Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP) X7R Dielectric,
6.3 – 250 VDC (Automotive Grade)
Overview
The KEMET Automotive Grade Flexible Termination (FT-CAP)
multilayer ceramic capacitor in X7R 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 KEMET’s 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 IR or
short circuit failures.
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
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 by providing a complete portfolio of flex
mitigation solutions.
Combined with the stability of an X7R 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 exhibit a predictable change in
capacitance with respect to time and voltage. Capacitance
change with reference to ambient temperature is limited to
±15% from −55°C to +125°C.
Whether underhood or in-cabin, these capacitors are designed
to provide reliable performance in a mission and safety of
critical automotive circuits. Stricter testing protocol and
inspection criteria have been established for automotive grade
products in recognition of potentially harsh environmental
conditions. KEMET automotive grade series capacitors meet
the demanding Automotive Electronics Council's AEC-Q200
qualification requirements.
Ordering Information
C
Ceramic
1206
X
106
Capacitance
Code (pF)
Two
significant
digits and
number of
zeros
K
4
R
Dielectric
R = X7R
A
Failure Rate/
Design
A = N/A
C
Termination
Finish
1
C = 100% Matte Sn
AUTO
Packaging/
Grade (C-Spec)
2
See
"Packaging
C-Spec
Ordering
Options
Table"
Case Size
Specification/
(L" x W")
Series
0603
0805
1206
1210
1808
1812
1825
2220
2225
X = Flexible
termination
Capacitance
Rated Voltage
Tolerance
(VDC)
J = ±5%
K = ±10%
M = ±20%
9 = 6.3
8 = 10
4 = 16
3 = 25
5 = 50
1 = 100
2 = 200
A = 250
1
Additional termination finish options may be available. Contact KEMET for details.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), X7R Dielectric, 6.3 – 250 VDC (Automotive Grade)
Packaging C-Spec Ordering Options Table
Packaging Type
1
7" Reel
13" Reel/Unmarked
7" Reel/Unmarked/2 mm pitch
2
13" Reel/Unmarked/2 mm pitch
2
1
Packaging/Grade
Ordering Code (C-Spec)
3
AUTO
AUTO7411 (EIA 0603 and smaller case sizes)
AUTO7210 (EIA 0805 and larger case sizes)
3190
3191
Reeling tape options (paper or plastic) are dependent on capacitor case size (L x W) and thickness dimension. See "Chip Thickness/Tape & Reel
Packaging Quantities" and "Tape & Reel Packaging Information."
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
All automotive packaging C-Specs listed exclude the option to laser mark components. Please contact KEMET if you require a laser marked option. For
more information see "Capacitor Marking."
3
For additional Information regarding "AUTO" C-Spec options, see "Automotive C-Spec Information."
Benefits
•
•
•
•
•
•
AEC-Q200 automotive qualified
−55°C to +125°C operating temperature range
Superior flex performance (up to 5 mm)
High capacitance flex mitigation
Lead (Pb)-free, RoHS and REACH compliant
EIA 0603, 0805, 1206, 1210, 1808, 1812, 1825, 2220, and
2225 case sizes
• DC voltage ratings of 6.3 V, 10 V, 16 V, 25 V, 50 V, 100 V,
200 V, and 250 V
• Capacitance offerings ranging from 180 pF to 22 μF
• Available capacitance tolerances of ±5%, ±10%, and ±20%
• Non-polar device, minimizing installation concerns
• 100% pure matte tin-plated termination finish allowing for
excellent solderability
Applications
Typical applications include circuits with a direct battery or power source connection, critical and safety relevant circuits
without (integrated) current limitation and any application that is subject to high levels of board flexure or temperature
cycling. Examples include raw power input side filtering (power plane/bus), high current applications (automobile battery
line) and circuits that cannot be fused to open. Markets include consumer, medical, industrial (power supply), automotive,
aerospace and telecom.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), X7R Dielectric, 6.3 – 250 VDC (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
●
2
●
3
●
○
4
●
5
●
KEMET assigned C-Specs require the submittal of a customer SCD or customer specification for review. For additional information contact KEMET.
●
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), X7R Dielectric, 6.3 – 250 VDC (Automotive Grade)
Dimensions – Millimeters (Inches)
W
L
T
B
S
EIA Size
Code
0603
1
0805
2
Metric Size
Code
1608
2012
3216
3225
4520
4532
4564
5650
5664
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 (.130)
±0.40 (.016)
4.70 (0.185)
±0.50 (0.020)
4.50 (0.178)
±0.40 (0.016)
4.60 (0.181)
±0.40 (0.016)
5.90 (0.232)
±0.75 (0.030)
5.90 (0.232)
±0.75 (0.030)
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)
2.00 (0.079)
±0.20 (0.008)
3.20 (0.126)
±0.30 (0.012)
6.40 (0.252)
±0.40 (0.016)
5.00 (0.197)
±0.40 (0.016)
6.40 (0.248)
±0.40 (0.016)
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)
0.70 (0.028)
±0.35 (0.014)
0.70 (0.028)
±0.35 (0.014)
0.70 (0.028)
±0.35 (0.014)
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
1206
1210
1808
1812
1825
2220
2225
1
2
See Table 2 for
Thickness
N/A
Solder reflow
only
For capacitance values ≥ 0.56 µF add 0.03 (0.001) to length tolerance dimension.
For capacitance values 1.0 µF or ≥ 2.2 µF add 0.05 (0.002) to length tolerance dimension.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
Flexible Termination System (FT-CAP), X7R Dielectric, 6.3 – 250 VDC (Automotive Grade)
Qualification/Certification
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. 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)
1
Parameters/Characteristics
−55°C to +125°C
±15%
3.0%
250% of rated voltage
(5 ±1 seconds and charge/discharge not exceeding 50 mA)
See Dissipation Factor Limit table
See Insulation Resistance Limit table
(Rated voltage applied for 120 ±5 seconds at 25°C)
Aging Rate (Maximum % Capacitance Loss/Decade Hour)
2
3
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage (DWV)
Dissipation Factor (DF) Maximum Limit at 25°C
4
Insulation Resistance (IR) Minimum Limit at 25°C
Regarding Aging Rate: Capacitance measurements (including tolerance) are indexed to a referee time of 48 or 1,000 hours. Please refer to a part
number specific datasheet for referee time details
2
DWV is the voltage a capacitor can withstand (survive) for a short period of time. It exceeds the nominal and continuous working voltage of the
capacitor.
3
Capacitance and dissipation factor (DF) measured under the following conditions:
1 kHz ± 50 Hz and 1.0 ± 0.2 V
rms
if capacitance ≤ 10 µF
120 Hz ± 10 Hz and 0.5 ± 0.1 V
rms
if capacitance > 10 µF
4
To obtain IR limit, divide MΩ – µF value by the capacitance and compare to GΩ limit. Select the lower of the two limits.
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."
1
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