Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
B32024A3334M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.33UF 20% 1.5KVDC RAD	0
B32686A0474J TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.47UF 5% 1KVDC RADIAL	30
B32652A6273J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.027UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
B32672P4105K289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 450VDC RADIAL	0
B32522C3474K189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.47UF 10% 250VDC RAD	0
B32671P6104K189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 630VDC RADIAL	0
B32024A3824M000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.82UF 20% 1.5KVDC RAD	664
B32923C3684M189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.68UF 20% 630VDC RAD	0
B32673P6564K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.56UF 10% 630VDC RAD	2407
B32621A6153J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.015UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
B32529C6472M289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 4700PF 20% 400VDC RAD	0
B32522C3474J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.47UF 5% 250VDC RADIAL	2630
B32671Z4154K289 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 450VDC RAD	0
B32653A2272J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 2700PF 5% 2KVDC RADIAL	0
B32672L1113J000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.011UF 5% 1.6KVDC RAD	0
B32621A3473J189 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 250VDC RAD	0
B25690C2807K003 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 800UF 10% 2KV RADIAL	0
B32373A2607J050 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 600UF 5% 675VDC RADIAL	0
B32520E6683K000 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 400VDC RAD	0
B32656S0105K565 TDK EPCOS	CAP FILM 1UF 10% 1KVDC SCREW	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.