Mica and PTFE Capacitors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MC12CD070C-TF Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 7PF 0.25PF 500V 1210	0
MCM01-001DD330J-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 33PF 5% 500V SMD	0
CD15ED300GO3F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 30PF 2% 500V RADIAL	0
CMR04E820GODM Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 82PF 500V RADIAL	0
CD15FA911JO3 Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 910PF 5% 100V RADIAL	0
CMR03E360GOYM Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 36PF 50V RADIAL	0
CD30FD133FO3F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 0.013UF 1% 500V RADIAL	0
MC08EA220J-TF Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 22PF 5% 100V 0805	0
CD30FD362FO3F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 3600PF 1% 500V RADIAL	0
CMR07F123GODR Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 12000PF 500V RADIAL	0
MC08EA220J-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 22PF 5% 100V 0805	1738800
CD19FD102FO3F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 1000PF 1% 500V RADIAL	288600
CD18FD131JO3F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 130PF 5% 500V RADIAL	0
CMR03E510GOCP Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 51PF 300V RADIAL	0
MC18FA561J-F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 560PF 5% 100V 1812	0
CD19FD431GO3 Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 430PF 2% 500V RADIAL	0
CMR03F121JOYM Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 120PF 50V RADIAL	0
CM05ED820FO3 Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 82PF 500V RADIAL	0
CD19FD271JO3 Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 270PF 5% 500V RADIAL	0
CD4ED680GO3F Cornell Dubilier Electronics	CAP MICA 68PF 2% 500V RADIAL	0

Mica and PTFE Capacitors

1. Overview

Mica and PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) capacitors are specialized electronic components utilizing mica or PTFE as dielectric materials. Known for exceptional stability, low loss, and high-temperature resistance, they are critical in precision and high-frequency applications. Mica capacitors leverage natural mineral sheets for superior electrical properties, while PTFE capacitors offer excellent chemical resistance and thermal stability up to 200 C.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Mica Capacitors	High Q factor, low leakage current, stable over temperature/humidity	RF tuning circuits, military-grade oscillators
PTFE Film Capacitors	Self-healing properties, high dielectric strength, low moisture absorption	High-frequency power supplies, medical imaging equipment
High-Voltage PTFE Capacitors	Rated >1kV, arc-resistant design	Laser power systems, aerospace ignition modules

3. Structure and Composition

Mica Capacitors: Constructed by sandwiching mica sheets between vacuum-deposited aluminum electrodes. Encapsulated in ceramic or plastic shells with epoxy sealing. PTFE Capacitors: Made by winding PTFE film with metallized electrodes or using stacked foil structures. Terminations use silver epoxy or welded leads for low resistance.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Typical Values	Importance
Capacitance Range	1pF-10 F (Mica), 100pF-4.7 F (PTFE)	Determines frequency response and filtering capability
Voltage Rating	50V-10kV	Defines operational safety margin
Temperature Coefficient	5-100ppm/ C	Stability in varying thermal conditions
Dissipation Factor	0.0001-0.002	Energy loss efficiency
Operating Temperature	-55 C to +200 C	Environmental durability

5. Application Areas

Key industries: Telecommunications (RF amplifiers), Aerospace (avionics filters), Medical (MRI gradient coils), Industrial (precision test equipment). Example: 1000V-rated PTFE capacitors in MRI machine deflection coil drivers.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Product Series	Key Specifications
Murata Manufacturing	NME3 Series	0.1-10nF, 500V, 30ppm/ C
KEMET	C8AK Series	100pF-4.7nF, 1kV, -55 C to +150 C
Vishay Beyschlag	MKP385 Series	1nF-1 F, self-healing, 200 C rating

7. Selection Guidelines

Consider: 1) Required capacitance tolerance (< 1% for critical filters), 2) Voltage derating (use 80% of rating), 3) Temperature extremes (select >20% margin), 4) Mechanical stress (radial vs axial leads), 5) Cost vs lifetime (mica preferred for >10 year deployments).

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends: Miniaturization for 5G mmWave circuits, hybrid mica-PTFE composites for improved thermal management, and increased adoption in EV charging systems (1500V PTFE capacitors). Market growth projected at 7.2% CAGR (2023-2030) per Grand View Research.