Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications
DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C
(Commercial & Automotive Grade)
Overview
KEMET's KC-LINK surface mount capacitors are designed
to meet the growing demand for fast switching wide
bandgap (WBG) semiconductors that operate at higher
voltages, temperatures, and frequencies. By utilizing
KEMET's robust and proprietary C0G/NPO base metal
electrode (BME) dielectric system, these capacitors are
well suited for power converters, inverters, snubbers, and
resonators, where high efficiency is a primary concern.
With extremely low effective series resistance (ESR) and
very low thermal resistance, KC-LINK capacitors can
operate at very high ripple currents with no change in
capacitance versus DC voltage, and negligible change
in capacitance versus temperature. With an operating
temperature of 150°C, these capacitors can be mounted
close to fast switching semiconductors in high power
density applications, which require minimal cooling.
KC-LINK C0G dielectric technology also exhibits high
mechanical robustness compared to other dielectric
technologies, allowing the capacitor to be mounted without
the use of lead frames. This provides extremely low
effective series inductance (ESL) increasing the operating
frequency range allowing for further miniaturization. For
added reliability, KC-LINK is now available with flexible
termination technology that provides superior flex
performance over standard termination systems, addressing
the primary failure mode of MLCC's flex cracks.
In addition to commercial grade, automotive grade
devices are available and meet the demanding Automotive
Electronics Council’s AEC–Q200 qualification requirements.
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Benefits
Applications
• EIA 1812, 2220, and 3640 case size
• AEC–Q200 automotive qualified
• Flexible termination option available
• Very high ripple current capability
• Extremely low equivalent series resistance (ESR)
• Extremely low equivalent series inductance (ESL)
• Operating temperature range of −55°C to +150°C
• High frequency operation (> 10 MHz)
• No capacitance shift with voltage
• No piezoelectric noise
• High thermal stability
• RoHS compliant and Pb-free
• Wide bandgap (WBG), silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium
nitride (GaN) systems
• EV/HEV (drive systems, charging)
• Wireless charging
• Photovoltaic systems
• Power converters
• Inverters
• LLC resonant converters
• DC link
• Snubber
Built Into Tomorrow
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Typical Performance
10.00
Capacitance Change (%)
Capacitance Change (%)
Capacitance Change vs DC Voltage
Capacitance Change vs Temperature
10.00
5.00
0.00
-5.00
-10.00
-55
-35
-15
5
25
45
65
85
105
125
5.00
0.00
-5.00
-10.00
145
0
100
200
Typical AC Current Performance, EIA 1812 (CKC18)
350700
18
300
10
16
4.7nF 1000V
12
6
7.5nF 1000V
15nF 1000V
10
18nF 650V
4
8
47nF 650V
2
6
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
4.7 nF 1,700 V
7.5 nF 1,700 V
8.2 nF 1,700 V
22 nF 1,700 V
47 nF 1,200 V
56 nF 1,000 V
150 nF 650 V
220 nF 500 V
900
8
12 nF 1,200 V
6
15nF 1,000 V
33 nF 1,000 V
39 nF 650 V
100 nF 650 V
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
