Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), U2J Dielectric,
10 – 100 VDC (Commercial & Automotive Grade)
Overview
The KEMET Flexible Termination (FT-CAP) Multilayer
Ceramic Capacitor in U2J dielectric incorporates a unique,
flexible termination system that is integrated with KEMET’s
standard termination materials. A conductive silver epoxy
is utilized between the base metal and nickel barrier layers
of the KEMET standard termination system in order to
establish pliability while maintaining terminal strength,
solderability and electrical performance. This technology
was developed in order to address the primary failure mode
of MLCCs — flex cracks, which are typically the result of
excessive tensile and shear stresses produced during
board flexure and thermal cycling. Flexible termination
technology inhibits the transfer of board stress to the
rigid ceramic body, therefore mitigating flex cracks which
can result in low insulation resistance (IR) or short circuit
failures. KEMET automotive grade capacitors meet the
demanding Automotive Electronics Council's AEC-Q200
qualification requirements.
Although this technology does not eliminate the potential
for mechanical damage that may propagate during extreme
environmental and handling conditions, it does provide
superior flex performance over standard termination
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systems. FT-CAP complements KEMET’s Open Mode,
Floating Electrode (FE-CAP), Floating Electrode with Flexible
Termination (FF-CAP), and KEMET Power Solutions (KPS)
product lines provide a complete portfolio of flex mitigation
solutions.
Combined with the stability of U2J dielectric and designed
to accommodate all capacitance requirements, these flex-
robust devices are RoHS compliant, offer up to 5 mm of
flex-bend capability and capacitance change limited to –750
±20 ppm/°C from –55°C to +125°C. These devices are lead-
free, RoHS and REACH compliant without exception and are
capable of withstanding multiple passes through a lead-free
solder reflow profile.
Ordering Information
C
Ceramic
1206
X
104
Capacitance
Code (pF)
Two significant
digits and
number of
zeros.
J
3
J
A
C
Termination Finish
C = 100% Matte Sn
TU
Packaging/
Grade (C-Spec)
See
"Packaging
C-Spec
Ordering
Options Table"
Case Size
Specification/
(L" x W")
Series
0603
0805
1206
1210
1812
X = Flexible
Termination
Failure Rate/
Capacitance
Rated Voltage
Dielectric
1
Design
Tolerance
(VDC)
F = ±1%
G = ±2%
J = ±5%
K = ±10%
M = ±20%
8 = 10
4 = 16
3 = 25
5 = 50
1 = 100
J = U2J
A = N/A
1
Additional capacitance tolerance offerings may be available. Contact KEMET for details.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), U2J Dielectric, 10 – 100 VDC (Commercial & Automotive Grade)
Packaging C-Spec Ordering Options Table
Packaging Type
1
Bulk Bag/Unmarked
7" Reel/Unmarked
13" Reel/Unmarked
7" Reel/Unmarked/2 mm pitch
2
13" Reel/Unmarked/2 mm pitch
2
7" Reel
13" Reel/Unmarked
7" Reel/Unmarked/2mm pitch
2
13" Reel/Unmarked/2mm pitch
2
1
1
Packaging/Grade
Ordering Code (C-Spec)
Commercial Grade
1
Not required (Blank)
TU
7411 (EIA 0603 and smaller case sizes)
7210 (EIA 0805 and larger case sizes)
7081
7082
3
Automotive Grade
AUTO
AUTO7411 (EIA 0603 and smaller case sizes)
AUTO7210 (EIA 0805 and larger case sizes)
3190
3191
Default packaging is “Bulk Bag.” An ordering code C-Spec is not required for “Bulk Bag” packaging.
The terms “Marked” and “Unmarked” pertain to laser marking option of capacitors. All packaging options labeled as “Unmarked” will contain
capacitors that have not been laser marked. The option to laser mark is not available on these devices. For more information see “Capacitor Marking.”
2
The 2 mm pitch option allows for double the packaging quantity of capacitors on a given reel size. This option is limited to EIA 0603 (1608 metric) case
size devices. For more information regarding 2 mm pitch option see “Tape & Reel Packaging Information.”
3
Reeling tape options (paper or plastic) are dependent on capacitor case size (l" x w") and thickness dimensions. See "Chip Thickness/Tape & Reel
Packaging Quantities" and "Tape & Reel Packaging Information.”
3
For additional information regarding "AUTO" C-Spec options, see "Automotive C-Spec Information."
3
All automotive packaging C-Specs listed exclude the option to laser mark components. The option to laser mark is not available on these devices.
For more information see "Capacitor Marking.”
Benefits
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AEC–Q200 automotive qualified
Low dissipation factor DF < 0.1%
Low noise solution similar to C0G
Low ESR and ESL
High thermal stability
High ripple current capability
Preferred capacitance solution at line frequencies and into the MHz range
Retains over 99% of nominal capacitance at full rated voltage
Small predictable and linear capacitance change with respect to temperature
Operating temperature range of −55°C to +125°C
Capacitance up to 470 nF
DC voltage ratings up to 100 V
Lead (Pb)-free, RoHS and REACH compliant
Non-polar device, minimizing installation concerns
100% pure matte Tin-plated termination finish allowing for excellent solderability
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), U2J Dielectric, 10 – 100 VDC (Commercial & Automotive Grade)
Automotive C-Spec Information
KEMET automotive grade products meet or exceed the requirements outlined by the Automotive Electronics Council.
