Date: 25/06/2010

MLCC capacitors from KEMET with performance enhancing leadframes

The new KPS series MLCC capacitors from KEMET employs lead frame technology to vertically stack one or two MLCCs into a parallel circuit in a single compact surface mount package. The lead frame isolates the capacitors from the printed circuit board, offering mechanical and thermal stress performance and addressing concerns for audible, microphonic noise that may occur when a bias voltage is applied. Stacking allows for up to double the capacitance in the same or smaller design footprint.

"KEMET's KPS Series provides a superior, high capacitance, high reliability solution with improved flex performance for severe applications," said Dr. Philip Lessner, KEMET Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. "KPS clearly demonstrates KEMET's continued commitment to technological leadership and serving our customers as The Capacitance Company."

Other features of the KPS Series capacitors are:
1. It is in compliance with RoHS legislation.
2. Available in X7R dielectric, these devices are capable of Pb-Free reflow profiles and provide lower ESR and higher ripple current capability.
3. It is suggested for demanding applications such as power supplies, typical applications include smoothing circuits, DC-to-DC converters, input/output filters, piezoelectric and mechanical noise reduction, and improving flex performance in board flex application.


Price: ranges from US$.80 to US$5.00 depending on specifications and volume.

Availability: Now

For more information visit: http://www.kemet.com.