Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
FKP2D021501J00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.015UF 5% 100VDC RAD	3732
SMDNC04100TB00MS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 1UF 20% 63VDC 2824	0
FKP1T011504D00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1500PF 10% 1.6KVDC RAD	621
FKP0C004700B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 470PF 10% 63VDC RAD	20496
SMDIC02470QA00KS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.047UF 10% 63VDC 2220	0
FKP4J021004B00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 20% 630VDC RAD	1162
FKP2G004701D00HSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 470PF 2.5% 400VDC RAD	5970
MKP1U023305F00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.033UF 10% 2KVDC RAD	1630
MKS0C032200C00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.22UF 20% 63VDC RAD	7004
MKP4G041006B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 400VDC RAD	2644
FKP3F022204C00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.022UF 10% 250VDC RAD	1877
FKP1O131507D00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 1KVDC RAD	111
FKP3O104702B00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 470PF 5% 1KVDC RAD	9901
SMDTC02100KA00MP00 WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 20% 63VDC 1812	947
SMDTD03680XA00KS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.68UF 10% 100VDC 5040	0
FKP1U022206F00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.022UF 10% 2KVDC RAD	249
FKS3D022203A00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.022UF 10% 100VDC RAD	3348
MKS4O141006G00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 1KVDC RAD	252
SMDIC03470TB00MQ00 WIMA	CAP FILM 0.47UF 20% 63VDC 2824	2970
FKP2F011001D00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1000PF 5% 250VDC RAD	13496

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.