KYOCERA AVX, a global leader in advanced electronic components, has introduced the new KGP Series stacked capacitors, designed for high-frequency applications in demanding environments such as industrial systems and downhole oil and gas operations.
These commercial-grade multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) offer greater capacitance in a compact footprint, aligning with ongoing trends in device miniaturization. Built without lead or cadmium, they also support environmental sustainability and simplify compliance with industry standards. Featuring low ESR and ESL, the KGP Series helps reduce electrical noise and enhance overall performance. Additionally, integrated metal lead frames help absorb thermal and mechanical stress, providing excellent stability and long-term durability.
KGP Series stacked MLCCs are currently available in five EIA case sizes (1210, 1812, 1825, 2220, and 2225) with two stack sizes, maximum thicknesses spanning 3.40mm to 6.95mm, and “J” or “L” leads. They are also available in three dielectrics (C0G, X7R, and X7T). The series is rated for operating voltages spanning 50V to 1,500V, capacitance values ranging from 10nF to 47µF ±10% or 20% capacitance tolerance, and operating temperatures extending from -55°C to +125°C.
Ideal applications for the series extend throughout the industrial, alternative energy, and downhole oil and gas industries and include power supplies, DC/DC converters, control circuits, high voltage coupling, and DC blocking.
“The new KGP Series stacked MLCCs further expand our proven portfolio of capacitor solutions optimized for growing markets with challenging performance requirements, including the power supply and downhole drilling markets,” said Zack Kozawa, Director of MLCC Product Marketing at KYOCERA AVX. “They also support the miniaturization and sustainability megatrends affecting these and other market segments.”
KGP Series stacked MLCCs with C0G and X7R dielectrics are available in all five EIA case sizes with the full range of rated voltage values and capacitance values up to 220nF and 47µF, respectively. Those with X7T dielectrics are available in three EIA case sizes (1210, 1812, and 2220) with three rated voltages (250V, 450V, and 630V) and capacitance values up to 4.7μF.
All parts are thoroughly tested for visual characteristics, capacitance values, dissipation factor, temperature coefficient, insulation resistance, dielectric strength, temperature cycling, steady state and load humidity, high temperature load, termination strength, bending, vibration resistance, and soldering heat resistance to ensure peak performance in a wide range of challenging high-frequency applications. They are also RoHS compliant and packaged on tape and reel in quantities of 500–1,500 for automated placement.
