Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
B32671L1412J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 4100PF 5% 1.6KVDC RAD	2260
B32522E6104M289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 20% 400VDC RADIAL	0
B32529C1473J189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 100VDC RAD	0
B32654A1154K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 1.6KVDC RAD	2381
B32620J0102J189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1000PF 5% 1KVDC RADIAL	0
B32362A4107J080 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 100UF 5% 480VAC RADIAL	169
B32924A4225M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 2.2UF 20% 650VDC RADIAL	0
B32520C0225K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 2.2UF 10% 63VDC RADIAL	1817
B32922P3474K000 TDK EPCOS	FILM CAP MKP X2 - 125C, 0.47UF 1	0
B32653A0104K189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 1KVDC RADIAL	0
B32023A3154M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.15UF 20% 1.5KVDC RAD	16626
B32529E6104K289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 400VDC RADIAL	0
B32676E1106K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 10UF 10% 750VDC RADIAL	0
B32653A7223K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.022UF 1.25KVDC RADIAL	2714
B32912A5473M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.047UF 20% 1KVDC RAD	0
B32674D6205K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 2UF 10% 630VDC RADIAL	0
B32654A7104K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 1.25KVDC RAD	0
B32529C6682M189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 6800PF 20% 400VDC RAD	0
B32922C3154K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 630VDC RAD	4053
B32520C1684J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.68UF 5% 100VDC RADIAL	0

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.