Polypropylene Film Capacitors now Available in 630Vdc

Panasonic has introduced the ECW-F(D) Series of metalized polypropylene film capacitors now available in 630Vdc to their already existing product line. The ECW-F(D) Series parts are designed for dc applications that do not require a significant amount of pulse current and is the recommended product of choice for power factor correction and residential electronics applications.

Panasonic’s built-in fuse function, combined with the small case size of these film capacitors, make them appropriate for any application requiring dc linkage.

Built-in fuse functionality ensures that ECW-F(D) Series parts open in the event of an unlikely failure, rather than creating a short circuit situation.

Applications are expected to include inverter circuits, active filters, high-frequency and high-current designs, and snubber circuits.

Features include:

• Voltage Range: 450Vdc and 630Vdc
• Capacitance Range: 0.47μF to 2.2μF
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +105°C
• Tolerance: ±5%, ±10%
• Flame Retardant Epoxy Resin Coating
• Excellent Frequency Characteristics
• RoHS and REACH Compliant

Benefits include:

• Built-In Fuse Functionality (Self-Healing, Self-Protecting)
• Long Life, Highly Reliable
• Low Loss, Low ESR For Improved Power Efficiency
• Small Case Size Handles Large Capacitance Range
• Can Be Used For High Frequency Zone and Easy To Evaluate
• Fuse Function Creates an Open Circuit in the Unlikely Event of Failure
• Aluminum Rather than Aluminum Zinc Metalization – Does Not Overheat When Stressed
• Polypropylene Dielectric Capable of Withstanding More Stress than Polyester
• Recommended for a Wide Array of Industries