Mica and PTFE Capacitors

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MC22FD681J-TF

MC22FD681J-TF

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 680PF 5% 500V 2220

0

CMR04C1R5DODM

CMR04C1R5DODM

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 1.5PF 500V RADIAL

0

CMR04F391JOAP

CMR04F391JOAP

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 390PF 100V RADIAL

0

CMR03E680GOCM

CMR03E680GOCM

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 68PF 300V RADIAL

0

CMR08F513JODM

CMR08F513JODM

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 51000PF 500V RADIAL

0

CDV19EF510JO3F

CDV19EF510JO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 51PF 5% 1KV RADIAL

0

CD19FD392GO3F

CD19FD392GO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 3900PF 2% 500V RADIAL

0

CMR08F333GODM

CMR08F333GODM

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 33000PF 500V RADIAL

0

CDV16FF181JO3

CDV16FF181JO3

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 180PF 5% 1KV RADIAL

0

CD15FD221JO3

CD15FD221JO3

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 220PF 5% 500V RADIAL

1479

CD5FY251GO3F

CD5FY251GO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 250PF 2% 50V RADIAL

0

D101F122JO3F

D101F122JO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 1200PF 5% 100V RADIAL

0

MC22FF111J-TF

MC22FF111J-TF

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 110PF 5% 1KV 2220

0

CMR03E390GOYR

CMR03E390GOYR

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 39PF 50V RADIAL

0

CMR04F221JODP

CMR04F221JODP

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 220PF 500V RADIAL

0

CD18FD821JO3F

CD18FD821JO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 820PF 5% 500V RADIAL

0

CD19FD101FO3F

CD19FD101FO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 100PF 1% 500V RADIAL

0

CMR03E330GOAR

CMR03E330GOAR

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 33PF 100V RADIAL

0

CP-SM-1000-500V

CP-SM-1000-500V

TubeDepot

SILVER MICA 1000PF / 500V

90

CD15FD391GO3F

CD15FD391GO3F

Cornell Dubilier Electronics

CAP MICA 390PF 2% 500V RADIAL

74

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.

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