Capacitor Code Decoder
Inputs
Results
- Decoded result
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- Confidence
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Details
- Segment breakdown
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Reference
- Reference table
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Reference Table
| Input | Decoded result |
|---|---|
| 104 | 100 nF (100000 pF) |
| 472K | 4.7 nF (4700 pF) |
| 2N2 | 2.2 nF (2200 pF) |
| 1U0 | 1 uF (1000000 pF) |
| 4R7 | 4.7 pF (4.7 pF) |
Code Structure
Capacitor Code Decoder splits the marking into recognized segments, explains what each segment means, and flags ambiguous or incomplete inputs.
How To Decode
- Enter the marking exactly as printed, including spaces, hyphens, suffixes, and units.
- Review the segment breakdown first, then compare candidates in the result table when more than one interpretation is possible.
- Use the cited standard or manufacturer datasheet before making safety, procurement, or compliance decisions.
Sources And Limits
IEC 60062 style passive component marking conventions and common capacitor tolerance tables; verified 2026-08-26.
Decode logic
- Normalize the marking, parse the known tokens, then return the decoded meaning with confidence and source caveats.
FAQs
Can this decoder guarantee the final specification?
Capacitor Code Decoder explains the visible marking and highlights common meanings. Always confirm safety-critical or purchase decisions against the manufacturer data sheet, product label, and applicable local standard.
Why can one code have more than one meaning?
Many real-world markings are reused by different manufacturers, regions, packages, or standard systems. Use surrounding context such as package, size, voltage, country, and product family.
What is a good input example?
Use the complete visible marking, for example 104, including spaces, suffixes, and ratings when they are printed on the part.