist.gov [1]

What does capacitor code 104 mean?

104 means 10 × 10⁴ pF: 100 nF or 0.1 µF. The last digit is the multiplier, not a voltage rating.

Sources: content.kemet.com [1]

Can I determine voltage rating from capacitance?

No. Confirm the manufacturer part number, dielectric and datasheet. Equal capacitance does not establish equal voltage or temperature ratings.

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Is nominal capacitance always the operating capacitance?

Not necessarily. Bias, temperature, tolerance and measurement frequency can change effective capacitance; unit conversion does not model those effects.

Sources: content.kemet.com [1]