0.01 µF (10nF / 103) Ceramic Disc Capacitor 50V

Specifications

• Capacitance: 0.01 µF (10nF / 10000pF)
• Capacitor Code: 103
• Voltage Rating: 50V DC
• Dielectric Type: Ceramic
• Mounting Type: Through-Hole (Radial Leads)

Unlock New Capabilities

• Past Projects If you've already experimented with basic LED blink projects on an Arduino Uno or wired up simple push-buttons, you might have noticed occasional flickering or erratic button presses. These issues are often caused by electrical noise or "bouncing" signals, and this is exactly where filtering components come in.
• Feature Upgrade This 0.01 µF capacitor unlocks stable power delivery and reliable signal processing for your circuits. By adding this tiny component, you can build reliable hardware debouncing circuits for switches, create low-pass filters for audio signals, and effectively decouple high-frequency noise from sensitive integrated circuits like timer chips or microcontrollers.
• Effort Level: Beginner

Minimum hardware to get started:

• Breadboard: for a clean, solder-free connection during testing and prototyping.
• Jumper Wires: to connect the capacitor across your power or signal lines.
• Microcontroller or Logic IC (e.g., Arduino Uno or 555 Timer):  the sensitive component that requires a clean, filtered electrical supply.

Included in the Box:

• 1× 0.01 µF (103) Ceramic Disc Capacitor

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the 0.01 µF ceramic capacitor compatible with Arduino?
  Yes, it is fully compatible with Arduino and can be used for filtering or debouncing on its GPIO pins.
• Can I use this capacitor with a 3.3V microcontroller like an ESP32 or Raspberry Pi Pico?
  Yes, it works perfectly in 3.3V circuits as its voltage rating is well above the operating voltage.
• Does this capacitor work in AC circuits?
  It can be used in low-voltage AC audio or signal circuits, but it is not rated for mains AC power applications.
• Can I use multiple 0.01 µF capacitors in parallel to increase capacitance?
  Yes, wiring them in parallel will add their capacitance values together.
• What is the maximum voltage this capacitor can handle?
  It is rated for a maximum of 50V DC.
• Can I use this capacitor on a 12V power supply line?
  Yes, 12V is safely below the 50V maximum rating.
• How much current does this capacitor draw?
  Capacitors do not draw a continuous current; they briefly draw current only while charging.
• Does it matter which way I plug the capacitor into my breadboard?
  No, ceramic capacitors are non-polarized, so orientation does not matter.
• Do I need a resistor when using this capacitor?
  If you are building an RC timing circuit, a low-pass filter, or a debounce circuit, a resistor is required; for basic power line decoupling, it is not.
• How close should I place the capacitor to my IC for decoupling?
  You should place it as physically close to the VCC and GND pins of the IC as possible.