Overview
The Computamite FAH 1254-LP is a heavy-duty aluminum electrolytic can capacitor designed for high-reliability industrial and military applications. With a capacitance of 2500 MFD and a voltage rating of 250 VDC, this unit delivers dependable energy storage and filtering in demanding power electronics systems. Part of the proven FAH series from Computamite (now CDE — Cornell-Dubilier Electronics), this capacitor is built to withstand thermal stress and prolonged operational duty cycles common in industrial environments.
Key Features
- 2500 MFD capacitance at 250 VDC rated voltage
- Large aluminum can format for robust construction
- Military-grade reliability (NSN-designated component)
- Suitable for power conditioning, filtering, and energy storage
- Long operational life with stable performance characteristics
Technical Specifications
The FAH 1254-LP delivers consistent performance across a wide operational envelope:
- Capacitance: 2500 MFD
- Voltage Rating: 250 VDC
- Case Style: Aluminum can with solder terminals
- Series: FAH (Computamite/CDE)
- NSN: 5910008797221
- Application Class: Industrial / Military
Typical Applications
The Computamite FAH 1254-LP is widely used in:
- DC power supplies and regulators
- Industrial motor control circuits
- Energy storage systems
- Power factor correction
- Military and aerospace electronics
- Telecommunications infrastructure
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial power supply designs rated for 250 VDC operation
- Military equipment and systems requiring NSN-designated components
- DC filtering circuits in automotive and heavy equipment
- High-energy storage applications in industrial machinery
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. Equivalent capacitors in the same voltage and capacitance range may be used as replacements, but dimensional and terminal configurations must match the original specification.
Works With
- DC power supply circuits (250 VDC and below)
- Industrial control systems and PLCs using 250 VDC bus voltage
- Military and aerospace electronics platforms
- Standard solder terminal mounting on PCBs and busbar assemblies
