Commercial Products

High Reliability Products

Application Specific

Capacitor Assemblies

Detonation & Pluse Energy Capacitors

High Temperature Products

Specialty Products

MLC 

Capacitors

Custom Designs

Radial Leaded capacitors

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Contents

Note:

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Novacap warrants that its product(s) will be free from defects in workmanship or materials at the time of delivery, subject to the provisions of  

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Intro

Products by Market

Page 1

Aer

ospace & A

vionics

Automotive

Medical

Military & Defense

Oil Exploration

Power Conversion

Tele/Datacom

The Company

Page 2

Technical  

Data

Technical Summary

Page 3

Dielectric Characteristics

Page 4 - 7

Capacitor Manufacturing Process

Page 8

MIL PRF-123 Periodic Testing

Page 9

Board Design Considerations

Page 10

FlexiCap™ Polymer Termination

Page 11

Chip Dimensions

Page 12

Capacitor Marking System

Page 13

Chip Taping Details

Page 14

Chip Ordering Information

Page 15

Commercial  

Products

Commercial Chip - C0G 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 16 - 17

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Commercial Chip - R3L 16Vdc to 5kVdc

Page 18 - 19

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Commercial Chip - X7R 16Vdc to 10kVdc

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Commercial Chip - BX

Page 22

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Commercial Chip - Z5U & Y5V

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Commercial Chip - BX & X7R RF series 

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Commercial Radial Lead - 50V to 5kV

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Commercial Radial Lead - 500V to 10kV

Page 25

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 Leaded Products Ordering Information

Page 26

High  

Reliability  

Products

High Reliability Testing

Page 27

High Reliability Chip - C0G 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 28 - 29

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High Reliability Chip - X7R 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 30 - 31

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High Reliability Radial Lead - 500Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 32

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DSCC Approved - Radial Lead

Page 33

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DSCC Approved - Capacitor Assemblies

Page 34

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Product Reliability Groups

Page 35

Lot Testing

Page 36

Lot Test Details

Page 37

High  

Temperature  

Products

High Temperature Applications Introduction

Page 38

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High Temperature Chip - 150ºC, 160ºC & 200ºC

Page 39

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High Temperature Radial Lead - Epoxy Coated

Page 40

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High Temperature Radial Lead - Encapsulated

Page 41

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Application  

Specific

Certified Safety Chip - X

2

, Y

3

 & X

1

, Y

2

Page 42 - 43

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High Capacitance Chip - X7R & X5R (BME)

Page 44 - 45

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Non Magnetic Chip - C0G & X7R

Page 46

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Thin Profile Chip 

Page 47

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Capacitor  

Assemblies

Capacitor Assemblies - ST & SM

Page 48 - 49

Capacitor Assemblies - C0G Commercial & High Reliability

Page 50 - 51

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Capacitor Assemblies - X7R Commercial & High Reliability

Page 52 - 53

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Capacitor Assemblies - ‘Cap-Rack’ Arrays

Page 54

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Specialty  

Products

Specialty Capacitors - Application Specific

Page 55

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Specialty Capacitors - Detonation & Pulse Energy Capacitors

Page 56 - 57

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Specialty Capacitors - Custom Designs

Page 58 - 59

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Products by Market

Intro

Products by Market

Page 1

Aer

ospace & A

vionics

Automotive

Medical

Military & Defense

Oil Exploration

Power Conversion

Tele/Datacom

The Company

Page 2

Technical  

Data

Technical Summary

Page 3

Dielectric Characteristics

Page 4 - 7

Capacitor Manufacturing Process

Page 8

MIL PRF-123 Periodic Testing

Page 9

Board Design Considerations

Page 10

FlexiCap™ Polymer Termination

Page 11

Chip Dimensions

Page 12

Capacitor Marking System

Page 13

Chip Taping Details

Page 14

Chip Ordering Information

Page 15

Commercial  

Products

Commercial Chip - C0G 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 16 - 17

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Commercial Chip - R3L 16Vdc to 5kVdc

Page 18 - 19

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Commercial Chip - X7R 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 20 - 21

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Commercial Chip - BX

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Commercial Chip - Z5U & Y5V

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Commercial Chip - BX & X7R RF series 

Page 23

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Commercial Radial Lead - 50V to 5kV

Page 24

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Commercial Radial Lead - 500V to 10kV

Page 25

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 Leaded Products Ordering Information

Page 26

High  

Reliability  

Products

High Reliability Testing

Page 27

High Reliability Chip - C0G 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 28 - 29

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High Reliability Chip - X7R 16Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 30 - 31

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High Reliability Radial Lead - 500Vdc to 10kVdc

Page 32

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DSCC Approved - Radial Lead

Page 33

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DSCC Approved - Capacitor Assemblies

Page 34

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Product Reliability Groups

Page 35

Lot Testing

Page 36

Lot Test Details

Page 37

High  

Temperature  

Products

High Temperature Applications Introduction

Page 38

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High Temperature Chip - 150ºC, 160ºC & 200ºC

Page 39

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High Temperature Radial Lead - Epoxy Coated

Page 40

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High Temperature Radial Lead - Encapsulated

Page 41

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Application  

Specific

Certified Safety Chip - X

2

, Y

3

 & X

1

, Y

2

Page 42 - 43

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High Capacitance Chip - X7R & X5R (BME)

Page 44 - 45

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Non Magnetic Chip - C0G & X7R

Page 46

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Thin Profile Chip 

Page 47

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Capacitor  

Assemblies

Capacitor Assemblies - ST & SM

Page 48 - 49

Capacitor Assemblies - C0G Commercial & High Reliability

Page 50 - 51

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Capacitor Assemblies - X7R Commercial & High Reliability

Page 52 - 53

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Capacitor Assemblies - ‘Cap-Rack’ Arrays

Page 54

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Specialty  

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Specialty Capacitors - Application Specific

Page 55

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Specialty Capacitors - Detonation & Pulse Energy Capacitors

Page 56 - 57

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Specialty Capacitors - Custom Designs

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The Company

We are flexible, quick, 
reliable and innovative!  
Call us with your 
particular requirements.

Novacap

 

manufactures surface 

mount and leaded Multilayer 
Ceramic Capacitors (MLC) as 
well as specialty assemblies for 
your circuit applications.  We are 
part of Knowles Capacitors, an 
operating company within Knowles 
Corporation.

  

Some of our offerings include:

l 

Full range of surface mount chip capacitors

l

 

High Reliability capacitors for use in Medical  

 

  Implantable Devices and Life Support Systems

l

 

High Temperature capacitors for harsh  

  environments such as Oil Exploration, Automotive  
  and Avionics Engine Compartment circuitry

l

 

Custom Capacitor Modules for ratings up to 20kV

l

 

Capacitor Arrays for highly efficient use of  

 

  board space 

l

 

Certified Safety (Y², Y³) and Ring Detect  

 

  Capacitors for Telecommunications

l

 

High Voltage capacitors, with ratings up to 10kV,  

  designed for Commercial and Military use in    
  Power Supply and Voltage Multiplier circuits

l

 

Pulsed Energy capacitors for Oil Exploration and  

  Detonation

l

 

Radial Leaded capacitors

l

 

Thin Profile capacitors for RFID and smart cards.

l

 

Stacked Capacitor Assemblies for input and  

 

  output filters in Switch Mode Power Supplies,    
  High Capacitance Discharge Circuitry and High   
  Temperature Filtering and Decoupling

Our standard sizes range from 

0402 to 7565, and we provide 

voltage ratings from 4V to 10kV.

Guaymas, Mexico.

  

Valencia, California

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MB

T

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T

Technical Summary

Palladium Silver

Palladium Silver

Solderable 

Palladium Silver

Nickel Barrier 

100% tin

Nickel Barrier 

90/10% tin/lead

Nickel Barrier 

Gold flash

FlexiCap™/Nickel Barrier

100% tin

FlexiCap™/Nickel Barrier 

90/10% tin/lead

Copper Barrier 

100% tin

Copper Barrier 

90/10% tin/lead

Solderable Silver

RoHS RoHS RoHS

RoHS RoHS

RoHS

RoHS

Dielectric

Code

P

PR

K

N

Y

NG

C

D

B

E

S

C0G/NP0

N/RN

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R3L

K

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X7R

B/RB

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X7R BME

BB

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X5R BME

BW

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BX

X

•

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Y5V

Y

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Z5U

Z

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C0G/NP0 (

Mag free

)

M

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X7R (

Mag free

)

C

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X8R

S

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C0G/NP0 (160ºC)

F

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C0G/NP0 (200ºC)

D

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Class II (160ºC)

G

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Class II (200ºC)

E

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Pulse Power

P

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R2D

R

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Technical Information 

Novacap provides application notes throughout this catalog 
as a guide to chip selection and attachment methods.  Refer 
to the Novacap Technical Brochure found at www.novacap.
com for more details.  This technical information includes 
the nature of capacitance, dielectric properties, electrical 
properties, classes of dielectrics, ferroelectric behavior, test 
standards, and high reliability test plans.  Please do not 
hesitate to contact the sales office for any product or technical 
assistance.

