Can't find capacitor

[Peggy]

This project very specifically calls for a 1uF radial electrolytic 16V cap and I can't find one anywhere. Plenty of 50V, etc.

My question is: can I use a 50V caps without affecting the performance? I have a suspicion that it calls for this style and size for a reason, since many of the other caps are more common, ceramic type.

This is for a homemade earth resistivity logger, commonly used in the mining industry.

If I can't use 50V, any suggestions on places to find a 1uF 16V rad elec. cap or an alternative?

Thanks

 

[MRCecil]

Peggy,

The 50V cap will work fine. The difference is the working voltage, which means larger and more real estate taken up on the board. You might think of using a 1uf 16V tantalum instead. Digi-Key and Mouser have plenty in stock.

 

[Peggy]

Tantalum will work? Great! Thanks for the quick reply.