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Vishay Roederstein MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors User Manual and Specifications - DC Capacitor, MKP Type.

Summary

These high-performance Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors are engineered for robust DC filtering applications across various industrial systems. This technical manual provides comprehensive details on product capabilities, covering specific capacitance ranges (1 µF to 400 µF), diverse rated DC voltages (up to 1500 V), and detailed operational parameters like ESR, self-inductance, and long-term reliability testing. Ideal for electrical designers, power electronics engineers, and manufacturers requiring dependable, lead-free components in demanding high-power circuit designs.

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MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein

Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors

DC Capacitor MKP Type

FEATURES Lead (Pb)-free product Ro HS compliant product

RATED CAPACITANCE 1 µF to 400 µF

CAPACITANCE TOLERANCE ± 5 %

DC VOLTAGE RATING

85 °C 450 V 700 V 900 V 1100 V 1200 V Ø dt P1 ± 0.4 - PCM 27.5 mm 70 °C 500 V 800 V 1100 V 1350 V 1500 V

P1 ± 0.5 - PCM ≥ 37.5 mm

INSULATION RESISTANCE RC between leads, after 1 min > 10 000 s For UNdc ≤ 500 V measuring voltage 100 V

Marking

For UNdc > 500 V measuring voltage 500 V

SELF INDUCTANCE (Ls) < 1 n H per mm of lead spacing

Ø dt 6 - 2

TEST VOLTAGE BETWEEN TERMINALS

P1 ± 0.5 P2 ± 0.5 1.5 UNdc for 10 s

Dimensions in millimeters Ø dt ± 10 % of standard diameter specified CLIMATIC TESTING CLASS

APPLICATIONS

MAXIMUM APPLICATION TEMPERATURE

High performance DC filtering applications

REFERENCE STANDARDS

MAXIMUM OPERATING TEMPERATURE (CASE)

IEC 61071

IEC 60068

LIFETIME EXPECTANCY

MARKING

C-value; tolerance; rated voltage; code for dielectric Operation life time > 100 000 h material; code for manufacturing origin; manufacturer’s type FIT: < 10 x 10-9/h (10 per 109 component h) at 0.5 x UNdc; designation; manufacturer’s logo; year and week of 40 °C

manufacture

DETAIL SPECIFICATION DIELECTRIC For more detailed data and test requirements, contact: Polypropylene film [email protected]

ELECTRODES Metallized dielectric capacitor

CONSTRUCTION Mono construction

ENCAPSULATION Plastic case, sealed with resin Flame retardant

TERMINALS Tinned wires

Document Number: 28164 For technical questions, contact: [email protected] www.vishay.com Revision: 02-Feb-09

Page Summary Contents For Vishay Roederstein MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors User Manual and Specifications - DC Capacitor, MKP Type.

Page 1 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type FEATURES Lead (Pb)-free product Ro HS compliant product RATED CAPACITANCE 1 µF to 400 µF CAPACITANCE ...
Page 2 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type COMPOSITION OF CATALOG NUMBER MULTIPLIER CAPACITANCE (numerically) Example: P1 PITCH (mm) CODE SPECIA...
Page 3 MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors Vishay Roederstein DC Capacitor MKP Type tan δ tan δ CAP. DIMENSIONS IRMS ESR P2 Ø dt d V/dt IPEAK 1 k Hz 10 k Hz MASS SPQ (mm) (4) P1 (A) (2)...
Page 4 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type tan δ tan δ CAP. DIMENSIONS IRMS ESR P2 Ø dt d V/dt IPEAK 1 k Hz 10 k Hz MASS SPQ (mm) (4) P1 (A) (2)...
Page 5 MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors Vishay Roederstein DC Capacitor MKP Type SPECIFIC REFERENCE DATA 1100 Vdc UNdc = 1100 V, UNdc70 °C = 1350 V, UNdc105 °C = 800 V tan δ tan δ CA...
Page 6 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type tan δ tan δ CAP. DIMENSIONS ESR P1 P2 Ø dt d V/dt IPEAK IRMS (A) 1 k Hz 10 k Hz MASS SPQ (mm) (4) (mΩ...
Page 7 MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors Vishay Roederstein DC Capacitor MKP Type /U /C op dc dc CHARACTERISTICS Capacitance (typical curve) Insulation resistance (typical curve) - 6 ...
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Page 9 MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors Vishay Roederstein ea to ea rip pl vo lta ge pp ) ( ea to ea rip pl vo lta ge pp ) ( DC Capacitor MKP Type MAXIMUM PEAK TO PEAK RIPPLE VOLTAGE...
Page 10 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type HEAT CONDUCTIVITY AND HOT SPOT TEMPERATURE HEAT CONDUCTIVITY (m W/°C) Wmax. (mm) PITCH 27.5 mm PITCH ...
Page 11 MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors Vishay Roederstein DC Capacitor MKP Type ol ta ge APPLICATION NOTE AND LIMITING CONDITIONS These capacitors are not suitable for mains applica...
Page 12 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS General Notes: Sub-clause numbers of tests and performance requirements refer...
Page 13 MKP 1848 DC-Link Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors Vishay Roederstein DC Capacitor MKP Type SUB-CLAUSE NUMBER AND TEST CONDITIONS PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 5.5.3.1 Initial measurements Capacitan...
Page 14 MKP 1848 DC-Link Vishay Roederstein Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitors DC Capacitor MKP Type SUB-CLAUSE NUMBER AND TEST CONDITIONS PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 5.12 Resonance frequency Impedance ana...
Page 15 Legal Disclaimer Notice Vishay Disclaimer All product specifications and data are subject to change without notice. Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., its affiliates, agents, and employees, and all persons...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of applications are these capacitors best suited for?

They are designed for high performance DC filtering applications.

Are these capacitors environmentally compliant regarding lead usage?

Yes, the product is Lead (Pb)-free and RoHS compliant.

How can I check the required capacitance value using the catalog number system?

The 'MULTIPLIER' component of the catalog number indicates the desired unit capacitance in nF.

What general test voltage should be used for testing between terminals?

The recommended voltage test is 1.5 times U at temperature T, lasting for 10 seconds.