Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs) COG Dielectric, SnPb Termination “L” Series – KEMET

Category: Capacitors, Electronics, Kemet Electronics Corporation

Overview

KEMET’s “L” Series Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs) feature a COG dielectric and are designed with Tin/Lead (SnPb) termination to satisfy the performance requirements of critical applications. These components offer stability and are targeted at sectors that necessitate tin/lead end metallization, such as military, aerospace, and industrial applications. In light of the general industry shift towards RoHS compliance, KEMET commits to providing a reliable source of SnPb terminated products for these specialized applications.

Key Characteristics

Temperature Performance: They can operate within a temperature range of -55°C to +125°C.
Stability: The COG dielectric is characterized as a Class I material with temperature-compensating qualities, making it suitable for resonant circuits or applications where consistent capacitance is crucial. The capacitance changes negligibly with respect to ambient temperature, time, and voltage.
Capacitance Range: These capacitors are offered in a wide range of capacitance values from 0.5 pF to 0.47 µF.
Voltage Ratings: They are available in various DC voltage ratings including 10 V, 16 V, 25 V, 50 V, 100 V, 200 V, and 250 V.
Capacitance Tolerances: Options for tolerance include ±0.10 pF, ±0.25 pF, ±0.5 pF, ±1%, ±2%, ±5%, ±10%, and ±20%.

Benefits

KEMET’s MLCCs provide significant advantages owing to their wide operational temperature range and the reliability of their termination system. They are available in diverse case sizes, including EIA 0402 up to 2225, to accommodate different application requirements, and these capacitors are suitable for a broad spectrum of capacitance requirements with various specified tolerances.

Ordering Information

The ordering code for these capacitors is structured to provide comprehensive information about the product. It represents the case size, series code, capacitance, capacitance tolerance, rated voltage, termination finish, and packaging grade. Specific examples of capacitance coding are provided to assist in the correct interpretation of the ordering codes. Additional variations in capacitance tolerance and termination finish options may be available upon request from KEMET.

Contact Details

KEMET Electronics Corporation can be contacted for further details and options concerning capacitance tolerance and termination finishes. The datasheet indicates that interested parties can reach KEMET at their Greenville, SC headquarters or through their website (www.kemet.com) for tailored product solutions and information.