Details regarding test methods and conditions are referenced in document AEC–Q200, Stress Test Qualification for Passive
Components. These products are supported by a Product Change Notification (PCN) and Production Part Approval Process
warrant (PPAP).
Automotive products offered through our distribution channel have been assigned an inclusive ordering code C-Spec, “AUTO.”
This C-Spec was developed in order to better serve small and medium-sized companies that prefer an automotive grade
component without the requirement to submit a customer Source Controlled Drawing (SCD) or specification for review by a
KEMET engineering specialist. This C-Spec is therefore not intended for use by KEMET OEM automotive customers and are
not granted the same “privileges” as other automotive C-Specs. Customer PCN approval and PPAP request levels are limited
(see details below.)
Product Change Notification (PCN)
The KEMET product change notification system is used to communicate primarily the following types of changes:
• Product/process changes that affect product form, fit, function, and/or reliability
• Changes in manufacturing site
• Product obsolescence
KEMET Automotive
C-Spec
KEMET assigned
1
AUTO
1
Customer Notification Due To:
Process/Product change
Yes (with approval and sign off)
Yes (without approval)
Obsolescence*
Yes
Yes
Days Prior To
Implementation
180 days minimum
90 days minimum
KEMET assigned C-Specs require the submittal of a customer SCD or customer specification for review. For additional information contact KEMET.
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
The purpose of the Production Part Approval Process is:
• To ensure that supplier can meet the manufacturability and quality requirements for the purchased parts.
• To provide the evidence that all customer engineering design records and specification requirements are properly
understood and fulfilled by the manufacturing organization.
• To demonstrate that the established manufacturing process has the potential to produce the part.
KEMET Automotive
C-Spec
KEMET assigned
1
AUTO
1
PPAP (Product Part Approval Process) Level
1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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KEMET assigned C-Specs require the submittal of a customer SCD or customer specification for review. For additional information contact KEMET.
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Part number specific PPAP available
○
Product family PPAP only
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), U2J Dielectric, 10 – 100 VDC (Commercial & Automotive Grade)
Applications
Typical applications include critical timing, tuning, circuits requiring low loss, circuits with pulse, high current, decoupling,
bypass, filtering, transient voltage suppression and blocking, as well as energy storage in critical and safety relevant circuits
without (integrated) current limitation, including those subject to high levels of board flexure or temperature cycling.
Dimensions – Millimeters (Inches)
W
L
T
B
S
EIA
Size
Code
0603
0805
1206
1210
1812
Metric
Size
Code
1608
2012
3216
3225
4532
L
Length
1.60 (0.063)
±0.17 (0.007)
2.00 (0.079)
±0.30 (0.012)
3.30 (0.130)
±0.40 (0.016)
3.30 (0.130)
±0.40 (0.016)
4.50 (0.178)
±0.40 (0.016)
W
Width
0.80 (0.032)
±0.15 (0.006)
1.25 (0.049)
±0.30 (0.012)
1.60 (0.063)
±0.35(0.013)
2.60(0.102)
±0.30(0.012)
3.20 (0.126)
±0.30 (0.012)
T
Thickness
B
Bandwidth
0.45 (0.018)
±0.15 (0.006)
0.50 (0.02)
±0.25 (0.010)
0.60 (0.024)
±0.25 (0.010)
0.60 (0.024)
±0.25 (0.010)
0.70 (0.028)
±0.35 (0.014)
S
Separation
Minimum
0.58 (0.023)
0.75 (0.030)
Mounting
Technique
Solder wave
or
Solder reflow
See Table 2
for thickness
N/A
Solder reflow
only
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), U2J Dielectric, 10 – 100 VDC (Commercial & Automotive Grade)
Qualification/Certification
Commercial grade products are subject to internal qualification. Details regarding test methods and conditions are
referenced in Table 4, Performance & Reliability.
Automotive grade products meet or exceed the requirements outlined by the Automotive Electronics Council. Details
regarding test methods and conditions are referenced in the document AEC–Q200, Stress Test Qualification for Passive
Components. For additional information regarding the Automotive Electronics Council and AEC–Q200, please visit their
website at www.aecouncil.com.
Environmental Compliance
Lead (Pb)-free, RoHS, and REACH compliant without exemptions.
Electrical Parameters/Characteristics
Item
Operating Temperature Range
Capacitance Change with Reference to +25°C and 0 VDC Applied
(TCC)
Aging Rate (Maximum % Capacitance Loss/Decade Hour)
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage (DWV)
Dissipation Factor (DF) Maximum Limit at 25ºC
Insulation Resistance (IR) Limit at 25°C
−55°C to +125°C
−750 ±120 ppm/ºC
0.1%
250% of rated voltage
(5 ±1 seconds and charge/discharge not exceeding 50 mA)
0.1%
1,000 MΩ µF or 100 GΩ
(Rated voltage applied for 120 ±5 seconds at 25°C)
Parameters/Characteristics
To
obtain IR limit, divide MΩ-µF value by the capacitance and compare to GΩ limit. Select the lower of the two limits.
Capacitance and dissipation factor (DF) measured under the following conditions:
1 MHz ±100 kHz and 1.0 V
rms
±0.2 V if capacitance ≤ 1,000 pF
1 kHz ±50 Hz and 1.0 V
rms
±0.2 V if capacitance > 1,000 pF
Note: When measuring capacitance it is important to ensure the set voltage level is held constant. The HP4284 and Agilent E4980 have a feature known
as Automatic Level Control (ALC). The ALC feature should be switched to "ON."
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