Product Overview
Sanyo 2A-153J 15nF Mylar Film Capacitor - Radial Leads, Epoxy-Dipped, Audio and Timing Use
Condition
Single unit available. Unused NOS sourced from an electronics distributor consolidating inventory. Rust-red epoxy body approximately 7mm long with both radial leads straight and unclipped at roughly 28mm. Body markings confirmed in photos: circled S (Sanyo logo), 2A, and 153J. No chips, cracks, or damage visible.
Ships same business day from our Idaho warehouse. Packed carefully.
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Product Overview
Sanyo 2A-153J metallized polyester film (Mylar) capacitor. Capacitance 0.015µF (15nF / 15,000pF), 100V DC rating, ±5% tolerance. Dipped epoxy, radial through-hole construction. Non-polarized - installs in either orientation. Self-healing metallized film dielectric. Built for audio coupling, signal filtering, and RC timing circuits.
Key Features
- Capacitance: 0.015µF (15nF / 15,000pF)
- Voltage rating: 100V DC (2A code)
- Tolerance: ±5% (J code) - tighter than standard 10% K-grade parts
- Dielectric: Metallized polyester film (Mylar) with self-healing properties
- Case: Dipped epoxy, radial leads - straight and unclipped as confirmed in photos
- Non-polarized - no directional installation requirement
Applications
- Audio signal coupling and tone-shaping circuits
- Guitar amplifier and effects pedal builds
- RC timing and oscillator networks
- Vintage Japanese hi-fi recapping and restoration
- General-purpose analog signal filtering
- DIY electronics prototyping and educational lab work
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this capacitor polarized?
No. Metallized polyester film capacitors are non-polarized and can be installed in either direction in a circuit.
What does the 2A-153J marking mean?
2A is the EIA voltage code for 100V DC. 153 is the capacitance code: 15 followed by three zeros, equaling 15,000pF or 0.015µF. J indicates ±5% tolerance. The circled S is the Sanyo manufacturer logo, confirmed visible on this unit.
What are the lead dimensions?
Body is approximately 7mm long. Both radial leads measure roughly 28mm, straight and unclipped, as confirmed in photos of this specific unit.
Is this suitable for high-voltage or high-frequency applications?
The 100V DC rating covers most vintage audio and general-purpose circuits. For very high-frequency or high-current applications, polypropylene film capacitors may be a better fit - polyester (Mylar) is optimized for audio-range and general analog use.
Sanyo made this one for the long haul - thick epoxy shell, tight 5% tolerance, and a self-healing dielectric that keeps quiet when other caps would give up. The leads are still long and straight, waiting for the board that needs them.
