Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
EZP-E50206LTA Panasonic	CAP FILM 20UF 10% 500VDC RADIAL	589
ECQ-E2683RKF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 250VDC RAD	0
ECW-U1563JC9 Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.056UF 5% 100VDC 1913	0
ECW-F6623JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.062UF 5% 630VDC RAD	961
ECQ-E6154KFW Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 630VDC RAD	0
ECQ-E4184JFB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.18UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	0
EZP-E50456MTA Panasonic	CAP FILM 45UF 10% 500VDC RADIAL	15
ECW-U2393V16 Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.039UF 5% 250VDC 2416	0
ECW-FE2W334KA Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.33UF 10% 450VDC RAD	0
ECQ-E1125KFB Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.2UF 10% 100VDC RADIAL	0
EZP-Q60106MTA Panasonic	CAP FILM 10UF 10% 600VAC RADIAL	0
EZP-V80356MTT Panasonic	CAP FILM 35UF 10% 800V RADIAL	100
ECW-FG2J225K Panasonic	CAP FILM 2.2UF 10% 630VDC RADIAL	400
ECQ-UAAV154TA Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.15UF 10% 310VAC RAD	0
ECW-U1H392JB5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 3900PF 5% 50VDC 1206	2575
ECW-F6363JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.036UF 5% 630VDC RAD	448
ECW-FE2J474P5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.47UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	282
ECW-F2275HA Panasonic	CAP FILM 2.7UF 3% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-E2393JF Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.039UF 5% 250VDC RAD	904
ECQ-E2153JB3 Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.015UF 5% 250VDC 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.