Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ECW-F6683JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 5% 630VDC RAD	1370
ECQ-UAAF275K Panasonic	CAP FILM 2.7UF 10% 275VAC RADIAL	297
ECW-F4205HL Panasonic	CAP FILM 2UF 3% 400VDC RADIAL	838
ECQ-E4683KF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 400VDC RAD	279
EZP-V80136LTU Panasonic	CAP FILM 13UF 10% 800V RADIAL	0
ECQ-UAAF224SA Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.22UF 20% 275VAC RAD	1998
ECQ-U3A684MG Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.68UF 20% 300VAC RAD	0
ECH-S1563JZ Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.056UF 5% 100VDC RAD	7226
ECW-FA2J474JQ Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.47UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	0
EZP-V80656MTS Panasonic	CAP FILM 65UF 10% 800V RADIAL	50
ECQ-UAAF335S1 Panasonic	CAP FILM 3.3UF 20% 275VAC RAD	0
ECQ-U2A273ML Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.027UF 20% 275VAC RAD	57445
ECW-F2W824JA Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.82UF 5% 450VDC RADIAL	593
ECQ-E2473KB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.047UF 10% 250VDC RAD	0
ECW-F6563HL Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.056UF 3% 630VDC RAD	4367
ECQ-E2106JF Panasonic	CAP FILM 10UF 5% 250VDC RADIAL	835
ECQ-E2183RKF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.018UF 10% 250VDC RAD	0
ECW-FD2W155K Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.5UF 10% 450VDC RADIAL	974
ECW-F4274JB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.27UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	399
ECQ-E4274KFB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.27UF 10% 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.