RC3216J100AS is part of the Samsung REC Series of aluminum electrolytic capacitors. It is a surface-mount device with a solid oval-shaped body and is available in standard and high temperature versions. The RC3216J100AS has a rated capacitance of 100µF and a rated voltage of 16V. It is commonly used in various electronic circuits, like clock oscillators, AC and DC filter circuits, power supplies, and other electronic applications. The reliability of the RC3216J100AS is enhanced by its ‘low ESR’, which stands for 'low equivalent series resistance'. It has a life expectancy of up to 2000 hours at 105°C.