Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
890334025025CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.18UF 10% 310VAC RAD	1562
890334025006CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.033UF 10% 310VAC RAD	5
890334023003 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 6800PF 10% 310VAC RAD	0
890324023023CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 275VAC RADIAL	899
890334027025CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 3.3UF 10% 310VAC RADIAL	157
890334023003CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 6800PF 10% 310VAC RAD	0
890324022017 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 275VAC RAD	490
890324026018 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.56UF 10% 275VAC RAD	90
890334025017CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.1UF 10% 310VAC RADIAL	1112
890273322005CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.15UF 5% 250VDC RAD	0
890303427009CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 1.5UF 10% 630VDC RADIAL	0
890283326003CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.33UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
890303323004CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 630VDC RAD	63
890324025022 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 275VAC RAD	11
890334023008CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.015UF 10% 310VAC RAD	122
890334025015 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.082UF 10% 310VAC RAD	0
890324025006CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.033UF 10% 275VAC RAD	45
890324026020 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.68UF 10% 275VAC RAD	200
890334023017 Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 0.056UF 10% 310VAC RAD	244
890283327010CS Würth Elektronik Midcom	CAP FILM 3.3UF 5% 400VDC RAD	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.