473 capacitor value

The code 473 reads as 47 × 10³ pF: 47,000 pF, which is the same as 47 nF or 0.047 µF.

The value in each unit

47,000pF

47nF

0.047µF

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With a tolerance letter

Marking	Tolerance	Minimum	Maximum
`473J`	±5%	0.0447 µF	0.0494 µF
`473K`	±10%	0.0423 µF	0.0517 µF
`473M`	±20%	0.0376 µF	0.0564 µF

Other ways it's marked

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

Where it's used

Values from 1 nF to 1 µF are used for filtering, timing and signal coupling. Ceramic X7R capacitors and film capacitors are the usual choice.

Nearby codes

← 333 = 33 nF 683 = 68 nF →

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Frequently asked questions

What is the value of a 473 capacitor?

47,000 pF, the same as 47 nF or 0.047 µF.

Is 473 the same as 47n?

Yes. 473 is the 3-digit code and 47n is the letter code for the same 47 nF.

What does the letter after 473 mean?

It's the tolerance: 473J is ±5%, 473K is ±10% and 473M is ±20%.

Does the code 473 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.