Overview
The Sprague 118P20554S4 is a 2.0µF, 400VDC hermetically sealed metallized paper capacitor featuring axial leads and unsleeved construction. This vintage surplus component is ideal for restoration projects, vintage audio equipment, and industrial electronics requiring reliable capacitance at moderate voltage levels. The Sprague 118P series offers decades of proven performance in demanding applications.
Key Features
- 2.0µF capacitance rating, ±10% tolerance
- 400VDC maximum operating voltage
- Hermetically sealed oil-filled construction for enhanced reliability
- Axial lead configuration for PCB and breadboard mounting
- Unsleeved design typical of vintage Sprague components
- RoHS compliant where applicable to surplus stock
Technical Specifications
Key operating parameters and physical characteristics are listed below:
- Capacitance: 2.0µF
- Voltage Rating: 400VDC
- Dielectric: Metallized Paper
- Termination: Axial (leads)
- Construction: Hermetically sealed, unsleeved
- Tolerance: ±10%
- Temperature Range: Suitable for general electronics use
Typical Applications
- Vintage audio equipment and amplifiers
- Power supply filtering and smoothing circuits
- Industrial control and measurement equipment
- Crossover networks and signal conditioning circuits
- Historical equipment restoration and repair
- Electronic prototype development and experimentation
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Vintage Sprague and Vishay circuit designs requiring 2.0µF 400V capacitors
- PCB-mounted and point-to-point wired circuits
- DC power supplies and filtering applications
- Audio and RF signal circuits operating below 400VDC
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The 118P20554S4 is direct replacement for other Sprague 118P series 2.0µF 400V variants with equivalent specifications. Always verify lead spacing and physical dimensions before substitution in legacy equipment. Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering.
Works With
- Point-to-point wired vintage electronics
- PCB-based audio and industrial circuits
- Signal processing and filtering networks
- Electromechanical relay and control circuits