47nF 650V
0200
0
0
AC Voltage (Vrms)
AC Current (Arms)
7.5 nF 1,200 V
2
18nF 650V
300
100
200
300
0
100
700
800
900
1000
200
300
400
500
600
Frequency (kHz)
700
800
4.7 nF 1,700 V
7.5 nF 1,700 V
8.2 nF 1,700 V
22 nF 1,700 V
47 nF 1,200 V
56 nF 1,000 V
150 nF 650 V
220 nF 500 V
900
6.8 nF 1,700 V
7.5 nF 1,200 V
300
12 nF 1,200 V
15nF 1,000 V
200
33 nF 1,000 V
39 nF 650 V
100
0
1000
1,000
4.7 nF 1,700 V
400
100 nF 650 V
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
Frequency (kHz)
Typical AC Current Performance, EIA 3640 (CKC33)
Typical AC Voltage Performance, EIA 3640 (CKC33)
700
600
16
14
4.7nF 1700V
12
7.5nF 1700V
10
8.2nF 1700V
22nF 1700V
8
47nF 1200V
56nF 1000V
6
500
AC Voltage (Vrms)
Ripple Current (Irms)
600
500
18
150nF 650V
4
220nF 500V
2
0
500
Typical AC Voltage Performance, EIA 2220 (CKC21)
Frequency (kHz)
20
400
Frequency (kHz)
600
6.8 nF 1,700 V
4
7.5nF 1000V
700
4.7 nF 1,700 V
10
15nF 1000V
1,000
14
12
150400
100
Frequency (kHz)
Typical AC Current Performance,
EIA 2220 (CKC21)
16
4.7nF 1000V
50
1000
800
200500
100
Frequency (kHz)
0
18
0
600
250
8
14
0
AC Voltage (Vrms)
AC Voltage
(Vrms)
AC Current
(Arms)(Arms)
AC Current
12
2
500
Typical AC Voltage Performance
400
20
04
400
Typical AC Voltage Performance, EIA 1812 (CKC18)
Typical AC Current Performance
14
300
DC Voltage (V)
Temperature (°C)
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
Frequency (kHz)
700
800
900
1000
4.7nF 1700V
400
7.5nF 1700V
300
22nF 1700V
200
56nF 1000V
8.2nF 1700V
47nF 1200V
150nF 650V
220nF 500V
100
0
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
Frequency (kHz)
700
800
900
1000
*Ripple current measurements conditions.- Ripple current measurement were took under ambient temperature. Ripple current measurements
performed with a peak capacitor temperature of 150°C. Samples mounted to heat sink with no forced air cooling.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Ordering Information
CKC
Series
CKC =
KC-LINK
1
33
C
224
K
C
G
A
C
TU
Case Size Specification/ Capacitance
(L"x W")
Series
Code (pF)
Capacitance
Tolerance
Rated
Subclass
Dielectric
Voltage (V)
Designation
Termination
Finish
Packaging
(Suffix/C-Spec)
18 = 1812
21 = 2220
33 = 3640
F = ±1%
G = ±2%
J = ±5%
K = ±10%
M = ±20%
C = 500 V
W = 650 V
D = 1,000 V
E = 1,200 V
J = 1,700 V
G = 2,000 V
G = C0G
C = 100% matte Sn
See
"Packaging
C-Spec
Ordering
Options
Table"
C = Standard
X = Flex1
Two single
digits and
number of
zeros.
Use 9 for
1.0 – 9.9 pF
e.g., 2.2 pF
= 229
A = N/A
Flexible termination is only available for EIA 1812 and 2220 case sizes.
Environmental Compliance
Lead (Pb)-free, RoHS, and REACH compliant without exemptions.
Lead-free
Packaging C-Spec Ordering Options Table
Packaging/Grade
Ordering Code (C-Spec)
Packaging Type
Commercial Grade
Bulk Bag /Unmarked
7" Reel/Unmarked
Not required (Blank)
TU
1
13" Reel (Embossed Plastic Tape)/Unmarked
Automotive Grade
7" Reel
13" Reel (Embossed Plastic Tape)/Unmarked
7210
2
AUTO
AUTO7210
Default packaging is “Bulk Bag”. An ordering code C-Spec is not required for “Bulk Bag” packaging. "Bulk Bag" packaging option is not available for
case sizes larger than 2225 (5664 Metric).
2
For additional Information regarding "AUTO" C-Spec options, see "Automotive C-Spec Information."
