Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
171684K400Q-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 0.68UF 10% 400VDC RAD	0
PHE844RF7100MR30L2 KEMET	CAP FILM 1UF 20% 1KVDC RADIAL	0
B32520C0155J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1.5UF 5% 63VDC RADIAL	3684
B32529C1122K289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1200PF 10% 100VDC RAD	0
BFC2370GF123 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.012UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
MKP1848630084Y4 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	MKP 30UF 5% 800VDC RADIAL PITCH	0
BFC233921334 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.33UF 20% 630VDC RAD	300
R60ER4680AA30K KEMET	CAP FILM 6.8UF 10% 100VDC RADIAL	814
DCP4L054007ID4KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 40UF 10% 800VDC RAD	813
DMT2S1K-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 10000PF 10% 250VDC RAD	0
B32672Z4224K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.22UF 10% 450VDC RAD	0
BFC246868393 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.039UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
R75UN239050H3J KEMET	CAP FILM 0.039UF 5% 2KVDC RADIAL	292
MKT1820533016 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 3.3UF 20% 100VDC RADIAL	0
WMF1D22K-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 2200PF 10% 100VDC AXIAL	326
MKT1820433104 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.33UF 5% 1KVDC RADIAL	0
BFC233924332 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 3300PF 20% 630VDC RAD	0
CMPX822K27AL100B-13X9X4 Trigon Components	CMPX-X2 FILM CAP 8200PF 10%	10
ECH-U1H101GX5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 100PF 2% 50VDC 0805	2442
CB182K0224KBC Elco (AVX)	CAP FILM 0.22UF 10% 630VDC 6054	1200

Film Capacitors

1. Overview

Film capacitors are a type of electronic component using plastic films (e.g., polypropylene, polyester) as dielectric materials. They are non-polarized capacitors with high insulation resistance, low loss, and excellent long-term stability. These capacitors play critical roles in power electronics, automotive systems, renewable energy, and consumer devices due to their reliability and high voltage-handling capabilities.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Polyester (PET)	Low cost, compact size, moderate temperature stability	General-purpose circuits, consumer electronics
Polypropylene (PP)	High voltage resistance, low dielectric loss, excellent thermal stability	Power supplies, motor drives, EV charging systems
Polycarbonate (PC)	High precision, low moisture absorption	Medical devices, aerospace instrumentation
Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)	High-temperature endurance, flame retardant	Automotive electronics, industrial automation
Polyimide (PI)	Ultra-high temperature resistance (up to 200 C), compact design	Aviation systems, downhole drilling equipment

3. Structure and Composition

Film capacitors typically consist of metalized plastic films wound or stacked into a cylindrical/rectangular core. The dielectric thickness ranges from 1-10 m, with electrode materials like zinc or aluminum. The assembly is encapsulated in epoxy resin or plastic housings. Key structural elements include:

Dielectric layer (plastic film)
Metallized electrode patterns
Termination electrodes (sprayed metal contacts)
Protective outer coating

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Description	Importance
Capacitance Range	0.1 nF - 100 F	Determines energy storage capacity
Rated Voltage	50 V - 10 kV	Defines operational safety limits
Capacitance Tolerance	1% to 20%	Affects circuit precision
Dissipation Factor	0.0001 - 0.05	Indicates energy efficiency
Insulation Resistance	10^9 - 10^12	Reflects leakage current performance
Operating Temperature	-55 C to +155 C	Dictates environmental adaptability
Temperature Coefficient	50 to 400 ppm/ C	Impacts stability under thermal stress
Stability	C/C < 2% over 10 years	Long-term reliability indicator

5. Application Fields

Main industries and equipment:

Power electronics: AC/DC converters, frequency inverters
Automotive: Electric vehicle (EV) on-board chargers, battery management systems
Consumer electronics: LED lighting, plasma TVs
Industrial: Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), welding machines
Renewable energy: Solar inverters, wind turbine converters

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
TDK Corporation	B32656 series	PP film, 480 F/1200 V for industrial inverters
KEMET	C4AZ-X7R4U3D106KE	Automotive-grade DC link capacitor
AVX	6TP105K	Tantalum polymer hybrid for aerospace
Vishay	MKP1848 series	Self-healing PP technology

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Determine required capacitance and voltage ratings with safety margins
Assess environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, vibration)
Evaluate dielectric absorption and frequency response requirements
Consider packaging constraints (through-hole vs. surface-mount)
Analyze cost-performance trade-offs for mass production

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: development of high-power-density capacitors for EVs, adoption of nanodielectric materials for improved thermal stability, growth of biodegradable film technologies, and integration of smart monitoring features in industrial capacitors. The market is projected to grow at 7.2% CAGR (2023-2030), driven by renewable energy and 5G infrastructure demands.