470 capacitor value

The code 470 reads as 47 × 10⁰ pF: 47 pF, which is the same as 0.047 nF or 0.000047 µF.

The value in each unit

47pF

0.047nF

0.000047µF

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With a tolerance letter

Marking	Tolerance	Minimum	Maximum
`470J`	±5%	0.0000447 µF	0.0000494 µF
`470K`	±10%	0.0000423 µF	0.0000517 µF
`470M`	±20%	0.0000376 µF	0.0000564 µF

Other ways it's marked

On schematics and parts lists, the same capacitor appears as 47p, 0.047 nF or 0.000047 µF.

Where it's used

Values below 1 nF are typical in radio circuits, oscillators and high-frequency filters, usually as C0G (NP0) ceramic capacitors, which stay stable with temperature.

Nearby codes

← 330 = 33 pF 680 = 68 pF →

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Frequently asked questions

What is the value of a 470 capacitor?

47 pF, the same as 0.047 nF or 0.000047 µF.

Is 470 the same as 47p?

Yes. 470 is the 3-digit code and 47p is the letter code for the same 47 pF.

What does the letter after 470 mean?

It's the tolerance: 470J is ±5%, 470K is ±10% and 470M is ±20%.

Does the code 470 show the voltage?

No. The voltage is printed separately (such as 50V, or a code like 2A, which means 100 V) or only given in the datasheet. Replace it with a capacitor rated for the same voltage or higher.