KEMET Corporation KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors

Features and Applications of KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors

The purpose of this article is to briefly illustrate what is possible with Film capacitors and the features and applications of these capacitors manufactured by KEMET Corporation under the KC-LINK-PG series.

Applications

  • Industrial transport (non-car & non-light truck)
Associated Products

Part NumberDescriptionStockRFQ
C4ATHBW5200A3NJCAP FILM 20UF 5% 600VDC RAD 4LD213RFQ
C4ATGBW4680A3GJCAP FILM 6.8UF 5% 450VDC RAD 4LD96BUY
C4ATFBW5100A3FJCAP FILM 10UF 5% 400VDC RADIAL184BUY
C4ATDBW5200A30JCAP FILM 20UF 5% 250VDC RAD 4LD245BUY
C4ATGBW5100A3FJCAP FILM 10UF 5% 450VDC RAD 4LD172RFQ
C4ATDBW5300A30JCAP FILM 30UF 5% 250VDC RAD 4LD125RFQ
C4ATFBW5400A3NJCAP FILM 40UF 5% 400VDC RAD 4LD46BUY
C4ATMBW4470A3LJCap Film 4.7uF 850V PP 5% (42 X 30 X 45mm) Radial Plastic Rectangular Can 37.5mm 0.0025 Ohm 85C Bulk72BUY
4ATHBW5100A3LJCAP FILM 10UF 5% 600VDC RADIAL0RFQ
C4ATMBW5100A3NJCAP FILM 10UF 5% 850VDC RAD 4LD0BUY
C4ATFBU4200A3BJKEMET C4ATFBU4200A3BJ Film Capacitor, 2 F, 250 VAC, C4AT Series,5%, Radial Leaded, PP (Polypropylene)New53RFQ
C4ATJBW5100A3MJCap Film 10uF 700V PP 5% (57.5 X 30 X 45mm) Radial 52.5mm 85C Bulk60BUY
C4ATHBU4100A30JFilm Capacitors 1uF 600volts 5%36BUY
C4ATFBW5300A3MJCap Film 30uF 400V PP 5% (57.5 X 30 X 45mm) Radial 52.5mm 85C Bulk144RFQ
C4ATJBU4300A3GKCAP FILM 3UF 10% 700VDC RADIAL5500866BUY
C4ATJBU4100A10JCAP FILM 1UF 5% 700VDC RADIAL0RFQ
C4ATMBW4680A3MJCAP FILM 6.8UF 5% 850VDC RADIAL13RFQ
C4ATHBW4220A30JCAP FILM 2.2UF 5% 600VDC SNUBBER46BUY
C4ATGBU4220A1DJFilm Capacitors 2.2uF 5% 70deg C 450Volts RADIAL BOX9BUY
C4ATJBW4500A3JJCAP FILM 5UF 5% 700VDC RADIAL178BUY
Technical Documents

C4AK high temperature, power film DC-Link capacitor is designed for continuous operation up to 1,000 hours at 135℃. The C4AK series joins the C4AU (harsh environment) and C4AQ-P (125°C) family of power DC-Link film capacitors.

KEMET C4AK Automotive Grade DC Link Film Capacitor


KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors from KEMET Corporation are high-performance capacitors designed for power applications that require high ripple current capability and low losses. They are based on polypropylene (PP) dielectric film with a metalized electrode and have a radial leaded through-hole design. They are available in capacitance values ranging from 0.1 µF to 10 µF and voltage ratings from 450 VDC to 2000 VDC. They have a temperature range of -55°C to +105°C and a capacitance tolerance of ±10%.

Features

The main features of KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors may be summarized as follows:

1. High ripple current capability up to 36.5 Arms at 10 kHz

2. Low ESR and ESL for high efficiency and power density

3. Self-healing property for enhanced reliability and safety

4. RoHS-compliant and lead-free

5. Automotive grade option available

Applications

  • DC-link, DC filtering, and snubber circuits in power converters and inverters

  • Renewable energy systems such as solar, wind, and hydropower

  • Electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles

  • Industrial drives and motor control

  • Welding equipment and plasma cutting


Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main features and benefits of KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors?

KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors are designed for high-frequency and high-power applications such as DC-link, snubber, resonant circuits, and power converters. They offer low equivalent series resistance (ESR), low equivalent series inductance (ESL), high ripple current capability, high voltage rating, high temperature stability, and long lifetime. They also have a patented lead-frame design that provides excellent mechanical robustness and thermal performance.

What are the main applications of KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors?

KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors are suitable for various applications such as electric vehicles (EV), hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), renewable energy systems, industrial power supplies, welding equipment, medical equipment, and aerospace systems.

What are the available capacitance values and voltage ratings of KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors?

KC-LINK-PG series Film capacitors have capacitance values ranging from 1.5 nF to 150 nF and voltage ratings from 500 VDC to 2000 VDC.