Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ECQ-V1H185JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.8UF 5% 50VDC RADIAL	292819
44APGP4800ZE0J KEMET	CAP FILM 8UF 5% 1.2KVDC RADIAL	95
ECW-FD2J104JQ Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	407
R76MI32705050J KEMET	FILM, RADIAL, PULSE, DOUBLE META	0
MKP1839143631 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 430PF 1% 630VDC AXIAL	0
DCP4L055007JD2JSC9 WIMA	CAP FILM 50UF 5% 800VDC RAD	8
FCP1206H332G-H1 Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 3300PF 2% 50VDC 1206	0
B32521C6473J189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
BFC237252562 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 5600PF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	0
185153J400RFA-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 0.015UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
C4BSNBX4200ZALJ KEMET	CAP FILM 2UF 5% 1KVDC SCREW	246
B32923H3474M TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.47UF 20% 630VDC RAD	1513
CMPPAC310V474K15S6 SURGE	CAP FILM 0.47UF 310VAC RADIAL	500
104MSR250K Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 250VDC RADIAL	2556
R75MI3220DQ30J KEMET	CAP FILM 0.22UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	461
B32320I1506K000 TDK EPCOS	50MFD 1300V PP 50X95 PBT 5 PIN	0
BFC2370GL333 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.033UF 10% 630VDC RAD	0
MKP1848C57090JK2 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 7UF 5% 900VDC RADIAL	0
B32672L7183J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.018UF 5% 1.3KVDC RAD	0
OTBF106KNPIR-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 10UF 10% 600VDC RADIAL	0

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.