Panasonic Industry’s ECWFJ series combines robustness reliability and high humidity resistance
Panasonic Industry Europe has introduced its new ECWFJ series of metallized polypropylene film capacitors, engineered to support cost-effective designs while maintaining a high level of safety and long-term reliability. This series is specifically developed for engineers working in industrial and automotive power electronics.
The ECWFJ series is distinguished by its robustness, reliability, high humidity resistance, and design flexibility. It is qualified to AEC-Q200 standards, ensuring dependable performance even under demanding environmental conditions. These capacitors offer a cost-efficient solution, making them well-suited for a broad range of applications requiring consistent electrical performance and durability.
Specifications
| Product | Function | Voltage Range | Capacitance Range | Operating Temperature | Humidity Resistance | Safety Rating | Key Technology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECWFJ series | Metallized polypropylene film capacitor | 600V to 1,100V DC | 1µF to 12µF | -40°C to +110°C (1,000V variant up to 105°C) | 40°C, 95% RH for up to 1,000 hours | AEC-Q200 qualified, UL compliant, RoHS compliant | Proprietary patterned metallization with integrated fuse mechanism |
Key Features
- Robustness and reliability for demanding environments.
- High humidity resistance, maintaining stable operation at 40°C and 95% relative humidity for up to 1,000 hours.
- Design flexibility for various applications.
- Cost-efficient solution for power electronics designs.
- Qualified to AEC-Q200 standards for automotive applications.
- Voltage ratings from 600V up to 1,100V DC.
- Capacitance values ranging from 1µF up to 12µF.
- Operates across a temperature range from -40°C up to +110°C (1,000V variant rated up to 105°C).
- Withstands thermal shock from -55°C up to 85°C over 1,000 cycles.
- Tolerates maximum ambient temperatures of up to 125°C for limited durations.
- Features Panasonic’s proprietary patterned metallization with an integrated fuse mechanism for stable capacitance and enhanced system reliability.
- Equipped with a flame-retardant plastic enclosure and non-conductive resin for regulatory compliance.
- Fully compliant with RoHS requirements.
Applications
- Industrial power electronics.
- Automotive power electronics.
- Electric mobility systems, including DC/DC converters, on-board chargers, and e-compressors.
- Solar inverters.
- EV charging infrastructure.
- Industrial power supplies.
- LED lighting.
- Smart meters.
- Embedded power systems.
Availability
Panasonic Industry’s new ECWFJ series of cost-effective metallized polypropylene film capacitors is available for automotive and industrial applications, with the series offering AEC-Q200 qualification, high safety and reliable performance under demanding operating conditions. The ECWFJ series covers 630 VDC to 1100 VDC ratings and 1 µF to 8 µF capacitance, with a typical lead time of approximately 8 weeks.
