100MU223MA13216

Film Capacitors

Film capacitors are so named for the use of polyester film in the dielectric insulation between the plates They have some advantages over other capacitor types like ceramic capacitors and electrolytic capacitors which make them suitable for applications where stability and reliability are highly valued.

100MU223MA13216 Application Field and Working Principle

100MU223MA13216 film capacitors are usually used in a wide range of applications, including power electronics, frequency-enhanced circuit, filter circuit, audio equipment, radio, TV, computer, solar inverter and UPS. The capacitor is designed with electrodes insulated by a chosen dielectric and is composed by an AC electric field which generates a capacitance whose value is determined by the permittivity and size of the piece of film interposed between the electrodes.

The AC electric field is generated when the electric charges move between the both electrodes due to the high frequency current, contributing to the load it carries and charge storage can have. This is balanced by the dielectric resistance of the insulation film, meaning that when there\'s a higher frequency, the dielectric will react accordingly and store the maximum electric charge generated.

In addition, the good performance of the film capacitors 100MU223MA13216 can help prevent devices from electric discharges, as the AC and DC electrical resistance is higher compared to other capacitors, like ceramic and aluminum electrolytic capacitors.

When it comes to the reliability and life cycle, these capacitors last longer than other capacitor types depending on the quality and size of the dielectric used. Since the internal dielectric parts are made of synthetic resins, they don\'t suffer from oxidizing like ceramic or aluminum electrolytic ones, while the electrodes are usually made of Metallized Polyester film or Foil, making them more resistant to electrical resistance and be able to withstand from high voltage.

Generally speaking, 100MU223MA13216 film capacitors are most suitable for low and medium frequency circuits, as well as for general use in electronic products and equipment. Benefits over other capacitors like thermal stability and durability, as well as its small size and high capacitance, contribute to the popularity of this type of capacitors.

In order to get the best performance from these capacitors, it is recommended to make sure they are stored in a clean, dry place, away from temperatures above 55°C or below -40°C and that they should be kept in static discharge (ESD) safe plastic bags.