Capacitor Size

Size availability is based primarily on capacitance values and 
voltage rating.  Smaller units are generally less expensive.  
Because mass affects the thermal shock susceptibility of chip 
capacitors, size selection should consider the soldering method 
used to attach the chip to the board.  Sizes 1812 and smaller 
can be wave, vapor phase, or reflow soldered.  Larger units 
require reflow soldering.

Chip Selection

Multilayer capacitors (MLC) are categorized by dielectric 
performance with temperature.  The Temperature Coefficient 
of Capacitance describes the variance of capacitance value 
with temperature.  The choice of components is therefore 
largely determined by the temperature stability required of the 
device and the size necessary for the desired capacitance value 
and voltage rating.

Packaging

Units are available reeled, in waffle pack, or bulk packaged.  
Bar coded labels are standard for reeled and bulk packaging.

Dielectric 
Termination 
Combinations

Primary Dielectric Types

C0G/NP0:

 

Ultra stable Class I dielectric, with negligible dependence of 
capacitance on temperature, voltage, frequency, and time.  
Used in circuitry requiring very stable performance.

X7R:

 

Stable Class II dielectric, with predictable change in properties 
across a temperature range of -55°C to +125°C.  Used as 
blocking, decoupling, bypassing, and frequency discriminating 
elements.  This dielectric is ferroelectric and provides higher 
capacitance than Class I materials.

BX:

 

The military specification for ceramic chip capacitors (MIL-
PRF-55681) defines a mid-K stable dielectric designated as BX.  
The BX specification has voltage temperature limits in addition 
to temperature limits of capacitance.  The BX dielectric is 
limited to ±15% maximum change in capacitance between 
25°C and -55°C or +125°C and also has a voltage restriction 
of +15% / -25% maximum change in capacitance between 
25°C and -55°C or +125°C at rated voltage.

Z5U/Y5V:

 

General purpose Class III dielectrics with higher dielectric 
constant and greater variation of properties over temperature 
and voltage.  Very high capacitance per volume is attainable 
for general purpose applications where stability over a wide 
temperature range is not critical.

Termination Material

We recommend the following 
termination types:

Solder Attachment:

  

N

  Nickel Barrier, 100% matte  

tin plated - RoHS

C

   FlexiCap™ with Nickel 

Barrier, 100% tin plated - RoHS

Y

   Nickel Barrier, tin-lead plated 

D

   FlexiCap™ Nickel Barrier, 

tin-lead plated

B

   Copper Barrier 100% matte 

tin plated - RoHS

E

   Copper Barrier, tin-lead  

plated 

K

   Solderable Palladium Silver -  

RoHS 

(suitable for conductive epoxy attach)

S

   Solderable Silver - RoHS

Conductive Epoxy attachment:

P

   Palladium Silver 

PR

  Palladium Silver - RoHS

NG

 Nickel Barrier Gold Flash - 

RoHS 

(suitable for soldering attach) 

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C0G/NP0 (F) Ultra Stable High Temperature (up to 160ºC)

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 160°C

Temperature coefficient:

0 ±30 ppm/ºC

Dissipation factor:

0.1% max @ 25ºC

Insulation resistance

@25ºC: 

  @160ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>1G

W

 or >10

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C 
1MHz for Capacitance <100pF

Dielectric Characteristics

C0G/NP0 (N) Ultra Stable and RoHS 2013 (RN) type

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 125°C

Temperature coefficient:

0 ±30 ppm/ºC

Dissipation factor:

0.1% max @ 25ºC

Insulation resistance

@25ºC: 

  @125ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C 
1MHz for Capacitance <100pF

C0G/NP0 (D) Ultra Stable High Temperature (up to 200ºC)

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 200°C

Temp. coefficient <200ºC:

0 ±30 ppm/ºC

Dissipation factor @ 25ºC:

0.1% Max.

Insulation resistance

@25ºC:

@200ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>1G

W

 or >10

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric
withstanding 
voltage

<200V:

201-500V: 

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C 
1MHz for capacitance <100pF

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

50

25

0

-25

-50

-55

-25

0

25

 50

 75

 100

 125

D

C ppm

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE °C

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

C0G/NP0 (M) Ultra Stable Non Magnetic

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 125°C

Temperature coefficient:

0 ±30 ppm/ºC

Dissipation factor:

0.1% max @ 25ºC

Insulation resistance

@25ºC: 

  @125ºC:

>1000

W

F or >10000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>100

W

F or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C 
1MHz for Capacitance <100pF

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

50

25

0

-25

-50

-55

-25

0

25

 50

 75

 100

 125

D

C ppm

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE °C

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

-55

-25

0

25

50

 100

75

 125  150

 175  200

20

40

0

-20

-40

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

D

C ppm

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE °C

-55

-25

0

25

50

 100

75

 125

 150

20

40

0

-20

-40

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

D

C ppm

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE °C

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Y5V (Y) General Purpose

Operating temperature range:

-30°C to 85°C

Temperature coefficient:

+22% -82% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor        >25V rating:
                                  <25V rating:

5.0% max 
7.0% max

Insulation resistance @25%:

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding voltage            250V:

250%  
150%

Ageing rate:

4.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

R3L (K) Ultra Stable

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 125°C

Temperature coefficient:

-2200 ±500 ppm/ºC

Dissipation factor:

0.1% max @ 25ºC

Insulation resistance

      @25ºC: 
    @125ºC:

>1000

W

F or >10000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>100

W

F or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C 
1MHz for Capacitance <100pF

R2D (R) Pulse Energy

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 200°C

Temperature coefficient:

-2200 ±500 ppm/ºC

Dissipation factor:

0.1% max @ 25ºC

Insulation resistance

      @25ºC: 
    @200ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

>1G

W

 or >10

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric withstanding voltage:                              

                                    

120% 

Ageing rate:

0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C 

Dielectric Characteristics

Z5U (Z) General Purpose

Operating temperature range:

+10°C to 85°C

Temperature coefficient:

+22% -56% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor:

4.0% max @ 25ºC

Insulation resistance @25%

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                             <200V:
withstanding voltage            250V:

250%  
150%

Ageing rate:

4.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 0.5 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

-55

-35

-15

5

25

45

 65

 105

85

 125

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

20
15
10

5
0

-5

-10
-15
-20

%

D

C

TEMPERATURE °C

%CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

-30

0

30

60

90

100

50

0

-50

-100

%

D

C

TEMPERATURE °C

%CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

-15

15

45

75

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

50

25

-25

0

-50

-55

-25

0

25

 50

 75

 100

 125

TEMPERATURE °C 

%

D

C

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

50

25

0

-25

-50

-55

-25

0

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

200

TEMPERATURE °C

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

%

∆

C

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

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Dielectric Characteristics

X7R (B) Stable and RoHS 2013 (RB) type

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 125°C

Temperature coefficient :

±15% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor        >25V rating:
                                  <25V rating:

2.5% max  
3.5% max 

Insulation resistance:         @25ºC: 

      @125ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

<2.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

-55

-35

-15

5

25

45

 65

 105

85

 125

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

20
15
10

5
0

-5

-10
-15
-20

%

D

C

TEMPERATURE °C

%CAPACITANCE C

HANGE 

X8R (S) Stable

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 150°C

Temp. coefficient <150ºC:

±15% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor

>25V rating: 

 <25V rating:

2.5% max  
3.5% max

Insulation 
resistance

@25ºC: 

@150ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric
withstanding 
voltage

<200V:

201-500V:

>500V:

 250%  
 150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

 120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

<2.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

TEMPERATURE °C

-55

-25

0

25

50

 100

75

 125

 150

20

40

0

-20

-40

%

D

C

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

X7R (C) Stable Non Magnetic

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 125°C

Temperature coefficient:

±15% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor        >25V rating:
                                  <25V rating:

2.5% max  
3.5% max 

Insulation resistance:         @25ºC: 

      @125ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

<2.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

-55

-35

-15

5

25

45

 65

 105

85

 125

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

20
15
10

5
0

-5

-10
-15
-20

%

D

C

TEMPERATURE °C

%CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

BX (X) Stable

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 125°C

Temperature coefficient:
Temp-voltage coefficient:

±15% 

D

C Max.

+15% -25% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor        >25V rating:
                                  <25V rating:

2.5% max  
3.5% max 

Insulation resistance:         @25ºC: 

      @125ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>10G

W

 or >100

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                            <200V:
withstanding                 201-500V: 
voltage

                                    

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

<2.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

-55

-35

-15

5

25

45

 65

 105

85

 125

TYPICAL

UPPER LIMIT

LOWER LIMIT

20
15
10

5
0

-5

-10
-15
-20

%

D

C

TEMPERATURE °C

%CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

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Dielectric Characteristics

Class II (E) Stable High Temperature (up to 200ºC)

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 200°C

Temperature coefficient up to 200ºC:

+15 -65% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor @ 25ºC:

2.5% Max.

