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FILFIM Series
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FILFIM Series
In 1979, TPC (formerly LCC, then THOMSON-CSF PASSIVE
COMPONENTS) developed the CONTROLLED SELF-HEALING
technology for high power capacitors.
In 1988, TPC further evolved the CONTROLLED SELF-HEALING
technology for use in impregnated DC filtering capacitor (TRAFIM
series). This product range has been a great success with several
companies buying the TRAFIM license.
These capacitors made great advances over previous technologies
by combining the benefits of the Controlled Self-Healing process
and superior energy densities due to impregnation, making it one of
the most compact capacitors on the market for 1/2 CV2.
Today, TPC produces impregnated capacitors for high voltage
filtering, on the voltage range from 6kV to 32kV, using the same
technology as used in the TRAFIM series: “FIM technology”.
In the past, such filtering capacitors used foil electrodes. Any defect or
weak point in the film could provoke the catastrophic failure of the
capacitor involving a short-circuit with risk of explosion.
Now with the CONTROLLED SELF-HEALING, the capacitance is
divided into several millions elementary capacitances protected by
“fuse gates”. Weak points of the dielectric are insulated and the
capacitor continues functioning normally without any short circuit or
explosion.
The capacitor acts like a battery while working, it “consumes” a
certain amount of the capacitance through the gradual breakdown
of the individual capacitance “cells”. Over the life of the capacitor,
the capacitance gradually decreases. At the end of the capacitor’s
life, the nominal capacitance will decrease down to 2%.
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FILFIM Controlled Self-Healing Technology
The FILFIM technology is based on the controlled self-
healing properties of the segmented metallized film. The
capacitance is divided into several million elementary capac-
itance cells protected by “fuse gates”.
The combined effect of metallization resistivity and segmen-
tation design induces two sensitivities of fuse effect. This can
be schematized (equivalent circuit) in the figure below.
• Small weak point leading to low self-healing energy then
few mm2are insulated. • Greater defect requiring higher self-healing energy. In that
case an elementary cell is insulated.
below is an example of a simple regeneration and an example of a cell insulation
The capacitor acts like a battery. While working, it consumes
a certain amount of the capacitance through the gradual
breakdown of the individual capacitance “cells”.
At the end of the capacitor life, the decrease of the initial
capacitance reaches 2%.
CONTROLLED SELF-HEALING TECHNOLOGY
DC FILTERING
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FILFIM capacitors are segmented metallized film capacitors impregnated with vegetable oil.
The FIM technology name stands for:
Film polypropylene
Impregnant rapeseed oil
Metallization aluminum
APPLICATIONS
High DC voltage filtering:
Active compensating –
(FACTS, STATCOM, SVC, UPFC...)
HVDC
High power DC supply
Substation
PACKAGING
Rectangular stainless steel case. Two termi-
nals with connection specially designed for
customers applications. Normally, grounding
is via nuts located on the top of the case. On
option one terminal and case connection.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Capacitance range Cn8.2µF to 475µF
Tolerance on Cn±10%
(for ±5% see specific requirements)
DC voltage range 5.9 kVdc to 31.7 kVdc
Standard reference Conforms with IEC 1071
High Power Film Capacitors
FILFIM General Description
DC FILTERING
The catalog shows a standard product range. If your requirement is different from the values shown here, either mechanically or electri-
cally, our technical department is at your disposal to design a capacitor specifically suited to your particular specification. On page 39,
a guide can help you make your request. Please send it to your local AVX representative.
PART NUMBER / HOW TO ORDER
DLIFMA2MJ3485
Cross Section and Option
A 185 x 350 2 terminals
B 185 x 515 2 terminals
C 185 x 350 1 terminal + case
D 185 x 515 1 terminal + case
Terminal
Type(1)
1-2
(see drawings
on page 35)
Capacitance
EIA Code (2)
Fixing
M = brackets
Voltage
A 5920
B 6640
C 7920
D 8890
E 9680
F 10,600
G11,800
H13,300
I 15,800
J 17,800
K19,400
L 21,100
M17,760
N19,900
O23,800
P26,700
Q29,000
R31,700
(1) Terminal 1 used from voltage A - 1
Terminal 2 used from voltage J - R
(2) The first three digits are the capacitance and the last digit is the number of 0 to add to obtain the value of the capacitance in pF.
