KEMET Introduces New AO-CAPs in 12.5 and 16V Offerings

KEMET Corp. announced new high-voltage aluminum organic polymer capacitors (AO-CAPs) to include 12.5 and 16V offerings. KEMET already has a substantial portfolio of aluminum capacitors, and this high-voltage line allows the company to provide more competitive, technologically-advanced products to customers globally. Designers can now use these AO-CAPs in power rails up to 16V.

The AO-CAP is a well-suited alternative to high-capacitance ceramics and a step up from other styles of aluminum-organic capacitors. Its footprint allows for drop-in replacement of high-voltage, surface-mount tantalum capacitors and offers superior dc leakage performance over other polymer-type solutions. In addition, the low-profile design (2.0mm maximum height) is suitable for use in applications where space restrictions must be considered (i.e., portable electronics).

"This latest expansion of our aluminum organic product line demonstrates KEMET's continued commitment to meeting the needs of our customers with cutting-edge technology," says Susan Barkal, Director, Product Line Management, Tantalum, Polymer and Aluminum Capacitors.

AO-CAPs are commonly used for microprocessor decoupling and filtering in power management applications (hard drives, notebooks, flat panel displays and other power supply applications). These latest releases now extend the AO-CAP's range of capability by allowing for integration of these components into 12 and 15V power input rails. Plus, they're suitable for protected 14V automotive application circuits. KEMET not only increased the voltage range of this series, it also maintained low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) values to allow for optimal performance in high-frequency applications.

These new AO-CAPs are available in the low-profile V-Case size with capacitance values from 6.8 to 22µF and ESR values from 30 to 70Ω.