Overview
The 6800µF 16V radial electrolytic capacitor is a versatile aluminum-case component widely used in power supply circuits, DC/DC converters, and signal conditioning applications. With a 6800 microfarad capacitance rating and 16-volt working voltage, this capacitor provides stable energy storage and ripple filtering for consumer, industrial, and telecommunications equipment.
Key Features
- Capacitance: 6800µF ±20% tolerance
- Rated voltage: 16V DC
- Radial lead configuration for PCB through-hole mounting
- Aluminum electrolytic construction for compact size
- Standard operating temperature range: –40°C to +85°C (typical)
- Low equivalent series resistance (ESR) for improved ripple current handling
Technical Specifications
- Capacitance: 6800 µF
- Voltage rating: 16 V DC
- Capacitance tolerance: ±20%
- Case size: Approximately 22mm diameter × 40mm length
- Lead type: Radial (both leads from bottom)
- Mounting: Through-hole PCB
- Operating temperature: –40°C to +85°C
- Dissipation factor: Typical 0.16 at 120 Hz
- Ripple current rating: Approximately 1.9A (120 Hz, 20°C)
Typical Applications
- Switched-mode power supplies (SMPS)
- DC/DC converter input and output filtering
- Audio amplifier power supply decoupling
- Industrial equipment power conditioning
- Telecommunications and automotive power modules
- Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) buffer circuits
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard 16V power supply circuits and designs
- PCB layouts requiring radial through-hole capacitor footprints
- Industrial control and automation equipment
- Consumer electronics and appliance power stages
- DC converter and regulator modules
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Generic and unbranded 6800µF 16V radial capacitors with 22mm × 40mm case
- Standard-rated aluminum electrolytic capacitors in similar ratings (manufacturer variants)
- Verify physical dimensions and lead spacing with your PCB design before substitution
Works With
- Any power supply design rated for 16V DC operating voltage
- Standard through-hole PCB assembly processes
- RoHS-compliant manufacturing environments (typical for modern units)
- Temperature-controlled storage and operational conditions within rated range
