KEMET Adds Large Case Sizes To Its HiCV C0G MLCC Line

KEMET Corp. announced that it has expanded its HiCV C0G MLCC surface-mount product portfolio to offer what is described as industry-leading capacitance values in large case 1812 and 2220 sizes. Capacitance offerings have been extended in both 50 and 100V rated products, providing design engineers with an MLCC alternative for applications that are sensitive to electrically and/or mechanically induced circuit noise and that require the stability and performance of a Class 1 dielectric.

These new devices are being offered with capacitance tolerances of F(+/- 1%), G(+/-2%), J(+/-5%), K(+/-10%) and M(+/-20%) and they meet both EU and China RoHS directives. Marquee HiCV values associated with this product offering include the following part types: 1812 case size: 0.22µF @ 50V; 1812 case size: 0.15µF @ 100V; 2220 case size: 0.47µF @ 50V; and 2220 case size: 0.33µF @ 100V.

"We are excited about the continuing growth and development of our C0G dielectric platform," said KEMET Chief Executive Officer Per Loof. "KEMET’s C0G technology is leading the industry in CV."

With an operating temperature range between -55 and +125°C and capacitance shift limited to +/-30ppm/°C over that range, these devices are suitable in circuit applications requiring critical timing and tuning such as mobile communications, automotive electronics, and power supply circuits. These devices also exhibit no piezoelectric properties and no capacitance change with respect to applied rated dc voltage or time.

All parts are being offered in both commercial and automotive grades with 100% pure matte tin-plated terminations that allow for excellent solderability. Sn/Pb is also available for customers who require an alternative termination finish for applications that do not require RoHS compliance.