Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ECH-U1H272JX5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 2700PF 5% 50VDC 0805	1416
ECH-U1C562GX5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 5600PF 2% 16VDC 0805	1602
ECQ-E4184JF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.18UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	945
ECQ-UBAF152VA Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.0015UF 20% 300VAC RAD	0
ECW-FE2W155J Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.5UF 5% 450VDC RADIAL	565
ECQ-E2824RJB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.82UF 5% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-E2823JF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.082UF 5% 250VDC RAD	90
ECW-F2155RJA Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.5UF 5% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-UAAF224M Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.22UF 20% 275VAC RAD	76782
EZP-V60706MTC Panasonic	CAP FILM 70UF 10% 600V RADIAL	50
ECW-F6433JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.043UF 5% 630VDC RAD	65
ECW-FD2J183JQ Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.018UF 5% 630VDC RAD	708
ECQ-E2683JBB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 5% 250VDC RAD	0
ECQ-UBAF332VB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.0033UF 10% 300VAC RAD	0
ECW-FD2J684K Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.68UF 10% 630VDC RAD	2410
ECQ-E1683KF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 100VDC RAD	8329
ECW-FG2J225Q1 Panasonic	CAP FILM 2.2UF 10% 630VDC RADIAL	371
EZP-V1B305LTB Panasonic	CAP FILM 3UF 10% 1100V RADIAL	300
ECQ-U2A564MV Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.56UF 20% 250VAC RAD	93
ECQ-E2563KF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.056UF 10% 250VDC RAD	698

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.