Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MKP1J031005D00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 630VDC RAD	3032
MKS4S023304F00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.033UF 10% 1.5KVDC RAD	462
SMDTC04150TB00KS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 1.5UF 10% 63VDC 2824	0
MKP2G026801K00JSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.068UF 5% 400VDC RAD	4783
DCP4P053009FD4KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 30UF 10% 1.1KVDC RADIAL	0
MKP1U011503C00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1500PF 20% 2KVDC RAD	2045
FKP3O103302B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 330PF 10% 1KVDC RAD	1720
FKP1R011504B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1500PF 10% 1.25KVDC RAD	2884
FKP1U021506D00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.015UF 10% 2KVDC RAD	856
SMDTC04220TB00KQ00 WIMA	CAP FILM 2.2UF 10% 63VDC 2824	1825
MPRY2W2150FG00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.015UF 20% 300VAC RAD	943
MKP1G021003C00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 10% 400VDC RAD	223
MKS4J033305D00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.33UF 10% 630VDC RAD	2428
FKP1T041009HD4KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 1.6KVDC RADIAL	25
FKP1G031506B00KSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 400VDC RAD	564
FKP1J021505B00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 0.015UF 20% 630VDC RAD	385
MKS0C021000B00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 20% 63VDC RAD	6983
SMDNC04100TB00KS00 WIMA	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 63VDC 2824	0
MKP2J012201B00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 2200PF 20% 630VDC RAD	1019
MKP2D021001B00MSSD WIMA	CAP FILM 10000PF 20% 100VDC RAD	5276

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.