Insulation resistance              @25ºC: 

           @200ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>1G

W

 or >10

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                                 <200V:
withstanding                      201-500V: 
voltage

                                          

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

< 2.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

-55

-25

0

25

50

 100

75

 125  150

 175  200

15

0

-15

-30

-60

-75

-45

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

%

 D

C

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE °C

X5R (W) Stable

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 85°C

Temperature coefficient up to 200ºC:

±15% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor @ 25ºC:

5% Max.

Insulation resistance @25%:

>10G

W

 or >500

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric withstanding voltage:    

250%

Ageing rate:

< 5.0% per decade

Test parameters:
Except: 22µF, 47µF & 100µF

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C
120KHz, 0.5 ±0.1 VRMS, 25°C

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

-55

-15

5

45

85

10

0

-10

-20

-30

%

 D

C

TEMPERATURE °C

%CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

65

25

-35

Class II (G) Stable High Temperature (up to 160ºC)

Operating temperature range:

-55°C to 160°C

Temperature coefficient up to 160ºC:

+15 -40% 

D

C Max.

Dissipation factor @ 25ºC:

2.5% Max.

Insulation resistance              @25ºC: 

           @160ºC:

>100G

W

 or >1000

W

F 

whichever is less

 

>1G

W

 or >10

W

F 

whichever is less

Dielectric                                 <200V:
withstanding                      201-500V: 
voltage

                                          

>500V:

250%  
150% or 500V 

whichever is greater

120% or 750V 

whichever is greater

Ageing rate:

< 2.0% per decade

Test parameters:

1KHz, 1.0 ±0.2 VRMS, 25°C

15

0

-15

-30

-60

-75

-45

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT

%

 D

C

% CAPACITANCE CHANGE 

TEMPERATURE °C

-55

-25

0

25

50

 100

75

 125

 150

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Raw 

material

inspection

Ceramic

slip

manufacture

Ceramic

tape

manufacture

Cutting

Pressing

Electrode 

print &

multilayer

build up

Burn out

Firing

Initial

electrical

inspection

Plating

Termination

Tumbling

Testing & 

inspection 

of chip

Application 

Hi-Rel

screening

QA

inspection

Process flow diagram for Novacap ceramic chip capacitors

RoHS compliance

Novacap routinely monitors world wide material restrictions 
(e.g. EU / China and Korea RoHS mandates) and is actively 
involved in monitoring future legislation.
In an effort to meet the RoHS directives and its Recast aimed 
at reducing hazardous substances (Restriction of Hazardous 
Substances (RoHS) directive 2012/65/EU), Novacap has 
introduced new RoHS Lead-Free compliant lines.  The new 
dielectric codes for these are “RN” for C0G/NP0 and “RB” 
for X7R. This is not a transition from the current product. The 
current product lines with dielectric codes “N” and “B” will 
not be phased out and can still be purchased. Please refer to 
our web site for further details.
Breakdown of material content, SGS analysis reports and tin 
whisker test results are available on request.  
Most Novacap MLCC components are available with non 
RoHS compliant tin lead (SnPb) solderable termination finish 
by special request for exempt applications and where pure tin 
is not acceptable. Other tin free termination finishes may also 
be available – please refer to Novacap for further details.
Radial components have tin (Sn) plated leads as standard, but  
Sn/Pb leads are available as a special option. Please refer to the 
radial section of the catalog for further details.

REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and 
restriction of Chemicals) statement

The main purpose of REACH is to improve the protection of 
human health and the environment from the risks arising from 
the use of chemicals.
Novacap maintains both ISO14001, Environmental 
Management System and OHSAS 18001 Health and Safety 
Management System approvals that require and ensure 
compliance with corresponding legislation such as REACH.
For further information, please contact the sales office.

Novacap’s “Green” Policy

It is Novacap policy to comply with the global environmental 
directives pertaining to the use of hazardous materials in 
manufacturing and to that end can supply products meeting 
RoHS standards – details can be found throughout this 
catalog.

Capacitor Manufacturing Process

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MIL-PRF-123 Periodic Lot Testing

Test Name

Test Method

Details 

Sample Size

Rejects Allowed

Electrical Characteristics

Capacitance/Dissipation Factor

MIL-STD-202 M305

1Vrms, 1kHz   

325

0

Insulation Resistance 

MIL-STD-202 M302

Rated Voltage 

1000 M

W

 - µF min

325

0

Dielectric Withstanding Voltage

MIL-STD-202 M301

2.5x Rated Vdc min

325

0

Group A - Subgroup 1

Thermal Shock

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.6.1 

MIL-STD-202 M107

20 cycles -55ºC to +125ºC

325

5% PDA (16 pcs) 

and  

< 0.2% (0 pcs)  

in last 48 hrs

Voltage Conditioning

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.6.2 

 2x Rated Vdc, 125ºC,  

168-264 Hours

Group A - Subgroup 2

“Visual and mechanical 
inspection; material, 
physical dimensions, design, 
construction, marking and 
workmanship”.

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.3

Parts must pass criteria

20

0

Group A - Subgroup 3

Destructive Physical Analysis

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.11

Parts must pass criteria

10

0

Group B - Subgroup 1

Thermal Shock

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.6.1 

MIL-STD-202 M107

100 cycles -55ºC to +125ºC

200

Report

Life Test

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.19 
MIL-STD-202 M108

2xVdc, 125ºC, 1000 Hours

Group B - Subgroup 2

Humidity, Steady State Low 
Voltage

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.16.1 

MIL-STD-202 M103

85% RH, 85ºC, 240 Hrs, 1.3V

12

0

Group B - Subgroup 3

Voltage - Temperature Limits

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.15

-55ºC -25ºC -125ºC  

1Vrms ±15%(X7R), ±30ppm (C0G)

12

1

Moisture Resistance

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.16.2 

MIL-STD-202 M106

20 cycles 25V 1st 10 cycles

Group C - Subgroup 2 Chip Devices

Terminal Strength

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.12.2 

MIL-STD-202 M211

Pull test, nail leads, x-x kg

6

1

Solderability

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.13.2 

MIL-STD-202 M208   

J-STD 002C

8 Hr Steam Age,  

SAC305 at 255ºC, 5 seconds,  

95% coverage 

6

Resistance To Soldering Heat

MIL-PRF-123 4.6.14.2 

MIL-STD-202 M210

60/40 Tin/Lead at 230ºC,  

2 five second dips

6

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Board Design Considerations

Bonding of capacitors to substrates can be categorized into 
two methods, those involving solder, which are prevalent, 
and those using other materials, such as epoxies and thermo-
compression or ultrasonic bonding with wire.
The amount of solder applied to the chip capacitor will 
influence the reliability of the device. Excessive solder can 
create thermal and tensile stresses on the component which 
could lead to fracturing of the chip or the solder joint itself. 
Insufficient or uneven solder application can result in weak 
bonds; rotation of the device off line or lifting of one terminal 
off the pad (tombstoning).
There are practical limitations on capacitor sizes that prohibit 
reliable direct mounting of chip capacitors larger than 2225 to 
a substrate. Without mechanical restriction, thermally induced 
stresses are released once the capacitor attains a steady state 
condition, at any given temperature. Capacitors bonded to 
substrates, however, will retain some stress, due primarily to 
the mismatch of expansion of the component to the substrate; 
the residual stress on the chip is also influenced by the ductility 
and hence the ability of the bonding medium to relieve 
the stress. Unfortunately, the thermal expansions of chip 
capacitors differ significantly from those of substrate materials. 
At 25°C to 300°C, capacitors typically range in expansion 
coefficient from 8.3 x 10-6 to 12.2 x 10-6 in/in/°C, while 99% 
Alumina is approximately 6.0 x 10-6 in/in/°C and P.C. board is 
typically 16.0 x 10-6 in/in/°C. 

Soldering

The volume of solder is process and board pad size 
dependent. Soldering methods commonly used in the 
industry, and recommended, are Reflow Soldering, Wave 
Soldering, and to a lesser extent, Vapor Phase Soldering. All 
these methods involve thermal cycling of the components and 

Wave Soldering exposes the devices to a large solder volume; 
hence the pad size area must be restricted to accept an 
amount of solder which is not detrimental to the chip size 
utilized. Typically the pad width is 66% of the component 
width, and the length is 
.030” (.760 mm) longer than 
the termination band on the 
chip. For example, an 0805 
chip which is .050” wide 
and has a .020” termination 
band therefore requires a 
pad .033” wide by .050” in 
length. Opposing pads should 
be identical in size to preclude 
uneven solder fillets and 
mismatched surface tension 
forces which can misalign 
the device. It is preferred 
that the pad layout results in 
alignment of the long axis of 
the chips at right angles to 
the solder wave, to promote 
even wetting of all terminals. Orientation of components in 
line with the board travel direction may require dual waves 
with solder turbulence to preclude cold solder joints on the 
trailing terminals of the devices, as these are blocked from full 
exposure to the solder by the body of the capacitor.
Restrictions in chip alignment do not apply to Solder Reflow or 
Vapor Phase processes, where the solder volume is controlled 
by the solder paste deposition on the circuit pads. Novacap 
has adopted the IPC-SM-782 methodology for solder reflow 
land patterns. The Novacap recommended solder pads 
brochure is available for reference on our website. Large 
chips are more prone to thermal shock as their greater bulk 
will result in sharper thermal gradients within the device 
during thermal cycling. Units larger than 1812 experience 
excessive stress if processed through the fast cycles typical 
of solder wave or vapor phase operations. Solder reflow is 
most applicable to the larger chips as the rates of heating and 
cooling can be slowed within safe limits.
Attachment using a soldering iron requires extra care, 
particularly with large components, as thermal gradients are 
not easily controlled and may cause cracking of the chip. 
Precautions include preheating of the assembly to within 
100°C of the solder flow temperature; the use of a fine tip 
iron which does not exceed 30 watts and limitation of contact 
of the iron to the circuit pad areas only.

