Low ESR SMD capacitor series launched by Panasonic

Panasonic has released the FP-Series, a new range of surface mounting aluminium electrolytic capacitors with significantly lower ESR characteristics, offering a serious and cost effective alternative to tantalum capacitors.

The FP-Series provides an ESR up to 50% lower than the successful FK-Series with a minimum of 60mOhm at 100kHz for the G case size.

The Series covers working voltages from 6.3V to 50V and is available in case sizes B to G. Capacitance values extend from 10uF up to 1800uF with 50V, for example, offering values up to 220uF. Guaranteed lifetime is 2000 hours at +105degC.

An advantage of the FP-Series is that there is no voltage de-rating necessary and therefore the capacitors can be used at the rated working voltage. Furthermore, in a case of a short circuit they go high-resistance, which minimises damage to the PCB and the risk of fire.

With the improved ESR and CV values as well as the cost benefits, the FP-Series is now a real competitor to tantalum capacitors.

Designed for high temperature, lead-free reflow soldering, the FP-Series are ideal for switching power supplies in industrial electronics and automotive applications.

For more information, or details on the full range of Panasonic products available from Anglia please call +44 (0)1945 474747 or email info@anglia.com.

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This news article was published in July 2010.