VINTAGE PHILIPS BLUE AXIAL CAPACITORS

Premium New Old Stock (NOS) | High-Reliability Audio & Circuit Grade

Up for sale is a premium multi-pack lot of authentic, vintage Philips 150µF 16V Axial Lead Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors. Finished in the unmistakable metallic light-blue insulated sleeve, these highly sought-after components showcase clean factory markings alongside the original "FA" batch production layout code.

The Legendary Choice for Vintage Power & Signal Restorations

Vintage blue Philips axial capacitors are highly prized across the engineering and audio restoration industries. Famous for their superior internal chemistry and heavy-duty structural seals, these elite legacy components are known for maintaining capacitance without drying out, offering exceptionally long performance lifespans. They are perfect for point-to-point vintage solid-state and tube restorations where maintaining historic circuitry integrity is key.

Technical Specifications

Brand Manufacturer	Philips (Vintage Component Division)
Capacitance Value	150 µF (Microfarads)
Voltage Rating	16 V DC
Termination Style	Axial Wire Leads (Through-Hole Layout)
Polarity Structure	Polarized (Casing body marked with distinct + orientation arrow)
Batch / Tracking Code	FA Stamping

Target Applications & Uses

Vintage Hi-Fi Audio: Signal bypass, coupling, and filtering in classic preamps, tape decks, and receiver channels.
Legacy Repair Projects: Period-correct component replacements for 1970s and 1980s test instruments, blinker relays, and automotive control modules.
DIY Circuit Modification: Custom pedalboards and discrete synthesizer modules requiring vintage tone smoothness and low noise floors.

Condition & Shipping Policies

Condition: Premium New Old Stock (NOS). Leads are full length, straight, completely unclipped, and free of solder residues.
Packaging: Dispatched in customized protective anti-static padding to guarantee the metallic blue jackets and wire terminals remain in pristine, collector-grade condition.
Shipping Options: Fast regional tracking and worldwide shipping profiles available on checkout.

Preserve electronic history with authentic, verified vintage engineering. Please reach out via the eBay message center for custom lots or technical inquiries. Thank you!