Bonding

Hybrid assembly using conductive epoxy or wire bonding 
requires the use of silver palladium or gold terminations. 
Nickel barrier termination is not practical in these applications, 
as intermetallics will form between the dissimilar metals. The 
ESR will increase over time and may eventually break contact 
when exposed to temperature cycling.

Cleaning

Chip capacitors can withstand common agents such as water, 
alcohol and degreaser solvents used for cleaning boards. 
Ascertain that no flux residues are left on the chip surfaces as 
these diminish electrical performance.

20

40

60

80

100 120

SECONDS

140 160 180 200

250

TEMPERATURE °C

225

200

150

175

125

100

75

50

Solder Wave

Vapor Phase

Solder Reflow

therefore the rate of heating and cooling must be controlled 
to preclude thermal shocking of the devices. In general, rates 
which do not exceed 120°C per minute and a T spike of 
100°C maximum for any soldering process on sizes 1812 and 
smaller is advisable. Other precautions include post soldering 
handling, primarily avoidance of rapid cooling with contact 
with heat sinks, such as conveyors or cleaning solutions.

Novacap publishes a technical 
brochure which provides 
detailed information on the 
properties of ceramic chip 
capacitors, dielectric behavior, 
product classifications, test 
and quality standards, and 
other information relevant to 
their use. 
The Novacap technical 
brochure is available upon 
request. For quick reference 
see the brochure on the 
Novacap website at 

 

www.novacap.com

Recommendations

 

Preheat/Cooling rates not to exceed 120°C /minute with 

D

T spikes to 

max temperature not to exceed 100ºC for 1812 size and smaller.

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FlexiCap™ termination

MLCCs are widely used in electronic circuit design for a 
multitude of applications. Their small package size, technical 
performance and suitability for automated assembly makes 
them the component of choice.
However, despite the technical 
benefits, ceramic components  
are brittle and need careful 
handling on the production floor. 
In some circumstances they may be prone to mechanical stress 
damage if not used in an appropriate manner. Board flexing, 
depanelization, mounting through hole components, poor 
storage and automatic circuit testing may all result in cracking.
Careful process control is important at all stages of circuit 
board assembly and transportation - from component 
placement to test and packaging. Any significant board flexing 
may result in stress fractures in ceramic devices that may 
not always be evident during the board assembly process. 
Sometimes it may be the end customer who finds out - when 
equipment fails!

The solution - FlexiCap™

FlexiCap™ was developed as a result of listening to 
customers’ experiences of stress damage to MLCCs from 
many manufacturers, often caused by variations in production 
processes.
Our answer is a proprietary flexible epoxy polymer termination 
material, that is applied to the device under the usual nickel 
barrier finish. FlexiCap™ will accommodate a greater degree 
of board bending than conventional capacitors.

FlexiCap™ termination

All capacitance ranges are available with FlexiCap™ 
termination material offering increased reliability and superior 
mechanical performance (board flex and temperature 
cycling) when compared with standard termination materials. 
FlexiCap™ capacitors enable the board to be bent almost 
twice as much before mechanical cracking occurs. 
FlexiCap™ is also suitable for Space applications having 
passed thermal vacuum outgassing tests.

Application notes

FlexiCap™ may be handled, stored and transported in 
the same manner as standard terminated capacitors. The 
requirements for mounting and soldering FlexiCap™ are the 
same as for standard SMD capacitors.
For customers currently using standard terminated capacitors 
there should be no requirement to change the assembly 
process when converting to FlexiCap™.
Based upon board bend tests in accordance with IEC 60384-1 
the amount of board bending required to mechanically crack 
a FlexiCap™ terminated capacitor is significantly increased 
compared with standard terminated capacitors.
It must be stressed however, that capacitor users must not 
assume that the use of FlexiCap™ terminated capacitors will 
totally eliminate mechanical cracking. Good process controls 
are still required for this objective to be achieved.
Product not available for 200°C applications.

l

 

Picture taken at 1,000x magnification using 

a SEM to demonstrate the fibrous nature 
of the FlexiCap

TM

 termination that absorbs 

increased levels of mechanical stress.

Available on the following ranges:
  All High Reliability ranges
  Standard and High Voltage chips
  X8R High Temperature capacitors

Summary of PCB bend test results

The bend tests conducted on X7R have proven that the 
FlexiCap™ termination withstands a greater level of 
mechanical stress before mechanical cracking occurs.
The AEC-Q200 test for X7R requires a bend level of 2mm 
minimum and a cap change of less than 10%.

Product
X7R

Typical bend performance under AEC-Q200 

test conditions

Standard termination

2mm to 3mm

FlexiCap™ termination

Typically 8mm to 10mm

FlexiCap™ benefits

With traditional termination materials and assembly, the chain 
of materials from bare PCB to soldered termination, provides 
no flexibility. In circumstances where excessive stress is applied 
- the weakest link fails. This means the ceramic itself may fail.
The benefit to the user is to facilitate a wider process window 
- giving a greater safety margin and substantially reducing the 
typical root causes of mechanical stress cracking.
FlexiCap™ may be soldered using your traditional wave 
or reflow solder techniques and needs no adjustment to 
equipment or current processes.

Novacap has delivered millions of FlexiCap™ components and 
during that time has collected substantial test and reliability 
data, working in partnership with customers world wide, to 
eliminate mechanical cracking.
An additional benefit of FlexiCap™ is that  MLCCs can 
withstand temperature cycling -55ºC to 125ºC in excess of 
1,000 times without cracking. 
FlexiCap™ termination has no adverse effect on any electrical 
parameters, nor affects the operation of the MLCC in any 
way.

Fired ceramic
dielectric

FlexiCap

TM

termination
base

Intermediate
nickel layer

Tin outer
layer

Metal
electrodes

FlexiCap

TM

 MLCC cross section

FlexiCap™ Polymer Termination

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L

W

MB

T

Chip Dimensions

Dimensions - inches (mm)

Size

Length (L)

Width (W)

Max. Thickness (T)*

Termination Band (MB)

0402

0.040 ± 0.004 (1.02 ± 0.102)

 0.020 ± 0.004 (0.508 ± 0.102)

 0.024 (0.610)

 0.010 ± 0.006 (0.254 ± 0.152)

0504

0.050 ± 0.006 (1.27 ± 0.152)

 0.040 ± 0.006 (1.02 ± 0.152)

 0.044 (1.12)

 0.014 ± 0.006 (0.356 ± 0.152)

RF0505

0.055 +0.015 -0.010 (1.4 +0.38 -0.25)

 0.055 ± 0.015 (1.40 ± 0.381)

 0.057 (1.45)

 0.014 ± 0.006 (0.356 ± 0.152)

0603

0.060 ± 0.006 (1.52 ± 0.152)

 0.030 ± 0.006 (0.762 ± 0.152)

 0.035 (0.889)

 0.014 ± 0.006 (0.356 ± 0.152)

0805

0.080 ± 0.008 (2.03 ± 0.203)

 0.050 ± 0.008 (1.27 ± 0.203)

 0.054 (1.37)

 0.020 ± 0.010 (0.508 ± 0.254)

0907

0.090 ± 0.008 (2.29 ± 0.203)

 0.070 ± 0.008 (1.78 ± 0.203)

 0.060 (1.52)

 0.020 ± 0.010 (0.508 ± 0.254)

1005

0.100 ± 0.008 (2.54 ± 0.203)

 0.050 ± 0.008 (1.27 ± 0.203)

 0.054 (1.37)

 0.020 ± 0.010 (0.508 ± 0.254)

RF1111

0.110+0.025 -0.010 (2.79 +0.64 -0.25)

 0.110 ± 0.015 (2.79 ± 0.381)

 0.102 (2.59)

 0.020 ± 0.010 (0.508 ± 0.254)

1206

0.125 ± 0.008 (3.18 ± 0.203)

 0.060 ± 0.008 (1.52 ± 0.203)

 0.064 (1.63)

 0.020 ± 0.010 (0.508 ± 0.254)