For example a 29.4 µF is coded as 2945 and a 41 µF is coded as 0416.
MARKING
The color of the case is gray with the following information on the label usually located 50mm from top of the case and
centered on the length:
Logo
Part number
Capacitance and tolerance in clear
Rated voltage in clear
Test voltage between terminals and case
Batch and serial number
Date of manufacture
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DC Filtering Definitions (According to IEC 1071-1)
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Capacitance CnNominal value of the capacitance.
Working current Irms r.m.s. value current for continuous operation.
Maximum current Imax Maximum r.m.s. current for continuous operation.
DC voltage Continuous voltage value.
Rated DC voltage VnMaximum operating peak voltage of either polarity
(non-reversing type waveform), for which the capacitor has been
designed for continuous operation.
Working voltage VwValue of the maximum operating recurrent voltage for a given hot spot
temperature and expected lifetime.
Ripple voltage VrPeak-to-peak alternating component of the unidirectional voltage.
Working frequency f Ripple voltage frequency.
Equivalent series resistance RsAn effective resistance which, if connected in series with an ideal
capacitor of capacitance value equal to that of the capacitor in
question, would have a power loss equal to active power dissipated
in that capacitor under specified operating conditions.
Stray inductance LsCapacitor serial self-inductance.
Tangent of loss angle tan δRatio between the equivalent series resistance and the capacitive
reactance of a capacitor at a specified sinusoidal alternating
voltage and frequency.
Insulation voltage VIr.m.s. rated value of the insulation voltage of capacitive elements and
terminals to case.
THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS
Cooling air temperature θamb (°C) Temperature of the cooling air measured at the hottest position
in the bank, under steady-state conditions, midway between two
units. If only one is involved, it is the temperature measured at a point
approximately 0.1 µ away from the capacitor container and two-thirds
of the height from its base.
Hot spot temperature θHS (°C) Highest temperature obtained inside the case of the capacitor in
thermal equilibrium.
Operating temperature θ(°C) Temperature of the hottest point on the case of the capacitor in
thermal equilibrium.
Minimum operating temperature θmin (°C) Lowest temperature of the case at which the capacitor may
be energized.
Maximum operating temperature θmax (°C) Highest temperature of the case at which the capacitor
may operate.
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FILFIM Electrical Design
VNDETERMINATION
The choice is based upon the operating voltage Vw
Vw= DC voltage + ur/2
where Vr= 2 x Irms / (πf Cn)
According to the tables of values, you should find a capacitor
with required capacitance Cnand voltage Vn(provided
that Vn≥Vw) is recommended. Choosing Vn< Vwwill signif-
icantly decrease the expected lifetime (see the thermal
design chapter).
You must also verify that the maximum r.m.s. current for
continuous operation can be accepted by the capacitor:
Imax ≤120 A
EXAMPLE OF DETERMINATION
CHARACTERISTICS
Test voltage between terminals:
Vt= 1.5 Vnduring 10 s
Test voltage between shorted terminals and case (if
applicable):
Vt-case = 1.5 Vrms for 1 min.
Maximum permissible voltage:
These capacitors may be subjected to the following surge
voltages without any significant reduction in lifetime
expectancy.
Capacitance between terminals and case (if applicable):
Ct-case < 5 nF
Maximum inductance for standard products:
This inductance can be reduced upon request.
Time constant:
Time constants are established between 600 s < τ< 800 s
by internal paralleled resistors.
