Pulse Application Notes

• A highlight of factors to be considered when evaluating metallized polyester film
  capacitors for pulse applications. Applies to other dielectrics also

Current Ratings

• Details on ripple current, ESR, temperature, frequency and other aspects to be
  considered when evaluating an application

AC Voltage Ratings of Metallized Polyester Film Capacitors

• An understanding of the AC capability of metallized polyester film capacitors

Thermal Management Application Notes

• A detailed look at issues, and some design tips, primarily relating to
  polypropylene film capacitors; however the concepts discussed apply to other
  dielectrics as well

Why Specify Film/Foil Capacitors?

• Differences between Film/Foil and Metallized Film Capacitors
• Advantages and Benefits of the Film/Foil Design
• Polyester and Polypropylene Film Characteristics and Applications

Typical Temperature Characteristics

• Differences between Polyester and Polypropylene

Internal Structure of Film/Foil vs. Metallized

• Cross-sectional diagram of various constructions

Performance Comparison Between Film/Foil and Metallized

• Comparison between Panasonic ECW metallized polypropylene unit and the
  SBE Type 716P Polypropylene Film/Foil unit

Selecting a Film Capacitor

• A general guideline for Sine Wave or Pulse Applications

Technical Assistance Questionnaire

• A useful tool to better assist us in providing you the right solution

Capacitor Equations

• General capacitor equations based on sine wave or pulse applications

Film Capacitor Terminology

• A detailed glossary on subjects from AC Voltage ratings to Skin Effect

Electronic Ballast Applications

• The most reliable film caps for your ballast application

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