Automotive & Transportation

Aluminum Capacitors Suit Automotive Apps

17 May 2016

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has extended the voltage range for its Automotive Grade 146 CTI and 160 CLA series of surface-mount aluminum capacitors to 100 V and 80 V, respectively. For high-temperature automotive and industrial applications, the capacitors provide low impedance, high ripple current, and long, useful life.

Automotive Grade 146 CTI and 160 CLA series surface-mount aluminum capacitors. Source: Vishay Intertechnology Inc. Automotive Grade 146 CTI and 160 CLA series surface-mount aluminum capacitors. Source: Vishay Intertechnology Inc.

146 CTI series capacitors are available in nine case sizes with operating temperatures to +125° C, while the 160 CLA series is offered in six case sizes and provides high-temperature operation to +150° C. The AEC-Q200-qualified devices feature low impedance down to 35 mΩ at 100 kHz, a rated ripple current of 1750 mA and a rated life of 6000 h.

For increased processing flexibility, the RoHS-compliant capacitors meet the rigorous JEDEC J-STD-020 soldering guidelines for severe reflow conditions.The 146 CTI and 160 CLA series devices are charge- and discharge-proof, so there is no peak current limitation. Both are offered in four-pin and six-pin versions for vibration-proof performance.

Polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitors with non-solid, self-healing electrolytes, the devices are suited for smoothing, filtering and buffering applications. Typical end products will include automotive power trains and chassis electronics; industrial drives, automation, and equipment for renewable energy; telecom equipment; and SMPS units.



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