1210

0.125 ± 0.008 (3.18 ± 0.203)

 0.100 ± 0.008 (2.54 ± 0.203)

 0.065 (1.65)

 0.020 ± 0.010 (0.508 ± 0.254)

1515

0.150 ± 0.015 (3.81 ± 0.381)

0.150 ± 0.015 (3.81 ± 0.381)

 0.130 (3.30)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

1808

0.180 ± 0.012 (4.57 ± 0.305)

 0.080 ± 0.008 (2.03 ± 0.203)

 0.065 (1.65)

 0.024 ± 0.014 (0.610 ± 0.356)

1812

0.180 ± 0.012 (4.57 ± 0.305)

 0.125 ± 0.008 (3.18 ± 0.203)

 0.065 (1.65)

 0.024 ± 0.014 (0.610 ± 0.356)

1825

0.180 ± 0.012 (4.57 ± 0.305)

 0.250 ± 0.015 (6.35 ± 0.381)

 0.080 (2.03)

 0.024 ± 0.014 (0.610 ± 0.356)

2020

0.200 ± 0.015 (5.08 ± 0.381)

0.200 ± 0.015 (5.08 ± 0.381)

 0.180 (4.57)

 0.024 ± 0.014 (0.610 ± 0.356)

2221

0.220 ± 0.015 (5.59 ± 0.381)

 0.210 ± 0.015 (5.33 ± 0.381)

 0.080 (2.03)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

2225

0.220 ± 0.015 (5.59 ± 0.381)

 0.250 ± 0.015 (6.35 ± 0.381)

 0.080 (2.03)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

2520

0.250 ± 0.015 (6.35 ± 0.381)

0.200 ± 0.015 (5.08 ± 0.381)

 0.180 (4.57)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

RF2525

0.230 +0.020 -0.012 (5.84 +0.51 -0.30)

 0.250 ± 0.015 (6.35 ± 0.381)

 0.165 (4.19)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

3333

0.330 ± 0.017 (8.38 ± 0.432)

0.330 ± 0.017 (8.38 ± 0.432)

 0.250 (6.35)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

3530

0.350 ± 0.018 (8.89 ± 0.457)

 0.300 ± 0.015 (7.62 ± 0.381)

 0.250 (6.35)

 0.030 ± 0.015 (0.762 ± 0.381)

4040

0.400 ± 0.020 (10.2 ± 0.508)

0.400 ± 0.020 (10.2 ± 0.508)

 0.300 (7.62)

 0.040 ± 0.020 (1.02 ± 0.508)

4540

0.450 ± 0.023 (11.4 ± 0.584)

0.400 ± 0.020 (10.2 ± 0.508)

 0.300 (7.62)

 0.040 ± 0.020 (1.02 ± 0.508)

5440

0.540 ± 0.027 (13.7 ± 0.686)

0.400 ± 0.020 (10.2 ± 0.508)

 0.300 (7.62)

 0.040 ± 0.020 (1.02 ± 0.508)

5550

0.550 ± 0.028 (14.0 ± 0.711)

 0.500 ± 0.025 (12.7 ± 0.635)

 0.300 (7.62)

 0.040 ± 0.020 (1.02 ± 0.508)

6560

0.650 ± 0.033 (16.5 ± 0.838)

 0.600 ± 0.030 (15.2 ± 0.762)

 0.300 (7.62)

 0.040 ± 0.020 (1.02 ± 0.508)

7565

0.750 ± 0.038 (19.1 ± 0.965)

 0.650 ± 0.033 (16.5 ± 0.838)

 0.300 (7.62)

 0.040 ± 0.020 (1.02 ± 0.508)

* Non standard thicknesses are available - consult the sales office for details.

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Chip Marking System

A5

NA5

Marking Code 

- value in picofarads for alpha-numeric code

Number

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Letter

A

1.0

10

100

1,000

10,000

100,000

1,000,000

10,000,000

B

1.1

11

110

1,100

11,000

110,000

1,100,000

11,000,000

C

1.2

12

120

1,200

12,000

120,000

1,200,000

12,000,000

D

1.3

13

130

1,300

13,000

130,000

1,300,000

13,000,000

E

1.5

15

150

1,500

15,000

150,000

1,500,000

15,000,000

F

1.6

16

160

1,600

16,000

160,000

1,600,000

16,000,000

G

1.8

18

180

1,800

18,000

180,000

1,800,000

18,000,000

H

2.0

20

200

2,000

20,000

200,000

2,000,000

20,000,000

J

2.2

22

220

2,200

22,000

220,000

2,200,000

22,000,000

K

2.4

24

240

2,400

24,000

240,000

2,400,000

24,000,000

L

2.7

27

270

2,700

27,000

270,000

2,700,000

27,000,000

M

3.0

30

300

3,000

30,000

300,000

3,000,000

30,000,000

N

3.3

33

330

3,300

33,000

330,000

3,000,000

33,000,000

P

3.6

36

360

3,600

36,000

360,000

3,600,000

36,000,000

Q

3.9

39

390

3,900

39,000

390,000

3,900,000

39,000,000

R

4.3

43

430

4,300

43,000

430,000

4,300,000

43,000,000

S

4.7

47

470

4,700

47,000

470,000

4,700,000

47,000,000

T

5.1

51

510

5,100

51,000

510,000

5,100,000

51,000,000

U

5.6

56

560

5,600

56,000

560,000

5,600,000

56,000,000

V

6.2

62

620

6,200

62,000

620,000

6,200,000

62,000,000

W

6.8

68

680

6,800

68,000

680,000

6,800,000

68,000,000

X

7.5

75

750

7,500

75,000

750,000

7,500,000

75,000,000

Y

8.2

82

820

8,200

82,000

820,000

8,200,000

82,000,000

Z

9.1

91

910

9,100

91,000

920,000

9,200,000

92,000,000

a

2.5

25

250

2,500

25,000

250,000

2,500,000

25,000,000

b

3.5

35

350

3,500

35,000

350,000

3,500,000

35,000,000

d

4.0

40

400

4,000

40,000

400,000

4,000,000

40,000,000

e

4.5

45

450

4,500

45,000

450,000

4,500,000

45,000,000

f

5.0

50

500

5,000

50,000

500,000

5,000,000

50,000,000

m

6.0

60

600

6,000

60,000

600,000

6,000,000

60,000,000

n

7.0

70

700

7,000

70,000

700,000

7,000,000

70,000,000

t

8.0

80

800

8,000

80,000

800,000

8,000,000

80,000,000

y

9.0

90

900

9,000

90,000

900,000

9,000,000

90,000,000

Two position alpha numeric marking 
is available on chip sizes 0805 through 
3333.  
The marking denotes retma value and 
significant figures of capacitance  
(see table) eg: A5 = 100,000pF.

Three position alpha numeric marking 
is available on chip sizes 1206 and 
larger.   
The making denotes Novacap as 
vendor (N), followed by the standard 
two digit alpha numeric identification.

If required, we can mark capacitors with the EIA 198 two digit 
code to show the capacitance value of the part. On chips larger 
than 3333, or for leaded encapsulated devices, ink marking 
is available. However, for chip sizes 0805 through to 3333 
identification marking is accomplished by using either laser or ink 
jet printer. This system does not degrade the ceramic surface, or 
induce microcracks in the part.  
Marking for other sizes may be available upon special request to 
determine if applicable; please contact the sales office.  
Marking is an option, and needs to be specified when ordering 
by using the letter M in the part number code, see page 15 for 
details.

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Chip Tape and Reel Details 

Embossment
3.8 x 3.2mm
maximum

Cover Tape
.05 thick

4.00 ±.10

ø1.5 +0.1

-0.0

1.75

±.05

Feed

Direction

8.0

± 0.2

0.3 Max.

4.00 ±.10

3.5

±.05

Novacap chip capacitors are available packaged in 8mm to 
24mm embossed carrier, per EIA 481. Specify the reeled option 
(T) in the Novacap part number code. Chips are also supplied in 
bulk or waffle pack.

Units per reel (typical)

Chip 

size

Tape 

width

Tape 

pocket 

pitch

Units per reel*

7”

(178mm) 

dia.

13”

(330mm) 

dia.

0402

8 mm

2 mm

 10,000

•

0504

8 mm

4 mm

3,000-4,000

15,000

0603

8 mm

4 mm

3,000-4,000

15,000

0805

8 mm

4 mm

3,000-4,000

15,000

1005

8 mm

4 mm

2,000-4,000

15,000

1206

8 mm

4 mm

2,000-4,000

15,000

1210

8 mm

4 mm

2,000-3,000

10,000

1505

12 mm

4 mm

2,000-3,000

10,000

1808

12 mm

4 mm

2,000-3,000

10,000

1812

12 mm

8 mm

1,000

10,000

1825

12 mm

8 mm

1,000

5,000

2221

12 mm

8 mm

1,000

5,000

2225

12 mm

8 mm

1,000

5,000

2628

16 mm

12 mm

•

1,000

3333

16 mm

12 mm

•

1,000

3530

16 mm

12 mm

•

1,000

4040

16 mm

12 mm

•

1,000

* Quantity per reel varies with chip thickness. Thicker chips 
(typically higher capacitance values) will result in lesser quantities. 
Please specify preferred reel size when ordering. 

