Capacitor Code Calculator

Convert 3 or 4 digit capacitor codes to actual capacitance values

Common Codes

104 = 100,000 pF (0.1 µF)
223 = 22,000 pF (22 nF)
472 = 4,700 pF (4.7 nF)
105 = 1,000,000 pF (1 µF)

Quick Guide

Tips & Tricks

Common Pitfalls

  • Don't include letters or special characters
  • Make sure to enter exactly 3 or 4 digits
  • Leading zeros are significant

Helpful Tips:

  • Press Enter to quickly calculate
  • Use the reset button to clear all fields
  • Results automatically convert to the most appropriate unit
  • Check the Examples section for common values
  • Remember that temperature coefficients (if any) are not included in the basic code