Vishay Capacitors
Buy Vishay capacitors for industrial, maintenance, and engineering requirements with support for in-stock purchasing, quote-assisted sourcing, and cross-reference matching.
Multi-Technology Coverage
Support for Vishay tantalum, film, ceramic, and electrolytic capacitor categories.
In-Stock + Quote Paths
Buy immediately on stocked lines or submit quote requests for sourcing and lifecycle-constrained parts.
Rapid Fulfillment Options
Same-day shipment support on eligible stocked items with expedited delivery options.
Cross-Reference Guidance
Spec-based matching support for replacement and maintenance procurement workflows.
About Vishay Intertechnology
Vishay Intertechnology was founded in 1962 by Dr. Felix Zandman in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Through decades of strategic acquisitions — including Sprague Electric (1992), Roederstein, BCcomponents (formerly Philips), and others — Vishay has become one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive components.
Today, Vishay's capacitor portfolio spans virtually every technology: tantalum (solid and wet), aluminum electrolytic, film (polyester, polypropylene, polystyrene), ceramic (MLCC and disc), and mica. This breadth makes Vishay a one-stop solution for multi-technology capacitor procurement.
Vishay Capacitor Product Families
| Technology | Key Series | Heritage Brand | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid Tantalum | 293D, 593D, T83 series | Sprague | Military, aerospace, medical, precision |
| Wet Tantalum | 134D, 136D series | Sprague | High-reliability aerospace, oil exploration |
| Aluminum Electrolytic | MAL/PLL series, 500D Atom | Sprague, BC Components | Industrial power, drives, UPS, audio |
| Film (MKP/MKT) | MKP1837, MKT1813, 715P Orange Drop | Roederstein, Sprague | Audio, power electronics, EMI filtering |
| Ceramic (MLCC) | VJ series, Vitramon | Vitramon | Surface mount, high-frequency, automotive |
Vishay Legacy Brand Cross-Reference
One of the biggest challenges with Vishay capacitors is navigating the legacy brand history. Parts originally manufactured by Sprague, Philips/BC Components, or Roederstein are now part of the Vishay portfolio but may still be referenced by their original brand names in BOMs and maintenance manuals. Specap specializes in this exact problem:
- Sprague → Vishay Sprague — The 500D Atom, 36DX Compulytic, 715P Orange Drop, and tantalum series continue under Vishay.
- BC Components → Vishay BC — European electrolytic and film capacitors from the former Philips/BC Components division.
- Roederstein → Vishay Roederstein — Film capacitor series including MKP, MKT, and precision polystyrene types.
Our team can decode any legacy part number and match it to the current Vishay equivalent. Use our cross-reference tool or request a quote directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Vishay capacitors?
You can buy Vishay capacitors from Specap through our Vishay buying page, brand catalog, or quote path for non-stocked part numbers.
Which Vishay capacitor families do you support?
Common sourcing coverage includes Vishay tantalum, film, ceramic, and electrolytic capacitor series for industrial and maintenance applications.
Can you source discontinued Vishay capacitor part numbers?
Yes. We support discontinued and hard-to-find Vishay capacitor sourcing where available and provide alternative matching support when needed.
Do you offer quote support for larger Vishay orders?
Yes. We provide quote-assisted sourcing and volume pricing support for recurring production and sustainment demand.
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