KEMET, a subsidiary of Yageo Corporation and leading global supplier of electronic components, announces its new R52 series of compact polypropylene film X2 EMI (electromagnetic interference) suppression capacitors. This series fulfills the growing need of automotive, industrial, consumer, and energy applications that require a smaller, high-capacitance X2 class solution for suppressing EMI. While the R52 […]
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Tantalum polymer capacitors target high-capacitance, high-voltage apps
KEMET continues to develop and design solutions for alternative energy, industrial/lighting, medical, defense and aerospace, and telecommunications applications with the new Tantalum Stack Polymer (TSP) O 7360-43 and the 82uF/75V rated voltage extension in Polymer Hermetically Sealed. The TSP series is designed to provide the highest capacitance/voltage (CV) ratings in surface mount device (SMD) capacitors […]
How new inductor cores meet demands for smaller, quieter, and more reliable power
by Patrik Kalbermatten, KEMET Engineered composite cores have enabled inductor manufacturers to pack high inductance into a small volume. New FlakeComposite technology takes core performance to the next level, and adds extra mechanical resilience to enable new types of low-profile devices. Power inductors are crucial devices for managing the flow of energy in switching converters, […]
Varistors ARE viable for surge protection
by Patrik Kalbermatten, KEMET Protecting sensitive electronic equipment against transient voltages in the form of surges that may be either circuit emanating from relays or motors, or significant ESD events such as lightning strikes, is a vital part of equipment design. Several technologies exist to protect sensitive electronic circuitry from voltage surges, including gas discharge […]
Choosing a capacitor? Ripple current capability matters as much as Farads
by Derick Stephens, KEMET Corporation Selecting capacitors for decoupling and filtering in power circuits may seem like a basic chore for electronics designers. Getting it right, however, can critically influence reliability and longevity, but is complicated by the fact that parameters tend to change with factors such as the temperature and operating frequency. Proper attention should […]
Going solderless – Press-Fit capacitors bring multiple benefits to circuit assembly
Solderless assembly of electronic components can deliver significant benefits in terms of simplicity, repeatability and some key electrical and mechanical considerations. However, to be acceptable, technologies such as Press-Fit need to satisfy stringent operational and performance requirements stipulated for the specific application and by standards bodies such as IEC. MARYANN FULTON, KEMET The need for […]
Power film capacitors for high power, high frequency applications
KEMET announced two new series of power film capacitors that meet the requirements of AEC-Q200. The C4AQ series is suited for industrial, automotive and power supply designs for DC link, DC filtering and energy storage applications, while the C4AF series addresses similar applications, but is specifically designed for harsh environments. The new RoHS compliant capacitors […]
Polymer capacitors deliver stability and endurance in automotive applications
KEMET introduced its first 150°C automotive KO-CAP capacitor. The T599 KO-CAP high-humidity/high-temperature performance polymer series delivers stability and endurance under harsh humidity and temperature conditions. Building on the success of the T598 series, KEMET further refined the design, materials and manufacturing to ensure T599 delivers higher stability and endurance under harsh conditions. T599 capacitors pass 1,000 hours of […]
Patented technology enables higher efficiency in smaller packages
KEMET announced new patented KONNEKT technology enabling high power density by combining multiple components into a single surface mountable package. This technology is designed for use by power electronics engineers where high-power density in a small form factor is critical. Developed in partnership with prominent power electronics designers to create a leadless multichip solution for high-efficiency and […]
Automotive/commercial ESD-rated ceramic caps come in 0603 EIA case size
KEMET, a leading global supplier of electronic components, has introduced electrostatic discharge (ESD) rated ceramic capacitors in small 0603 EIA case size (metric 1608), providing designers a choice of either X7R or C0G dielectric for circuits requiring Class-II or Class-I stability and noise performance. Automotive and commercial grades are available, and a special ordering code […]
