Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
FKP2O100471D00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 47PF 10% 1KVDC RAD	13749
MKS0B041000F00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1UF 20% 50VDC RAD	3901
MKP2G016801B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 6800PF 10% 400VDC RAD	9407
SMDTD02330QA00MS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.033UF 20% 100VDC 2220	0
SMDNC03100KB00KP00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 63VDC 1812	500
MPX21W3150FH00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.15UF 20% 275VAC RAD	1072
SMDIG02470VA00MR00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.047UF 20% 400VDC 4030	1530
FKP1J021504F00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.015UF 5% 630VDC RAD	1838
FKP1G021004B00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 20% 400VDC RAD	785
MKP2C021001B00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 5% 63VDC RAD	6170
SMDID04220YA00KT00 WIMA	CAP FILM 2.2UF 10% 100VDC 6054	230
SMDTG03220XA00MT00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.22UF 20% 400VDC 5040	562
MKX2AW12202C00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 2200PF 10% 630VDC RAD	4045
MKX2AW32204F00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.22UF 10% 630VDC RAD	28
MKS2C032201B00JSC9 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.22UF 5% 63VDC RAD	12143
MKS2D024701A00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 100VDC RAD	1466
MKP1T021505B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.015UF 10% 1.6KVDC RAD	2982
SMDTF03220TB00MS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.22UF 20% 250VDC 2824	0
MKS4F031003C00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 250VDC RAD	11122
MKP4G031504C00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.15UF 20% 400VDC RAD	86

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.