Overview
The M83421/01-6333P capacitor is a fixed film capacitor meeting military performance standards (MIL-C-83421/1 or MIL-PRF-83421/1). This unit features a 6.8 microfarad (µF) capacitance rating with a 30-volt DC working voltage. The M83421/01-6333P is designed for through-hole mounting and employs a polycarbonate dielectric material, making it suitable for critical applications requiring established reliability and long service life.
Key Features
- Military-specification film capacitor compliant with MIL-C-83421/1
- 6.8 µF capacitance rating at 30 VDC
- Polycarbonate film dielectric for stable performance
- Through-hole mount axial lead configuration
- Established reliability with proven aerospace and defense heritage
- Hermetically sealed construction for long-term stability
Technical Specifications
- Capacitance: 6.8 µF
- Voltage Rating: 30 VDC
- Dielectric Type: Polycarbonate Film
- Mounting Style: Through-Hole, Axial Lead
- Temperature Coefficient: Stable across operating range
- Hermetic Seal: Yes
- Tolerance: ±5% (typical for military film capacitors)
Typical Applications
- Aerospace and avionics systems
- Military electronics and defense equipment
- High-reliability industrial control circuits
- Signal filtering and coupling in sensitive analog circuits
- Timing and frequency networks requiring stable capacitance
- Demanding environments with temperature and vibration exposure
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Through-hole PCB layouts designed for MIL-C-83421 family capacitors
- Military and aerospace equipment originally specified with M83421/01 parts
- Circuits requiring 30V DC film capacitors with stable polycarbonate dielectric
- Systems using established-reliability capacitors in accordance with MIL-PRF-83421/1
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Direct replacement for original M83421/01-6333P assemblies
- Substitute for equivalent 6.8 µF 30V film capacitors in MIL-spec applications (verify with system integrator)
Works With
- Through-hole PCB assembly processes
- Wave soldering and hand soldering techniques
- Standard capacitor test and screening procedures per MIL-PRF-83421
- Military procurement systems using NSN/NATO nomenclature