Dimensions for 8mm tape with 4mm pitch.

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Chip Ordering Information

Capacitance Code

1st two digits are 
significant, third 
digit denotes 
number of zeros, 
R = decimal 
Examples:

1R0 = 1.0pF

120 = 12pF

471 = 470pF

102 = 1,000pF

273 = 0.027µF

474 = 0.47µF

105 = 1.0µF

Voltage Code

1st two digits are significant, 
third digit denotes number of 
zeros. For example:

160  = 16 Volts

101  = 100 Volts

501  = 500 Volts

102  = 1,000 Volts

502  = 5,000 Volts

103  = 10,000 Volts

Termination Codes

P

Palladium Silver

PR

Palladium Silver

*

K

Solderable Palladium Silver

*

N

Nickel Barrier

*

100% tin

Y

Nickel Barrier 

90% tin, 10% lead

NG

Nickel Barrier Gold Flash

*

C

FlexiCap™/Nickel Barrier

*

100% tin

D

FlexiCap™/Nickel Barrier

90% tin, 10% lead

B

Copper Barrier

*

100% tin

E

Copper Barrier 

90% tin, 10% lead

S

Silver

*

* 

Indicates RoHS terminations

Marking

None 

Unmarked

M

Marked 
*

Marking not 

available on 
sizes < 0603

Packaging

None

Bulk

T

Tape & Reel

W 

Waffle Pack

Hi-Reliability  
Testing Criteria

HB

MIL-PRF-55681 Group A

HV

MIL-PRF-49467 Group A

HS

MIL-PRF-123 Group A

Pr

efix

Case Size

Dielectric

Capacitance

Capacitance  

Tolerance

V

oltage

Termination

Special  

Thickness

High Reliability 

Testing

Packaging

Marking

High Reliability 

Test Criteria

XX

1206

N

472

J

101

N

X050

H

T

M

HB

Dielectric Codes

N

C0G/NP0

Ultra Stable

M

C0G/NP0

Ultra Stable Magnetic Free

F

C0G/NP0

High Temp. (up to 160ºC)

D

C0G/NP0

High Temp. (up to 200ºC)

K

R3L

Ultra Stable

R

R2D

Pulse Energy

Y

Y5V

General Purpose

Z

Z5U

General Purpose

B

X7R

Stable

C

X7R

Stable Magnetic Free

X

BX

MIL

S

X8R

High Temp. (up to 150ºC)

E

Class II

High Temp. (up to 200ºC)

G

Class II

High Temp. (up to 160ºC)

W

X5R

Stable

RN

Lead free C0G/NP0 Ultra Stable

RB

Lead free X7R

Stable

BB

X7R BME

Stable

BW

X5R BME

Stable

Capacitance Tolerance Codes

Code Tolerance

*

 Not RF series

C0G/NP0

R3L

R2D Y5V 

Z5U

X7R

BX X8R

Class 

II

X5R

Positive

 

VTC

N

M

F/D

K

R

Y/Z

B

C

X

S

E/G

W

P

B

±0.10pF

Cap. Value

  

< 10pF

•

•

C

±0.25pF

•

•

•

D

±0.50pF

•

•

•

F

±1%

•

•

•

G

±2%

•

•

•

•

J

±5%

•

•

•

•

•

•

*

•

•

*

•

•

K

±10%

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

M

±20%

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Z

+80% -20%

•

•

•

•

*

•

P

+100% -0%

•

•

•

•

*

•

High Reliability 
Testing

None

Standard product

H 

High Reliability Testing

H

High Temp Screening

Special Thickness

None Standard thickness 

as per Novacap 
catalog specifications

X

 

Denotes a special 
thickness other than 
standard. Specify in 
inches if required. 
(As shown above 

X

 

= 0.050”)

{

-

Prefix Definitions

None

Standard chip

RF

Improved ESR Capacitor

p. 23

LS

Y

3

 Certified Safety Capacitor

p. 42 - 43

ES

Y

2

 Certified Safety Capacitor

p. 42 - 43

ST

Stacked Capacitor Assembly

p. 48 - 53

SM

Stacked Hi-Rel Capacitor Assembly

p. 48 - 53

CR

Cap-Rack Capacitor Array

p. 54

RC

Bleed Resistor

p. 58 - 61

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Commercial Chip - C0G 

16Vdc to 10kVdc

A range of commercial MLC chip capacitors in Ultra stable EIA 
Class I C0G, or NP0, dielectric. C0G chips are used in precision 
circuitry requiring Class I stability and exhibit linear temperature 
coefficient, low loss and stable electrical properties with time, 
voltage and frequency. 

Designed for surface mount application with nickel barrier 
terminations making them suitable for solder wave and reflow 
solder board attachment as well as vapor phase attachment for 
part sizes 2225 or smaller. Silver-palladium terminations are also 
available for hybrid use with conductive epoxy. 

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

Size

0402 0504 0603 0805 1005 1206 1210 1515

1808

1812

1825

Min cap.

0R3

0R5

0R3

0R5

0R5

3R0

5R0

3R0

5R0

5R0

100

100

150

150

  Tmax   

inches: 

mm:

0.024

0.61

0.044

1.12

0.035

0.89

0.054

1.37

0.054

1.37

0.064

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.130

3.02

0.065

1.63

0.080*

2.03

0.065

1.63

0.100*

2.54

0.080

2.03

0.140*

3.56

16V

271

222

152

562

822

153

273

473

393

393

563

563

104

104

25V

221

182

122

472

682

123

273

393

333

333

563

563

104

104

50V

181

152

102

392

562

123

223

333

223

273

393

393

104

104

100V

181

152

102

392

562

103

183

333

153

223

273

393

683

823

200V

101

821

561

182

272

562

103

223

103

153

183

273

473

683

250V

560

561

331

152

222

392

822

223

682

103

153

223

393

563

300V

•

•

•

821

122

272

472

153

472

562

103

153

223

473

400V

•

•

•

821

122

182

472

103

472

472

103

123

223

333

500V

•

•

•

821

122

182

392

822

472

472

103

123

223

273

600V

•

•

•

681

102

152

332

682

392

472

822

103

183

183

800V

†

•

•

•

681

102

152

332

682

392

472

822

103

183

183

1kV

†

•

•

•

471

391

102

222

562

222

332

472

822

103

153

1.5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

561

122

392

122

182

272

472

562

103

2kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

391

821

272

821

122

182

272

272

562

3kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

122

391

471

821

122

122

222

4kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

681

221

271

471

821

681

122

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

391

821

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

10kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

†

 

Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

2020

2221

2225

2520

3333

3530

4040

4540

5440

5550

6560

7565

Size

270

270

270

270

390

390

390

390

390

390

390

560

101

Min cap.

0.180

4.57

0.080

2.03

0.080

2.03

0.150*

3.81

0.180

4.57

0.250

6.35

0.250

6.35

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

:inches   

Tmax

:mm

683

104

124

124

104

184

184

334

334

394

394

684

824

16V

683

104

124

124

104

184

184

334

334

394

394

684

824

25V

683

104

124

124

104

154

184

274

334

394

394

684

824

50V

563

683

823

104

823

124

154

224

274

274

274

474

564

100V

563

473

563

823

683

104

124

184

224

274

274

474

564

200V

473

393

473

683

563

104

124

184

204

224

224

394

474

250V

393

223

273

563

473

823

104

154

184

224

224

394

474

300V

333

223

273

393

393

563

823

124

154

184

184

334

394

400V

273

223

273

333

393

473

683

104

124

154

184

274

334

500V

153

183

273

273

223

393

393

823

823

104

154

224

274

600V

153

183

273

273

183

333

333

563

683

823

124

184

224

800V

†

103

103

153

223

123

273

273

563

563

683

104

154

184

1kV

†

822

562

822

153

103

183

223

393

393

393

563

823

124

1.5kV

†

472

272

392

822

562

153

153

273

333

333

473

683

104

2kV

†

222

122

182

332

272

822

103

183

223

223

333

473

683

3kV

†

122

681

102

182

152

332

562

123

123

123

183

273

393

4kV

†

821

391

561

122

102

222

332

682

822

822

123

183

223

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

182

182

392

392

472

562

103

123

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

122

272

272

332

472

682

822

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

102

222

222

272

332

562

682

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

821

152

182

182

272

392

472

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

681

122

152

152

222

332

392

10kV

†

* Denotes non standard chip thickness. 
   Order code needs to have an ’X’ inserted together with the dimension in inches e.g. X080 where dimension is 0.080”

Standard EIA case sizes and available C/V values are listed 
below - special sizes, thicknesses and other voltage ratings are 
available; please contact the sales office for information.

