Overview
The Illinois Capacitor 226BPS100M is a compact bi-polar aluminum electrolytic radial capacitor rated for 22µF capacitance at 100V DC. This BPS-series component is engineered for dependable performance in power supply filtering, signal coupling, and energy storage circuits across industrial controls, consumer electronics, and audio applications. The radial lead configuration enables direct PCB mounting for fast assembly and reliable electrical connections.
Key Features
- Bi-polar design allows AC or DC operation without polarity-specific installation concerns
- Radial lead termination for standard PCB mounting and through-hole soldering
- Aluminum electrolytic construction with proven long-term stability
- 100V rated working voltage for demanding power delivery and filtering circuits
- Industry-standard BPS series recognized across major distributors and integrators
- RoHS/lead-free compatible for modern assembly standards
Technical Specifications
- Capacitance: 22 µF ±20%
- Voltage Rating: 100V DC
- Dielectric Type: Aluminum Electrolytic
- Polarity: Bi-Polar
- Lead Style: Radial (two leads from bottom)
- Case Size: 10×16 mm
- ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance): <5 Ω at 100 kHz (typical)
- Operating Temperature Range: −40°C to +85°C
- Surge Voltage: 120V (per manufacturer rating)
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
Typical Applications
- AC-DC power supply ripple filtering and bulk capacitance
- Amplifier coupling and decoupling stages
- Low-frequency signal processing circuits
- Voltage regulation and energy storage in industrial control modules
- Audio equipment power stages and tone control networks
- Legacy equipment repair and retrofit installations
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard 100V-rated DC power supplies
- Audio amplifier circuits and preamp stages
- Industrial PLC and control system power modules
- AC signal processing applications (bi-polar design)
- General PCB designs requiring radial through-hole capacitors
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Illinois Capacitor BPS-series equivalents with identical voltage and capacitance
- Other OEM 22µF 100V bi-polar radial capacitors of same case size (10×16 mm)
- Verify footprint and lead spacing before installation to confirm mechanical compatibility
Works With
- Any PCB designed for radial electrolytic capacitors with standard 10 mm lead pitch
- Hand soldering, wave soldering, and automated reflow assembly processes
- Standard through-hole component rework and repair workflows
- Both polarized and bi-polar circuit topologies (confirm voltage and polarity requirements in design)
