Film Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ECQ-E2125KFW Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.2UF 10% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECH-U1C271GX5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 270PF 2% 16VDC 0603	2600
ECQ-E1155RJF Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.5UF 5% 100VDC RADIAL	0
ECW-F4824JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.82UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	478
ECQ-E4185JFB Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.8UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-U2A224ML Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.22UF 20% 275VAC RAD	0
ECQ-E6824JFW Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.82UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-E6683KFB Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.068UF 10% 630VDC RAD	0
ECQ-UAAV105S1 Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.0UF 20% 310VAC RAD	595
ECQ-E2185KBB Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.8UF 10% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECQ-E6225JF Panasonic	CAP FILM 2.2UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	244
ECH-U1H101GX5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 100PF 2% 50VDC 0805	2442
ECH-U1104GC9 Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.1UF 2% 100VDC 2820	168
ECH-U1C103GX5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 10000PF 2% 16VDC 0805	28132
ECQ-V1H185JL Panasonic	CAP FILM 1.8UF 5% 50VDC RADIAL	292819
ECW-FD2J104JQ Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.1UF 5% 630VDC RADIAL	407
ECH-U1H471GB5 Panasonic	CAP FILM 470PF 2% 50VDC 0805	320
ECQ-UAAV824SA Panasonic	CAP FILM 0.82UF 20% 310VAC RAD	0
ECQ-E2685KFB Panasonic	CAP FILM 6.8UF 10% 250VDC RADIAL	0
ECW-U2182JC9 Panasonic	CAP FILM 1800PF 5% 250VDC 1913	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.