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Commercial Chip - C0G 

16Vdc to 10kVdc

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

2020

2221

2225

2520

3333

3530

4040

4540

5440

5550

6560

7565

Size

270

270

270

270

390

390

390

390

390

390

390

560

101

Min cap.

0.180

4.57

0.080

2.03

0.080

2.03

0.150*

3.81

0.180

4.57

0.250

6.35

0.250

6.35

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

:inches   

Tmax

:mm

683

104

124

124

104

184

184

334

334

394

394

684

824

16V

683

104

124

124

104

184

184

334

334

394

394

684

824

25V

683

104

124

124

104

154

184

274

334

394

394

684

824

50V

563

683

823

104

823

124

154

224

274

274

274

474

564

100V

563

473

563

823

683

104

124

184

224

274

274

474

564

200V

473

393

473

683

563

104

124

184

204

224

224

394

474

250V

393

223

273

563

473

823

104

154

184

224

224

394

474

300V

333

223

273

393

393

563

823

124

154

184

184

334

394

400V

273

223

273

333

393

473

683

104

124

154

184

274

334

500V

153

183

273

273

223

393

393

823

823

104

154

224

274

600V

153

183

273

273

183

333

333

563

683

823

124

184

224

800V

†

103

103

153

223

123

273

273

563

563

683

104

154

184

1kV

†

822

562

822

153

103

183

223

393

393

393

563

823

124

1.5kV

†

472

272

392

822

562

153

153

273

333

333

473

683

104

2kV

†

222

122

182

332

272

822

103

183

223

223

333

473

683

3kV

†

122

681

102

182

152

332

562

123

123

123

183

273

393

4kV

†

821

391

561

122

102

222

332

682

822

822

123

183

223

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

182

182

392

392

472

562

103

123

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

122

272

272

332

472

682

822

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

102

222

222

272

332

562

682

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

821

152

182

182

272

392

472

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

681

122

152

152

222

332

392

10kV

†

* Denotes non standard chip thickness. 
   Order code needs to have an ’X’ inserted together with the dimension in inches e.g. X080 where dimension is 0.080”

l

 

For dielectric characteristics see page 4.

l

 

For dimensions see page 12.

l 

For termination options see pages 3 & 15.

l 

For capacitance tolerances available see page 15.

l 

For ordering information see page 15. 

Note:

 Maximum capacitance values are shown below as 3 digit  

 

code: 2 significant figures followed by the no. of zeros 

 

e.g. 183 = 18,000pF. R denotes decimal e.g. 2R7 = 2.7pF.

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Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

Size

0402

0504

0603

0805

1206

1210

1515

1808

1812

1825

2020

Min cap.

1R5

2R2

2R2

2R2

8R2

220

220

220

390

680

101

 Tmax   

inches:

                       mm:

0.024

0.61

0.044

1.12

0.035

0.89

0.054

1.37

0.064

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.130

3.02

0.065

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.080

2.03

0.180

4.57

16V

391

472

222

103

223

473

823

473

104

184

154

25V

391

472

222

103

223

473

823

473

104

184

154

50V

391

472

222

103

223

393

683

333

683

184

154

100V

391

472

222

103

223

393

683

333

683

154

124

200V

221

272

122

472

123

223

473

223

393

104

104

250V

121

152

821

332

103

183

473

183

333

823

823

300V

•

•

•

222

562

123

333

103

223

563

683

400V

•

•

•

182

392

103

223

103

223

563

683

500V

•

•

•

182

392

822

223

822

183

473

563

600V

•

•

•

152

272

682

123

682

153

333

393

800V

†

•

•

•

821

152

392

103

392

103

153

223

1kV

†

•

•

•

471

102

222

822

222

562

123

153

1.5kV

†

•

•

•

•

471

122

392

122

272

682

103

2kV

†

•

•

•

•

271

561

182

561

122

332

562

3kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

102

271

681

152

272

4kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

471

151

331

821

152

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

561

102

†

 Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

Commercial Chip - R3L 

16Vdc to 5kVdc

A range of commercial MLC chip capacitors in R3L dielectric. 
This is a Class I temperature compensating N2200 dielectric 
with an energy density that exceeds conventional Class 
I materials.  R3L has a predictable negative temperature 
coefficient, low loss, stable electrical properties with time, 
voltage, and frequency.
The components are non-piezoelectric and are well suited for 
repetitive high current and pulse type applications. 
With exceptionally low ESR, ESL, and low signal distortion 
applications include power supply filtering, energy storage, 
coupling/decoupling and snubber.

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

2221

2225

2520

3333

3530

4040

4540

5440

5550

6560

7565

Size

101

101

101

151

151

151

151

151

151

221

391

Min cap.

0.080

2.03

0.080

2.03

0.180

4.57

0.250

6.35

0.250

6.35

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

:inches   

Tmax

:mm

184

224

224

334

334

564

564

684

824

125

185

16V

184

224

184

334

334

564

564

684

824

125

185

25V

184

224

184

334

334

564

564

684

824

125

185

50V

154

184

184

334

334

474

564

684

824

125

155

100V

104

124

154

224

224

394

394

474

684

105

125

200V

823

104

124

184

184

334

334

394

564

824

105

250V

563

683

104

184

184

274

274

334

474

684

824

300V

473

563

823

154

154

224

224

274

394

564

684

400V

393

473

683

124

124

224

224

274

334

474

564

500V

333

393

563

104

104

184

184

224

274

394

474

600V

223

273

393

563

563

104

124

124

184

274

334

800V

†

123

153

223

473

473

823

104

104

154

224

274

1kV

†

562

822

123

333

333

563

563

563

104

154

184

1.5kV

†

332

392

682

223

223

393

473

473

683

104

124

2kV

†

152

182

332

103

103

223

273

273

393

563

683

3kV

†

821

102

182

682

682

123

153

153

223

273

393

4kV

†

561

821

122

392

392

822

103

103

123

183

223

5kV

†

†

 Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

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Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

Size

0402

0504

0603

0805

1206

1210

1515

1808

1812

1825

2020

Min cap.

1R5

2R2

2R2

2R2

8R2

220

220

220

390

680

101

 Tmax   

inches:

                       mm:

0.024

0.61

0.044

1.12

0.035

0.89

0.054

1.37

0.064

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.130

3.02

0.065

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.080

2.03

0.180

4.57

16V

391

472

222

103

223

473

823

473

104

184

154

25V

391

472

222

103

223

473

823

473

104

184

154

50V

391

472

222

103

223

393

683

333

683

184

154

100V

391

472

222

103

223

393

683

333

683

154

124

200V

221

272

122

472

123

223

473

223

393

104

104

250V

121

152

821

332

103

183

473

183

333

823

823

300V

•

•

•

222

562

123

333

103

223

563

683

400V

•

•

•

182

392

103

223

103

223

563

683

500V

•

•

•

182

392

822

223

822

183

473

563

600V

•

•

•

152

272

682

123

682

153

333

393

800V

†

•

•

•

821

152

392

103

392

103

153

223

1kV

†

•

•

•

471

102

222

822

222

562

123

153

1.5kV

†

•

•

•

•

471

122

392

122

272

682

103

2kV

†

•

•

•

•

271

561

182

561

122

332

562

3kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

102

271

681

152

272

4kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

471

151

331

821

152

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

561

102

†

 Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

Commercial Chip - R3L 

16Vdc to 5kVdc

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

2221

2225

2520

3333

3530

4040

4540

5440

5550

6560

7565

Size

101

101

101

151

151

151

151

151

151

221

391

Min cap.

0.080

2.03

0.080

2.03

0.180

4.57

0.250

6.35

0.250

6.35

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

:inches   

Tmax

:mm

184

224

224

334

334

564

564

684

824

125

185

16V

184

224

184

334

334

564

564

684

824

125

185

25V

184

224

184

334

334

564

564

684

824

125

185

50V

154

184

184

334

334

474

564

684

824

125

155

100V

104

124

154

224

224

394

394

474

684

105

125

200V

823

104

124

184

184

334

334

394

564

824

105

250V

563

683

104

184

184

274

274

334

474

684

824

300V

473

563

823

154

154

224

224

274

394

564

684

400V

393

473

683

124

124

224

224

274

334

474

564

500V

333

393

563

104

104

184

184

224

274

394

474

600V

223

273

393

563

563

104

124

124

184

274

334

800V

†

123

153

223

473

473

823

104

104

154

224

274

1kV

†

562

822

123

333

333

563

563

563

104

154

184

1.5kV

†

332

392

682

223

223

393

473

473

683

104

124

2kV

†

152

182

332

103

103

223

273

273

393

563

683

3kV

†

821

102

182

682

682

123

153

153

223

273

393

4kV

†

561

821

122

392

392

822

103

103

123

183

223

5kV

†

†

 Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

l

 

For dielectric characteristics see page 5.

l

 

For dimensions see page 12.

l 

For termination options see pages 3 & 15.

l 

For capacitance tolerances available see page 15.

l 

For ordering information see page 15.

