Film Capacitors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
FFB54D0117KJC

FFB54D0117KJC

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 110UF 10% 75VDC RADIAL

748

CB182G0105JBC

CB182G0105JBC

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 1UF 5% 250VDC 6054

669

CB182E0475KBC

CB182E0475KBC

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 4.7UF 10% 100VDC 6054

682

FVC56H0334M2L

FVC56H0334M2L

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 0.33UF 20% 305VAC RAD

0

CB042K0103K--

CB042K0103K--

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 10000PF 10% 630VDC 2220

0

FLAB26A0606KF

FLAB26A0606KF

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 60UF 10% 250VAC RADIAL

0

CB027D0473JBA

CB027D0473JBA

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 63VDC 1210

3753

FFB14D0336K--

FFB14D0336K--

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 33UF 10% 75VDC RADIAL

71

FSB16N0104J

FSB16N0104J

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 2KVDC SCREW

0

CB047K0822J--

CB047K0822J--

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 8200PF 5% 630VDC 2220

0

CB037D0103JBA

CB037D0103JBA

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 10000PF 5% 63VDC 1812

0

FFLR6L0228KJE

FFLR6L0228KJE

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 2200UF, 1100VDC

0

CB187G0105KBC

CB187G0105KBC

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 1UF 10% 250VDC 6054

0

CB162E0105JBC

CB162E0105JBC

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 1UF 5% 100VDC 4030

0

FFB46C0515K--

FFB46C0515K--

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 5.1UF 10% 900VDC RADIAL

30

FFVE4H0227K--

FFVE4H0227K--

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 220UF 10% 300VDC RADIAL

14

FFLR6Z1656KJE

FFLR6Z1656KJE

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 165UF, 3800VDC

0

FVD36H0105M2L

FVD36H0105M2L

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 1UF 20% 305VAC RADIAL

3255

CB018B0682JBA

CB018B0682JBA

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 6800PF 5% 16VDC 1206

0

CB047G0333JBC

CB047G0333JBC

Elco (AVX)

CAP FILM 0.033UF 5% 250VDC 2220

7000

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:

  1. Determine required capacitance and voltage ratings with safety margins
  2. Assess environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, vibration)
  3. Evaluate dielectric absorption and frequency response requirements
  4. Consider packaging constraints (through-hole vs. surface-mount)
  5. 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.

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