Repetitive surge Maximum duration
voltage per day
1.10 Vn 30% of on-load duration
1.15 Vn 30 min
1.20 Vn 5 min
1.30 Vn 1 min
1.50 Vn 100 ms
L
s
= 0.18 x H (mm) +280 (nH) for L = 350mm
L
s
= 0.27 x H (mm) +400 (nH) for L = 515mm
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C = 100 µF
DC voltage = 10,000 V
f = 100 Hz
Irms = 25 A
According to data:
Vr= 1125 V peak-to-peak
Vw= 10,000 + 1125/2
Vw= 10,560 V
Example:
Cn= 107 µF (page 6)
Vn= 10,600 V
L = 350mm
H = 470mm
7000
7500
8000
8500
9000
9500
10000
10500
11000
11500
12000
VN
Vdc
Vw
f = 100 Hz
1/f
Vr
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FILFIM Table of Values - DC Filtering
L x Wmm (inches) Base 350 (13.780) x 185 (7.283) Stainless Steel Case with type [1] terminals
Hmm (inches) 285 (11.220) 380 (14.961) 470 (18.504) 565 (22.224) 660 (25.984) 720 (28.346)
Weight (kg) 26 33 40 47 54 58.5
S (dm2)37 47 57 67 77 83
Vn(V) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF)
Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ)
5920 143 214 285 357 428 475
2.65 2.14 1.93 1.83 1.78 1.76
6640 112 169 225 281 337 375
2.9 2.3 2.05 1.93 1.87 1.84
7920 96.2 144 191 240 287 320
3.07 2.42 2.15 2.01 1.94 1.91
8890 76.2 114 152 190 229 253
3.36 2.62 2.26 2.11 2.04 2.01
9680 63.8 96.2 129 160 192 213
3.6 2.77 2.41 2.23 2.13 2.09
10,600 53.8 81.3 107 135 161 180
3.86 2.94 2.55 2.34 2.22 2.17
11,800 32.5 48.8 65.1 81.4 97.7 109
2.65 2.14 1.93 1.83 1.78 1.76
13,300 25.8 38.7 51.6 64.5 77.4 86
2.88 2.3 2.05 1.93 1.87 1.84
15,800 22 32.9 43.8 54.8 65.7 73
3.06 2.42 2.14 2.01 1.94 1.91
L x Wmm (inches) Base 515 (20.276) x 185 (7.283) Stainless Steel Case with type [2] terminals
Hmm (inches) 335 (13.189) 430 (16.929) 520 (20.472) 615 (24.213) 710 (27.953 770 (30.315)
Weight (kg) 44.5 55 65 75 85.5 92
S (dm2)56 70 82 96 109 117
Vn(V) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF)
Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ)
17,760 21.7 32.5 43.4 54.2 65.9 72.4
3.91 3.15 2.83 2.69 2.62 2.58
19,900 17.2 25.8 34.4 43 51.6 57.3
4.27 3.39 3.02 2.84 2.74 2.71
23,800 14.6 21.9 29.2 36.5 43.8 48.7
4.54 3.57 3.16 2.95 2.85 2.8
26,700 11.6 17.4 23.2 29 34.8 38.7
4.97 3.86 3.38 3.13 3 2.95
29,000 9.8 14.7 19.6 24.5 29.4 32.7
5.31 4.09 3.55 3.28 3.13 3.07
31,700 8.2 12.3 16.4 20.5 24.6 27.3
5.96 4.48 3.81 3.45 3.25 3.16
L x Wmm (inches) Base 350 (13.780) x 185 (7.283) Stainless Steel Case with type [2] terminals
Hmm (inches) 335 (13.189) 430 (16.929) 520 (20.472) 615 (24.213) 710 (27.953) 770 (30.315)
Weight (kg) 32 39 45.5 53 60 64.5
S (dm2)42 52 62 72 82 89
Vn(V) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF) C (µF)
Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ) Rs (mΩ)
17,800 17.4 26.1 34.8 43.5 52.2 58
3.51 2.77 2.45 2.28 2.2 2.16
19,400 14.7 22 29.4 36.7 44.1 49
3.74 2.92 2.56 2.39 2.29 2.24
21,100 12.3 18.5 24.6 30.7 36.9 41
3.21 3.1 2.7 2.5 2.38 2.33
Unless specified Imax = 120 A
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0.8
0.85
0.9
0.95
1
1.05
1.1
0 1020304050607080
θ(°C)
VW/VN
(Lifetime expectancy: 100 000 hours)
0.8
0.9
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1 10 100 1 000 10 000 100 000 1 000 000
Lifetime expectancy (hours)
VW/VN
(hot spot temperature of 70°C)
(hot spot temperature of 47.1°C)
ρmax
ρ
CURVE 1
Vw/Vnvs Hot spot temperature CURVE 2
Vw/Vnvs Lifetime expectancy
The highest Vw/Vnratio (= ρmax) for a lifetime of 100,000
hours can be derived from Curve 1.
ρmax =VWma /Vn= 1.06
so VWmax = 11,200 V (= 1.06 x 10,560)
(for θHS = 47.1°C and 100,000 hours)
According to Curve 2, theor etical lifetime at Vw= 10,560 V
and θHS = 47.1°C can be determined.
