Overview
The Philips 3186GH242T450APA9 is a legacy Type 3186 aluminum electrolytic capacitor manufactured by Philips Components (now part of Vishay Intertechnology under the BC Components brand). This screw-terminal unit delivers 2400µF capacitance at a 450VDC operating voltage with a 525V surge rating, making it suitable for high-voltage DC filtering, energy storage, and power conditioning circuits in industrial equipment.
Key Features
- Type 3186 aluminum electrolytic construction with proven reliability in legacy industrial systems
- 450VDC rated voltage with 525V surge capability for transient protection
- 2400µF ±(-10% to +50%) capacitance tolerance for filtering and smoothing applications
- Screw-terminal connection for secure mounting in panel-mount or chassis configurations
- Legacy stock — used condition, thoroughly tested and functionally verified
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Philips Components / BC Components
- Part Number: 3186GH242T450APA9
- Series/Type: 3186 (Type 3186 screw-terminal aluminum electrolytic)
- Rated Voltage: 450 VDC
- Surge Voltage: 525 V
- Capacitance: 2400 µF
- Tolerance: −10% to +50%
- Connection: Screw terminals (post-mount)
- Technology: Aluminum electrolytic, non-solid
Typical Applications
- DC power supply filtering and smoothing in industrial rectifier circuits
- Energy storage in high-voltage switching supplies
- Surge and transient suppression in 450V DC systems
- Snubber and decoupling in power conversion equipment
- Legacy equipment maintenance and repair where original specification compliance is required
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Legacy industrial power supplies rated 450VDC or lower
- Industrial DC bus capacitor applications (UPS, industrial rectifiers, DC-DC converters)
- Screw-terminal mounting platforms in industrial control cabinets
- Systems originally specified with Philips Type 3186 aluminum electrolytic capacitors
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Original Philips BC 362 0009 56699 assemblies
- Exact replacement for part number 3186GH242T450APA9
Works With
- Vishay BC Components equivalents (BC Components assumed successor designation)
- Screw-terminal DC power systems up to 450VDC
- Industrial power conditioning and filtering circuits
- Legacy equipment requiring Philips Type 3186 or BC Components specification compliance