Note:

 Maximum capacitance values are shown below as 3 digit  

 

code: 2 significant figures followed by the no. of zeros 

 

e.g. 183 = 18,000pF. R denotes decimal e.g. 2R7 = 2.7pF.

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Commercial Chip - X7R 

16Vdc to 10kVdc

A range of commercial MLC chip capacitors in Stable EIA Class 
II dielectric. Class II X7R chips are used as decoupling, by-pass, 
filtering and transient voltage suppression elements and exhibit 
+/-15% temperature coefficient and predictable variation of 
electrical properties with time, temperature and voltage. 
Designed for surface mount application with nickel barrier 
terminations making them suitable for solder wave and reflow 
solder board attachment as well as vapor phase attachment for 
part sizes 2225 or smaller. Silver-palladium terminations are also 
available for hybrid use with conductive epoxy. 

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

Size

0402 0504 0603 0805 1005 1206 1210 1515

1808

1812

1825

Min cap.

121

121

121

121

121

121

121

151

151

151

151

151

471

471

  Tmax   

inches:

mm:

0. 024

0.61

0.044

1.12

0.035

0.89

0.054

1.37

0.054

1.37

0.064

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.130

3.02

0.065

1.63

0.080*

2.03

0.065

1.63

0.100*

2.54

0.080

2.03

0.140*

3.56

16V

562

393

273

124

154

334

474

125

684

824

125

155

185

225

25V

472

333

223

104

124

274

474

105

564

564

105

125

155

225

50V

472

333

223

104

124

274

474

824

394

564

824

125

155

225

100V

472

333

223

683

823

184

334

684

274

394

564

824

125

185

200V

222

153

103

333

473

104

184

564

184

224

334

564

824

155

250V

152

103

682

273

393

683

124

394

124

154

224

394

684

125

300V

•

•

•

153

183

473

823

274

823

104

154

224

474

824

400V

•

•

•

123

123

273

563

224

563

823

104

184

334

564

500V

•

•

•

123

822

223

563

154

563

683

104

154

334

474

600V

•

•

•

822

822

183

393

124

393

563

683

124

224

394

800V

†

•

•

•

472

472

103

273

823

273

333

473

683

124

274

1kV

†

•

•

•

272

272

682

153

563

153

223

273

473

823

154

1.5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

222

472

183

472

682

822

153

273

563

2kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

102

222

822

272

332

472

682

123

273

3kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

152

561

821

122

222

272

472

4kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

122

331

391

681

122

152

272

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

821

182

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

  

10kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

• 

• 

•

•

•

•

•

†

 Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

2020

2221

2225

2520

3333

3530

4040

4540

5440

5550

6560

7565

Size

471

471

471

471

102

102

102

102

102

102

102

222

222

Min cap.

0.180

4.57

0.080

2.03

0.080

2.03

0.150*

3.81

0.180

4.57

0.250

6.35

0.250

6.35

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

:inches   

Tmax

:mm

185

155

225

275

355

525

525

825

905

106

126

206

256

16V

155

125

185

225

325

505

505

755

805

106

106

186

226

25V

155

125

185

225

325

425

425

705

755

905

106

156

206

50V

155

125

155

225

275

405

405

625

685

825

905

126

186

100V

125

684

105

185

225

355

355

565

625

705

825

825

156

200V

105

564

824

155

185

325

325

505

605

685

805

825

126

250V

824

394

474

105

125

225

225

475

505

575

705

755

106

300V

564

274

394

684

824

125

125

255

275

305

375

545

875

400V

474

274

334

564

684

105

105

185

185

185

225

335

475

500V

274

224

274

474

394

684

684

155

155

155

225

275

395

600V

224

124

154

334

274

474

394

684

824

105

155

225

275

800V

†

154

823

104

224

184

334

334

564

684

684

105

155

185

1kV

†

393

273

333

683

563

124

124

274

334

344

474

684

824

1.5kV

†

273

123

153

333

273

823

683

154

184

184

274

394

474

2kV

†

472

272

332

682

822

333

273

473

563

683

823

124

184

3kV

†

272

152

152

332

472

183

153

223

333

393

473

823

104

4kV

†

152

821

102

222

272

123

103

123

183

223

333

473

563

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

682

562

822

123

153

223

333

393

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

472

472

562

822

103

153

223

273

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

332

472

682

822

123

153

223

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

272

332

472

562

103

123

183

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

182

272

392

472

682

103

123

10kV

†

* Denotes non standard chip thickness. 
   Order code needs to have an ’X’ inserted together with the dimension in inches e.g. X080 where dimension is 0.080”

Standard EIA case sizes and available C/V values are listed 
below - special sizes, thicknesses and other voltage ratings are 
available; please contact the sales office for information.

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Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

Size

0402 0504 0603 0805 1005 1206 1210 1515

1808

1812

1825

Min cap.

121

121

121

121

121

121

121

151

151

151

151

151

471

471

  Tmax   

inches:

mm:

0. 024

0.61

0.044

1.12

0.035

0.89

0.054

1.37

0.054

1.37

0.064

1.63

0.065

1.63

0.130

3.02

0.065

1.63

0.080*

2.03

0.065

1.63

0.100*

2.54

0.080

2.03

0.140*

3.56

16V

562

393

273

124

154

334

474

125

684

824

125

155

185

225

25V

472

333

223

104

124

274

474

105

564

564

105

125

155

225

50V

472

333

223

104

124

274

474

824

394

564

824

125

155

225

100V

472

333

223

683

823

184

334

684

274

394

564

824

125

185

200V

222

153

103

333

473

104

184

564

184

224

334

564

824

155

250V

152

103

682

273

393

683

124

394

124

154

224

394

684

125

300V

•

•

•

153

183

473

823

274

823

104

154

224

474

824

400V

•

•

•

123

123

273

563

224

563

823

104

184

334

564

500V

•

•

•

123

822

223

563

154

563

683

104

154

334

474

600V

•

•

•

822

822

183

393

124

393

563

683

124

224

394

800V

†

•

•

•

472

472

103

273

823

273

333

473

683

124

274

1kV

†

•

•

•

272

272

682

153

563

153

223

273

473

823

154

1.5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

222

472

183

472

682

822

153

273

563

2kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

102

222

822

272

332

472

682

123

273

3kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

152

561

821

122

222

272

472

4kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

122

331

391

681

122

152

272

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

821

182

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

  

10kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

• 

• 

•

•

•

•

•

†

 Units rated above 800V may require conformal coating to preclude arcing over chip surface

Commercial Chip - X7R 

16Vdc to 10kVdc

Capacitance and voltage selection for popular chip sizes

2020

2221

2225

2520

3333

3530

4040

4540

5440

5550

6560

7565

Size

471

471

471

471

102

102

102

102

102

102

102

222

222

Min cap.

0.180

4.57

0.080

2.03

0.080

2.03

0.150*

3.81

0.180

4.57

0.250

6.35

0.250

6.35

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

0.300

7.62

:inches   

Tmax

:mm

185

155

225

275

355

525

525

825

905

106

126

206

256

16V

155

125

185

225

325

505

505

755

805

106

106

186

226

25V

155

125

185

225

325

425

425

705

755

905

106

156

206

50V

155

125

155

225

275

405

405

625

685

825

905

126

186

100V

125

684

105

185

225

355

355

565

625

705

825

825

156

200V

105

564

824

155

185

325

325

505

605

685

805

825

126

250V

824

394

474

105

125

225

225

475

505

575

705

755

106

300V

564

274

394

684

824

125

125

255

275

305

375

545

875

400V

474

274

334

564

684

105

105

185

185

185

225

335

475

500V

274

224

274

474

394

684

684

155

155

155

225

275

395

600V

224

124

154

334

274

474

394

684

824

105

155

225

275

800V

†

154

823

104

224

184

334

334

564

684

684

105

155

185

1kV

†

393

273

333

683

563

124

124

274

334

344

474

684

824

1.5kV

†

273

123

153

333

273

823

683

154

184

184

274

394

474

2kV

†

472

272

332

682

822

333

273

473

563

683

823

124

184

3kV

†

272

152

152

332

472

183

153

223

333

393

473

823

104

4kV

†

152

821

102

222

272

123

103

123

183

223

333

473

563

5kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

682

562

822

123

153

223

333

393

6kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

472

472

562

822

103

153

223

273

7kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

332

472

682

822

123

153

223

8kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

272

332

472

562

103

123

183

9kV

†

•

•

•

•

•

•

182

272

392

472

682

103

123

10kV

†

* Denotes non standard chip thickness. 
   Order code needs to have an ’X’ inserted together with the dimension in inches e.g. X080 where dimension is 0.080”

l

 

For dielectric characteristics see page 6.

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For dimensions see page 12.

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For termination options see pages 3 & 15.

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For capacitance tolerances available see page 15.

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For ordering information see page 15. 

Note:

 Maximum capacitance values are shown below as 3 digit  

 

code: 2 significant figures followed by the no. of zeros 

 

e.g. 183 = 18,000pF. 

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