1
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Dimensions – Millimeters (Inches)
L
W
B
T
S
Standard Termination
EIA
KC-LINK
SIZE
CODE
CODE
METRIC
SIZE
CODE
18
1812
4532
21
2220
5650
33
3640
9210
Flex Termination
EIA
KC-LINK
SIZE
CODE
CODE
METRIC
SIZE
CODE
18
1812
4532
21
2220
5650
T
THICKNESS
B
BANDWIDTH
S
SEPARATION
Minimum
Mounting
Technique
3.20 (0.126)
±0.30 (0.012)
5.00 (0.197)
±0.40 (0.016)
10.20 (0.402)
±0.40 (0.016)
See Table 2 for
Thickness
0.60 (0.024)
±0.35 (0.014)
0.60 (0.024)
±0.35 (0.014)
1.27 (0.050)
±0.40 (0.016)
N/A
Solder Reflow
Only
L
LENGTH
W
WIDTH
T
THICKNESS
B
BANDWIDTH
S
SEPARATION
Minimum
Mounting
Technique
4.50 (0.178)
±0.40 (0.016)
5.90 (0.232)
±0.75 (0.030)
3.20 (0.126)
±0.30 (0.012)
5.00 (0.197)
±0.40 (0.016)
See Table 2 for
Thickness
0.70 (0.028)
±0.35 (0.014)
0.70 (0.028)
±0.35 (0.014)
N/A
Solder Reflow
Only
L
LENGTH
W
WIDTH
4.50 (0.177)
±0.30 (0.012)
5.70 (0.224)
±0.40 (0.016)
9.30 (0.366)
±0.60 (0.024)
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Table 1 – Capacitance Range/Selection Waterfall Standard Termination
C
W
D
C
W
D
E
J
C
W
D
E
J
G
1200
1700
500
650
1000
1200
1700
2000
3640
1000
2220
650
1812
500
CKC33C
1000
Voltage Code
Rated Voltage
(VDC)
CKC21C
650
Capacitance
Capacitance
Code
CKC18C
500
Case Size/Series
Product Availability and Chip Thickness Codes
See Packaging Specs for Chip Thickness Dimensions
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
GD
GD
GD
GH
GH
GK
GK
GM
GM
GO
GO
GH
GH
GK
GM
GO
GO
GD
GD
GD
GH
GH
GK
GK
GM
GM
GO
GO
GH
GH
GK
GM
GO
GO
GD
GD
GD
GH
GH
GK
GK
GM
GM
GO
GO
JK
JL
JL
JN
JN
JK
JL
JL
JL
JN
JE
JE
JK
JL
JN
JE
JE
JK
JL
JL
JN
JK
JL
JL
JN
JN
JK
JL
JL
JL
JN
JE
JE
JK
JL
JN
JE
JE
JK
JL
JL
JN
JK
JL
JL
JN
JN
JK
JL
JL
JL
JN
JE
JE
JK
JL
JN
JK
JL
JL
JN
JN
JK
JL
JL
JL
JN
JK
JL
JL
JN
JN
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MB
MB
MB
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MC
MB
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MB
MB
MB
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MC
MB
MB
MB
MC
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MB
MB
MB
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MB
MB
MB
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MB
MB
MC
MC
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MB
MB
MB
MB
MB
MC
MC
MC
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MB
MB
MB
MB
MB
MC
Rated Voltage (VDC)
1000
500
650
1000
1200
1700
500
650
1000
1200
1700
2000
472
512
562
622
682
752
822
912
103
123
153
183
223
273
333
393
473
563
683
823
104
124
154
184
224
650
4,700 pF
5,100 pF
5,600 pF
6,200 pF
6,800 pF
7,500 pF
8,200 pF
9,100 pF
10,000 pF
12,000 pF
15,000 pF
18,000 pF
22,000 pF
27,000 pF
33,000 pF
39,000 pF
47,000 pF
56,000 pF
68,000 pF
82,000 pF
0.1 µF
0.12 µF
0.15 µF
0.18 µF
0.22 µF
500
Capacitance Tolerance
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
Voltage Code
C
C
W
J
C
W
J
G
Capacitance
Code
Capacitance
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
J
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
K
Case Size/Series
W D
1812
CKC18C
D E
2220
CKC22C
D E
3640
CKC33C
Note: Flexible termination available only for EIA 1812 and 2220.
Table 2 – Chip Thickness/Tape & Reel Packaging Quantities
Plastic Quantity
Thickness
Code
Case
Size1
Thickness ±
Range (mm)
7" Reel
13" Reel
GD
GH
GK
GM
GO
JE
JK
1812
1812
1812
1812
1812
2220
2220
1.25 ± 0.15
1.40 ± 0.15
1.60 ± 0.20
2.00 ± 0.20
2.50 ± 0.20
1.40 ± 0.15
1.60 ± 0.20
1,000
1,000
1,000
500
500
1,000
1,000
Thickness
Code
Case
Size1
Thickness ±
Range (mm)
7" Reel
Plastic Quantity
Thickness
Code
Case
Size1
Thickness ±
Range (mm)
7" Reel
13" Reel
4,000
4,000
4,000
2,000
2,000
4,000
4,000
JL
JN
MA
MB
MC
2220
2220
3640
3640
3640
2.00 ± 0.20
2.50 ± 0.20
1.40 ± 0.15
2.00 ± 0.20
2.50 ± 0.20
500
500
250
250
250
2,000
2,000
1,000
1,000
1,000
13" Reel
Thickness
Code
Case
Size1
Thickness ±
Range (mm)
7" Reel
13" Reel
Plastic Quantity
Plastic Quantity
Package quantity based on finished chip thickness specifications.
