A 10pF ceramic capacitor is a passive electronic component used in various electronic circuits for storing and releasing electrical energy.

Characteristics:

Capacitance: The capacitance of this capacitor is 10 picofarads (pF), which is equivalent to 10×10 −12 farads. This is a very small capacitance value, suitable for high-frequency applications.

Type: Being ceramic, it is made from a ceramic dielectric material. Ceramic capacitors are non-polarized, meaning they can be connected in any direction in a circuit.

Voltage Rating: The maximum voltage rating for ceramic capacitors can vary. It’s important to ensure the voltage in your application does not exceed this rating to avoid damage.

Tolerance: Ceramic capacitors have a tolerance value which indicates the range within which the actual capacitance value can vary from the stated value. For example, a 10pF ±5% capacitor can have an actual capacitance between 9.5pF and 10.5pF.

Temperature Coefficient: Ceramic capacitors come with different temperature coefficients (e.g., C0G/NP0, X7R), which describe how the capacitance changes with temperature. C0G/NP0 types have very stable capacitance with temperature changes, while X7R types may have more variation.