This gives a lifetime of 250,000 hours for this capacitor
under working conditions.
High Power Film Capacitors
FILFIM Thermal Design
HOT SPOT TEMPERATURE
Total losses are calculated as follow:
(VW)2×Cn
P = S ×H ×(θ-θamb) + __________
600
where
His the exchange coefficient.
Sis the exchange surface of case. See dm2 in table of
values.
A formula can be derived:
(θHS – θamb) (VW)2×Cn(Irms)2
P = S ×H ×___________ +_________ = ____ ×tgδ
2 600 Cnω
where tgδ= tgδ0+ RsCnω
tg δ0represents the dielectric losses of the polypropylene
+ rapeseed oil (tg δ0= 4 x 10-4)
for natural convection H = 0.125 W/dm2/°C
for forced air (velocity > 2m/s) H = 0.167 W/dm2/°C
So a formula giving the hot spot temperature is:
where Rs(Ω) given in the tables
S (dm2) given in the tables
Irms (A)
θ(°C)
Cn (F)
f (Hz)
VW(V)
THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS
Minimum working temperature:
θmin = -55°C
Maximum hot spot temperature:
See Curves 1, 2 and example below. The capacitors are
designed for a lifetime expectancy of 100,000 hours
under a hot spot temperature of 70°C.
Storage temperature:
Range = [-55°C to +85°C]
Normative measurement temperature:
The capacitance value is given at
θamb = 25 ± 10°C
EXAMPLE OF THERMAL DESIGN
DC FILTERING
Using the previous example:
Cn= 107µF f = 100 Hz
Vn= 10,600 V Irms = 25 A
Vw= 10,560 V
Introducing the cooling air temperature:
θamb = 40°C
In the tables you find the following constants:
S = 57 dm2
Rs = 2.55 mΩ
The hot spot temperature in this example is there-
fore:
θHS = 47.1°C
2tgδ0(VW)2×Cn
θHS = θamb +_____
[
Rs + _______ × (Irms)2+ _________
S ×H2∏fCn600
]
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FILFIM Characteristic Curves
CURVE 1
Vw/Vnvs Hot spot temperature
0.8
0.85
0.9
0.95
1
1.05
1.1
0 1020304050607080
θ(°C)
VW/VN
(Lifetime expectancy: 100 000 hours)
CURVE 2
Vw/Vnvs Lifetime expectancy
0.8
0.9
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1 10 100 1 000 10 000 100 000 1 000
Lifetime expectancy (hours)
VW/VN
(hot spot temperature of 70°C)
CURVE 3
Lifetime expectancy vs Hot spot temperature
CURVE 4
Tangent of loss angle vs frequency
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
10 100 1000
f(Hz)
tg δ(10-4)
(Typical Curve at 1V/ 25°C)
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CURVE 5
Tangent of loss angle vs temperature
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
0 1020304050607080
θ(°C)
tg δ(10-4)
(Typical Curve at 50Hz)
on Sheering Bridge
CURVE 6
C/C vs Hot spot temperature
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
1
2
3
4
-55 -35 -15 5 25 45 65 85
θ(°C)
∆C/C(%)
(typical curve at 1V /100 Hz)
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100
(3.937) L-200 (7.874)
±10 (0.394)
M10 (0.394)
deep 15 (0.591)
ø25 (0.984)
80
(3.150)
0.66 (0.026)
x H
H
30 (1.181)
30 (1.181)
30 (1.181)
30
(1.181)
18 (0.709)
13
(0.512)
100
(3.937) 185
(7.283)
L
L + 45 (1.772)
L + 90 (3.543)
100
(3.937) L-200 (7.874)
±10 (0.394)
M10 (0.394)
deep 15 (0.591)
ø25 (0.984)
80
(3.150)
80
(3.150)
0.66 (0.026)
x H
H
30 (1.181)
30 (1.181)
30 (1.181)
30 (1.181)
18 (0.709)
13
(0.512)
100
(3.937) 185
(7.283)
L
L + 45 (1.772)
L + 90 (3.543)
M12
(0.472)
35
(1.378)
FIGURE 2
Standard design Case connection option
High Power Film Capacitors
FILFIM Mechanical Design
DIMENSIONS
Dimensions are indicated in the value tables as well as the
weight for standard products.