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Table 3 – Performance & Reliability: Test Methods and Conditions
Test
Reference
Test Condition
Limits
Visual and
Mechanical
KEMET
Internal
No defects that may affect performance (10X)
Dimensions according KEMET Spec Sheet
Capacitance
(Cap)
KEMET
Internal
Dissipation
Factor (DF)
KEMET
Internal
Insulation
Resistance
(IR)
KEMET
Internal
1 kHz ±50 Hz and 1.0 ±0.2 Vrms if capacitance
Capacitance measurements (including tolerance) are
indexed to a referee time of 1,000 hours
1 kHz ±50 Hz and 1.0 ±0.2 Vrms
500 VDC applied for 120±5 seconds at 25°C
Within Tolerance
Dissipation factor (DF) maximum limit at 25°C =
0.1%
Within Specification
To obtain IR limit, divide MΩ-µF value by the
capacitance and compare to GΩ limit. Select the
lower of the two limits.
1,000 MΩ-µF or 100 GΩ
Temperature
Coefficient of
Capacitance
(TCC)
Dielectric
Withstanding
Voltage
(DWV)
Frequency: 1 kHz ±50 Hz
Capacitance change with reference to +25°C
and 0 VDC applied.
* See part number specification sheet for voltage
KEMET
Internal
KEMET
Internal
Step
Temperature (°C)
1
+25°C
2
−55°C
3
+25°C (Reference)
4
+150°C
Rated
DC Voltage
DWV Voltage
(% of Rated)
500 V
150%
650 V
130%
≥ 1,000 V
120%
±30 PPM / °C
Cap: Initial Limit
DF: Initial Limit
IR: Initial Limit
Withstand test voltage without insulation
breakdown or damage.
(5 ±1 seconds and charge/discharge not exceeding 50 mA)
Aging Rate
(Maximum %
Capacitance
Loss/Decade
Hour)
KEMET
Internal
Maximum % capacitance loss/decade hour
0% Loss/Decade Hour
Shear stress test per specific case size,
Time: 60±1 seconds
Terminal
Strength
Case Size
Force
3640
18N
Kemet
Internal
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Table 3 – Performance & Reliability: Test Methods and Conditions cont.
Test
Reference
Test Condition
Limits
Standard Termination system 3.0 mm
Test time: 60±5 seconds
Ramp time: 1 mm/seconds
Board Flex
Solderability
J-STD-002
JESD22
Temperature
Method JA-104
Cycling
Biased
Humidity
No evidence of mechanical damage
AEC-Q200-005
MIL-STD-202
Method 103
Magnification 50X. Conditions:
a) Method B, 4 hours at 155°C, dry heat at 235°C
b) Method B at 215°C category 3
c) Method D, category 3 at 260°C
Visual Inspection.
95% coverage on termination.
No leaching
1,000 cycles (−55°C to +150°C)
2-3 cycles per hour
Soak Time 1 or 5 minutes
Measurement at 24 hours ±4 hours
after test conclusion.
Cap: Initial Limit
DF: Initial Limit
IR: Initial Limit
Load Humidity: 1,000 hours 85°C/85% RH and 200 VDC.
Add 100 K Ω resistor.
Low Volt Humidity: 1,000 hours 85°C/85% RH and 1.5 V.
Add 100 K Ω resistor.
Measurement at 24 hours ±4 hours
after test conclusion.
Within Post Environmental Limits
Cap: ±0.3% or ±0.25 pF shift
IR: 10% of Initial Limit
DF Limits Maximum: 0.5%
Moisture
Resistance
MIL-STD-202
Method 106
Number of cycles required 10, 24 hours per cycle.
Steps 7a and 7b not required
Measurement at 24 hours ±4 hours
after test conclusion.
Within Post Environmental Limits
Cap: ±0.3% or ±0.25 pF shift
IR: 10% of Initial Limit
DF Limits Maximum: 0.5%
Thermal
Shock
MIL-STD-202
Method 107
Number of cycles required 5, (−55°C to 125°C)
Dwell time 15 minutes.
Cap: Initial Limit
DF: Initial Limit
IR: Initial Limit
High
Temperature
Life
1,000 hours at 150°C with 1.0 X rated voltage applied.
