Film Capacitors

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	QXP2G104JRP7FP Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
	QXL2B683KTP7FG Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 125VAC RAD	0
	QXP2J333JRP7FL Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.033UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
	QYX2A152JTP1FD Nichicon	CAP FILM 1500PF 5% 100VDC RAD	0
	QXP2K154KRP7FT Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 800VDC RAD	0
	QAK2E105JTP Nichicon	CAP FILM 1UF 5% 250VDC AXIAL	0
	QYX1H154KTP1FD Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 50VDC RAD	0
	QXP2G473JRPT Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
	QXK2G473JTPTZH Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.047UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
	QXP2J153JRP7FL Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.015UF 5% 630VDC RAD	0
	QAP2G105JRP Nichicon	CAP FILM 1UF 5% 400VDC AXIAL	0
	QYX1H102KTP1FD Nichicon	CAP FILM 1000PF 10% 50VDC RAD	0
	QXP2E105JRP7FT Nichicon	CAP FILM 1UF 5% 250VDC RAD	0
	QXK2G474JTPTZH Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.47UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
	QXL2E334KTP7FT Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.33UF 10% 250VAC RAD	0
	QYX1H154JTP1FD Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.15UF 5% 50VDC RAD	0
	QXK2G104JTPTZH Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 400VDC RAD	0
	QXK2E334JTP7ZHFL Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.33UF 5% 250VDC RAD	0
	QYP1H682KTP Nichicon	CAP FILM 6800PF 10% 50VDC RADIAL	0
	QXP2G684JRPT Nichicon	CAP FILM 0.68UF 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.