Dimensional tolerances are:
H ± 3mm, W ± 3mm
Initially, the large faces of the capacitor may be slightly
convex. At the delivery the maximum width is:
W’max = W +20mm
Standard material is stainless steel.
TERMINALS AND CONNECTIONS
Figure 1 shows drawings of the terminals offered.
The terminals type 1 is used on the range from 6-16 kV, the
type 2 from 16-32 kV.
Standard connection is via 2 terminals (see Figure 2).
It is possible to have a connection on the case as an option
with only one terminal.
MOUNTING
Vertical mounting is the preferred, and horizontal is
acceptable. Please contact AVX for up-side down mounting
configurations.
In order to enable air convection, it is necessary to maintain at
least 40mm between the large faces of adjacent capacitors.
BRACKETS
The capacitors are equipped with mounting brackets. They
are shown on Figure 2.
CASE CONNECTION OPTION
If only one terminal is preferred, one connection can be on
the case via 2 threaded screws which must be connected
externally.
Weight will be decr eased by approximately 0.5 kg for type [1]
equipped capacitors and by 1 kg for type [2].
M16 (0.630)
45
(1.772)
240
(9.449)
M16 (0.630)
45
(1.772)
140
(5.512)
STANDARD TERMINALS
FIGURE 1
Type [2]
Type [1]
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Creepage distance 440mm
Air distance 191mm
Applicable for Vn > 16 kV
Creepage distance 195mm
Air distance 93mm
Applicable for Vn ≤16 kV
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FILFIM Reliability
(θHS +273)15
[
2.087 _________
]
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Qualification Qualification
factor πQ
Product qualified on IEC 1071 1
and internal qualification
Product qualified on IEC 1071 2
Product answering on another norm 5
Product without qualification 15
Environment Environment
factor πE
On ground (good conditions) 1
On ground (fixed materials) 2
On ground (on board) 4
On ship 9
On plane 15
Environment Environment
factor πΒ
Favorable 1
Unfavorable 5
DC FILTERING
To request custom designs, please r efer to worksheet on page 39.
Here is an example of failure rate determination of a fixed
capacitor (2) in favorable conditions (1) in accordance to
IEC 1071 (2).
for Vw= 0.95× Vn(200,000 hours of lifetime expectancy)
θHS = 70°C
λ= = λΒ × 2 × 2 × 1
λ= 10-7 failures/hour
M.T.B.F. = 10,000,000 hours
Based on 10 years of tests results, the following relationship
has been established.
The failure rate λΒdepends on the hot spot temperature θHS
and the charge ratio ρ:
ρ = Vw/Vn
in failures/hour
GENERAL FAILURE RATE
λ= λΒ× πQ× πΒ× πE failures/hour
Where πQ πΒ and πE are factors found in the following tables.
MEAN TIME BETWEEN FAILURE (MTBF)
M.T.B.F. = 1/λhours
SURVIVAL FUNCTION
N = No. exp(-λt)
N is the number of pieces still working after t hours, No is the
number of pieces at the origin (t=0).
EXAMPLE
λΒ= 104.425 (ρ - 1) ×e×10-9
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FILFIM Caution Features
HANDLING
When unpacking, it is important that no mechanical shocks
occur that might deform the cans and damage the output
connection.
The capacitors include, unless otherwise specified, one or
several gripping elements (mass screws, jack rings or other
hoisting devices); they should be exclusively handled by
means of these elements.
In no case should the electrical output terminals be
used to lift the capacitor.
The grounding wire should be kept in place until the
capacitor is mounted.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
To check for the absence of excessive mechanical
stresses.
The mechanical stresses in assembly should remain com-
patible with the characteristics of the capacitor.
The method of mounting should not lead to the deformation
of the capacitor case.
Tightening torques are given below:
Output through threaded connections:
max = 25 N-m
Output on flats:
Tightening of the nut is realized by blocking the screw
head to avoid wrench on the terminal head.
Mechanical mounting
Considering the manufacturing tolerances for the cans
and the frames on which they are mounted, avoid:
4 anchoring points (or more) in the same plane.
2 or several separate parallel anchoring planes.
Whenever possible, priority should be given to anchoring by
flanging or binding with a damping element placed in
between.
Connections
They should not induce any force on the output terminals.
Flexible connections should be used (braided or thin metal).
