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Metalized Polycarbonate Capacitors

Specifications

Metalized Polycarbonate Axial Capacitors are often highly regarded for their unique ability to withstand temperatures of -55°C - +125°C without a negligible change in voltage De-rating*. Meanwhile most axial film capacitors usually have a voltage de-rating at temperatures above 85°C. Most capacitors that don’t de-rate at higher temperatures happen to be larger in physical size. These capacitors have a low dissipation factor, which is usually less than 0.36%.

* De-rating – Occurs when you run a capacitor at lower values to prolong its life and stability. This usually occurs at higher temperatures of 85°C and above.

Features:

  • Moisture Resistant
  • Long Shelf Life
  • Self Healing Properties
    (Little to no damage with short term overload)

Common Applications:

  • Pulse Circuits
  • Timing Circuits
  • Tuned Circuits
  • High Frequency Applications
  • Filter Networks
  • Arc Suppression
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Metalized polycarbonate axial capacitors are often referred to as “Yellow Jacket Capacitors” because of their bright yellow case color.

Bishop (BEC)

Cornell Dubilier (CDE)

Electronic Concepts (ECC)

Electrocube

Part Number Breakdown for Metallized Film Capacitors

Resources

Datasheets
Manufacturer Series
Bishop

C11

C21

C31

C41

Cornell Dubilier

MCR

MTC

   
Electronic Concepts

5MC

MC12

   
Electrocube

650-653

625B

   
F-Dyne / Southern Electronics

MPC