Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
B32653A7683K189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.068UF 1.25KVDC RADIAL	0
890324025007CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.039UF 10% 275VAC RAD	1687
942C12P47K-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 0.47UF 1.2KVDC AXIAL	97175
BFC237346184 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.18UF 5% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-E4224RKF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.22UF 10% 400VDC RAD	0
ECQ-E2183JF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.018UF 5% 250VDC RAD	1906
MKP1848H65050KY5 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 50UF 10% 500VDC RADIAL	0
MKP386M540125YT1 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 4UF 5% 1.25KVDC SCREW	0
R76PN33304030J KEMET	CAP FILM 0.33UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	1480
R82EC2820SH60J KEMET	CAP FILM 0.08UF 5% 100VDC RADIAL	0
B32529C3154K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 250VDC RAD	7840
PHE845VD5100MR30L2 KEMET	CAP FILM 10000PF 20% 1.5KVDC RAD	1640
ECW-FD2J683JQ Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 5% 630VDC RAD	685
BFC237056273 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.027UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
SFA66T2K156B-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP FILM 2UF 10% 660VAC RADIAL	0
B32653A3224J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.22UF 5% 250VDC RADIAL	0
BFC2370GH222 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 2200PF 10% 630VDC RAD	0
ECW-FE2J225JA Panasonic	CAP FILM 2.2UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	0
MKP1839333403 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 0.033UF 400VDC AXIAL	0
F17725102000 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 630VDC RADIAL	178

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.