CDV16FF121JO3F

Mica and PTFE Capacitors

Mica and PTFE capacitors are electrical components composed of two metallic plates, separated by a dielectric material. The CDV16FF121JO3F is one such capacitor. It consists of two metal electrodes, held in place by a specially designed mica and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) combination.

Application Field

The CDV16FF121JO3F capacitor is capable of operating at temperatures ranging from -55°C (+/-3%) to +100°C (+/-3%). It is designed for applications with frequencies from 0 to 100MHz, and are suitable for pulse and level applications. These capacitors can be used for amplifying, coupling, decoupling, and storage applications. It has an Insulation Resistance of >100,000MΩ (approx) in a +25°C environment with a capacitance of 16.0pF (+/- 5%).

Working Principle

The CDV16FF121JO3F capacitor works by storing electrical energy in an electric field. When a voltage is applied across the terminals of the capacitor, an electric field is generated between the two electrodes. This electric field creates a static charge within the capacitor that is blocked from dissipating. The magnitude of the stored charge is determined by the capacitance of the capacitor, where one farad is equal to roughly 6.24 X 1018 electrons. The dielectric material of the capacitor, in this case mica and PTFE, determines the capacitance and can be manipulated by changing the material’s thickness, the width of the electric field, or the dielectric constant of the material.

Conclusion

The CDV16FF121JO3F capacitor is a specialty mica and PTFE capacitor designed for applications with frequencies from 0 to 100MHz. This capacitor is capable of withstanding temperatures ranging from -55°C (+/-3%) to +100°C (+/-3%) and is suitable for pulse and level applications. The capacitor stores electrical energy in an electric field, with the capacitance value determined by the dielectric material of the capacitor.