MKP385182160JC02H0

Film Capacitors

Film capacitors are electrical components primarily used for filtering, signal coupling, and signal bypassing. They are a type of capacitor that are manufactured with homogeneous layers of polymers and/or solvent-type dielectric. Due to their sound electrical properties and reliable performance, film capacitors are widely used in power supply systems, AC/DC drives, radio frequency applications, and industrial control systems.

MKP385182160JC02H0 Application Fields and Working Principle

The widely used MKP385182160JC02H0 is a self-healing, polypropylene film type capacitor. It has extreme high-temperature resistance, current limiting, and superior performance. These capacitors can be used in different applications including motor start/run, lighting, electric power, UPS, welders, and more.

This type of capacitors consist of two metal-coated polymer films connected to two terminals. The polypropylene film serves as the dielectric, with the metal-coated film acting as the electrodes. When a voltage source is connected to the capacitor, the field between the metal plates and the dielectric causes electrical charges to accumulate on each metal film. This electric field between the two metal-coated films creates an opposite electrical potential for the storage of energy in the form of an electric field.

The MKP385182160JC02H0 capacitor can endure a maximum operating voltage of 500VAC. When a voltage up to this operating voltage is connected to the device, it can absorb and store an electrical charge, resulting in an electrical current flowing through the capacitor. This current creates a temperature increase, which is then counterbalanced by the dielectric of the device. This process results in the capacitor storing electrical energy as an electrical field between the two electrodes. Over time, as the capacitor discharges, the electric field decreases, resulting in less energy being stored and eventually the capacitor will dissipate the energy.

These capacitors also have excellent heat dissipation. To ensure optimal performance, they should be installed in a clean, open and well-ventilated environment to ensure maximum efficiency. This helps to avoid the condensation of atmospheric humidity.

The MKP385182160JC02H0 offers superior performance in applications such as motor start and run, lighting, and electric power. Its self-healing ability and maximum operating voltage of 500VAC makes it an ideal choice for industrial and commercial use. Furthermore, due to its superior heat dissipation and reliable performance, it can be used in a variety of applications.