MKT1817410254

Film Capacitors

A film capacitor, also known as an electrolytic capacitor, is an important type of electrical component that is widely used in many consumer and industrial applications. It is made from thin plastic film that is wound or stacked in a container. The plastic film provides a dielectric layer between the capacitor’s two conductive plates. This dielectric layer acts as an insulator and is used to store an electric charge. The charge stored in a film capacitor is essentially static, meaning that it will not change until the capacitor is discharged.

MKT1817410254 Application Field and Working Principle

The MKT1817410254 film capacitor from Murata Electronics is a small, surface-mount device designed for use in audio frequency circuits. It has a capacitance of 3.3 nF, a small enough value to prevent the loading of high-frequency or high-impedance audio signals. The device is also low leakage, meaning that the charge stored in the capacitor is slow to dissipate over time. The MKT1817410254 is commonly used in a variety of consumer and professional audio applications, such as mixers, amplifiers, and speaker systems. It is also suitable for use in guitar amplifiers and other musical instrument applications. In these applications, the device is used to filter and block high-frequency signals while allowing low-frequency signals to pass.

The MKT1817410254 film capacitor is an electrolytic capacitor, meaning that its working principle is based on electrolysis. It consists of two electrodes, a positively charged anode and a negatively charged cathode. When the device is powered, an electrolyte solution between the electrodes converts the electric current into a charge. This charge is then stored on the capacitor’s dielectric layer, which acts as an insulator between the two electrodes. The charge that is stored on the dielectric is static and does not dissipate until the device is discharged.

The MKT1817410254 film capacitor is an ideal choice for audio applications due to its small size, low leakage, and high capacitance. It is capable of blocking high-frequency signals while allowing low-frequency signals to pass, making it perfect for use in professional audio applications. The device also offers excellent stability and reliable performance, making it a great choice for any audio-related application.