The cross section should not be less than:
S = 0.2 x Imax where S (mm2) and Imax (A)
The skin effect which occurs at high frequencies, must also
be taken into account.
SAFETY
As stated, the TRAFIM technology is based on the controlled
self-healing property of the segmented film. This unique tech-
nology provides excellent safety: there is no risk of explosion
in case of defect throughout the life of the capacitor. This
explains why there is no need to equip these capacitors with
pressure switch.
Rapeseed oil is not explosive or flammable at normal condi-
tions, therefore capacitors can be transported without being
subjected to safety rules.
Rapeseed oil flash point is about 317°C and the polypropy-
lene flash point is near 300°C, so the melting certifies a tem-
perature of security above 300°C.
In case of fire above this temperature, it is recommended to
use dust or CO2. The use of water is contra-indicated. The
possible rejected products during fire are CO2, H2O, CO (in
case of non-complete combustion), hydrocarbons and some
others gazes. Carrying mask is required for protection.
CALORIFIC VALUE
We have established a simplified formula that gives the
calorific value of a standard FILFIM capacitor:
CV (MJ) = 0.0137W(mm) x H(mm) -0.0044 H(mm) +
0.2718 W(mm) + 15.46 + 6.2 x N x T
Where H is height and W is width, N is the number of terminal
(2 if normal, 1 in case of option) and T is code of terminal type.
EXAMPLE
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For a standard capacitor (N = 2) of 107 µF / 10,600 V:
W = 185mm
H = 470mm
L = 350mm
then CV = 1280 MJ
as weight = 40 kg
then the calorific value per weight is
cv = 32 MJ/kg
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FILFIM Environment Protection
OIL
The only impregnant used in FILFIM capacitors is rapeseed oil (otherwise known as Canola oil) and then is fully environmentally
compatible. It does not emit toxic or carcinogenic gases, nor is it harmful to soil, water or humans in the event of accidental
spillages. As a natural product derived from foodstuff, it is even edible.
Of all the vegetable oils, rapeseed oil has one of the best thermal stabilities and lowest acidity levels.
NON-TOXIC COMPOSITION
Our capacitors are free of:
Arsenic, Asbestos, Beryllium, Brominated flame retardants (PBB and PBDE), Cadmium, CFC, HCFC, Cobalt, Formaldehyde,
Halon, Isocyanatos, Mercury, Nickel PCB, PCT, Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH), Phtalates, PVC, PTFE and Thirams.
Lead is only found in soldering (for approximately 0.3% of the capacitor weight).
Free of SF6.
DESTROYING CAPACITORS
The destruction of the capacitors and leaking products are subject to the laws in force in each country.
In practice, today, please contact AVX for a list of companies who can take charge of the products to be destroyed.
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FILFIM – Guide for Customer’s Specific Requirements
Company _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Name ______________________________________________________Phone number ______________________________
Department ________________________________________________Fax number _________________________________
Address ____________________________________________________E-mail ______________________________________
Here is a guide to help you in making your request. Please inform the available characteristics and design specifications.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Capacitance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (C) ______ µF
Tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (%) ______ %
DC voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Vdc) ______ V
Ripple voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Vr) ______ V
Working frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . (f) ______ Hz
Working current. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Irms) ______ A
Maximum current . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Imax) ______ A
Maximum peak current . . . . . . . . . (Ipeak) ______ A
Maximum inductance. . . . . . . . . . . (Ls) ______ nH
Test voltage between shorted
terminals and case . . . . . . . . . . . . (Vt-case) ______ V
Test voltage between terminals . . . . (Vt) ______ V
Maximum surge voltages. . . . . . . . ______ V
(voltage Vs/duration t/times N) . . . . ___s__/year
THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS
Average temperature –——— °C
Operating temperature θmax/θmin ______/______ °C
Storage temperature θsmax/θsmin ______/______ °C
Natural convection
Forced air
DESCRIPTION
Required shape (rectangular or cylindrical case, mounted
unit, etc.)
Max/Min Dimensions
Cross Section:
_____mm x _____mm Height: _____mm
_____(in.) x _____(in.) Height: _____(in.)
Low inductance option yes no
Required terminals type
Number:________________ Type: _____________________
Operating position
vertical horizontal inclined __________
Environment ________________________________________
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Drawing
DC FILTERING
Other information and drawing (provide if possible the block diagram of the circuit):
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