Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
B32522C1275K289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 2.7UF 10% 100VDC RADIAL	0
B32924H3155M TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1.5UF 20% 630VDC RADIAL	1003
B32652A6823J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.082UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
B32529C0222J289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 2200PF 5% 63VDC RADIAL	0
B32912A3104M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 20% 760VDC RADIAL	15384
B32522C3334K189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.33UF 10% 250VDC RAD	0
B32529C6473K TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.047UF 10% 400VDC RAD	0
B32774X1155K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1.5UF 10% 1.2KVDC RAD	0
B32524R3156M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 15UF 20% 250VDC RADIAL	0
B32671P5334J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.33UF 5% 520VDC RADIAL	0
B32672L8122K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1200PF 10% 2KVDC RADIAL	0
B32656S2104J563 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 2KVDC SCREW	0
B32652A2681J289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 680PF 5% 2KVDC RADIAL	0
B32021A3622K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 6200PF 10% 300VAC RAD	0
B32529C1332M289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 3300PF 20% 100VDC RAD	12800
B32522Q8473K189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.047UF 10% 630VDC RAD	0
B32656S7224K500 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.22UF 1.25KVDC SCREW	0
B25620C0757K881 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 750UF 10% 900VDC RADIAL	0
B25620B1217K982 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 215UF 10% 1.98KVDC RAD	0
B32653A4474K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.47UF 10% 400VDC RAD	148

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.