MIL-STD-202
Method 108
Storage Life
1,000 hours at 150°C, Unpowered
Within Post Environmental Limits
Cap: ±0.3% or ±0.25 pF shift
IR: 10% of Initial Limit
DF Limits Maximum: 0.5%
Vibration
MIL-STD-202
Method 204
5 g's for 20 minutes, 12 cycles each of 3 orientations.
Test from 10 – 2,000 Hz
Cap: Initial Limit
DF: Initial Limit
IR: Initial Limit
Mechanical
Shock
MIL-STD-202
Method 213
1,500 g’s 0.5ms Half-sine, Velocity Change 15.4 ft/second
(Condition F)
Cap: Initial Limit
DF: Initial Limit
IR: Initial Limit
Add Aqueous wash chemical OKEMCLEAN
(A 6% concentrated Oakite cleaner) or equivalent.
Do not use banned solvents
Visual Inspection 10X
Readable marking, no decoloration or stains.
No physical damage.
Resistance to MIL-STD-202
Solvents
Method 215
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Surface Mount Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitors (SMD MLCCs)
KC-LINK™ for Fast Switching Semiconductor Applications, DC Link, Snubber, Resonator Capacitor, 150°C (Commercial & Automotive)
Table 4 – Chip Capacitor Land Pattern Design Recommendations per IPC–7351
KCLINK
CODE
EIA METRIC
SIZE
SIZE
CODE CODE
Density Level A:
Maximum (Most) Land
Protrusion
Density Level B:
Median (Nominal) Land
Protrusion
Density Level C:
Minimum (Least) Land
Protrusion
C
Y
X
V1
V2
C
Y
X
V1
V2
C
Y
X
V1
V2
18
1812
4532
2.15
1.60
3.60
6.90
4.60
2.05
1.40
3.50
6.00
4.00
1.95
1.20
3.40
5.30
3.70
21
2220
5650
2.75
1.70
5.50
8.20
6.50
2.65
1.50
5.40
7.30
5.90
2.55
1.30
5.30
6.60
5.60
33
3640
9210
4.45
1.70
10.70 11.60 11.70
4.35
1.50
10.60 10.70 11.10
4.25
1.30
10.50 10.00 10.80
Density Level A: For low-density product applications. Recommended for wave solder applications and provides a wider process window for reflow
solder processes. KEMET only recommends wave soldering of EIA 0603, 0805 and 1206 case sizes.
Density Level B: For products with a moderate level of component density. Provides a robust solder attachment condition for reflow solder processes.
Density Level C: For high component density product applications. Before adapting the minimum land pattern variations the user should perform
qualification testing based on the conditions outlined in IPC Standard 7351 (IPC–7351).
Image below based on Density Level B for an EIA 1210 case size.
V1
Y
Y
X
X
C
C
V2
Grid Placement Courtyard
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Automotive C-Spec Information
KEMET automotive grade products meet or exceed the requirements outlined by the Automotive Electronics Council.
Details regarding test methods and conditions are referenced in document AEC–Q200, Stress Test Qualification for Passive
Components. These products are supported by a Product Change Notification (PCN) and Production Part Approval Process
warrant (PPAP).
Automotive products offered through our distribution channel have been assigned an inclusive ordering code C-Spec, “AUTO.”
This C-Spec was developed in order to better serve small and medium-sized companies that prefer an automotive grade
component without the requirement to submit a customer Source Controlled Drawing (SCD) or specification for review by a
KEMET engineering specialist. This C-Spec is therefore not intended for use by KEMET OEM automotive customers and are
not granted the same “privileges” as other automotive C-Specs. Customer PCN approval and PPAP request levels are limited
(see details below.)
Product Change Notification (PCN)
The KEMET product change notification system is used to communicate primarily the following types of changes:
• Product/process changes that affect product form, fit, function, and/or reliability
• Changes in manufacturing site
• Product obsolescence
Process/Product change
Obsolescence*
Days Prior To
Implementation
KEMET assigned
Yes (with approval and sign off)
Yes
180 days minimum
AUTO
Yes (without approval)
Yes
90 days minimum
1
1
Customer Notification Due To:
KEMET Automotive
C-Spec
KEMET assigned C-Specs require the submittal of a customer SCD or customer specification for review. For additional information contact KEMET.
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
The purpose of the Production Part Approval Process is:
• To ensure that supplier can meet the manufacturability and quality requirements for the purchased parts.
• To provide the evidence that all customer engineering design records and specification requirements are properly
understood and fulfilled by the manufacturing organization.
• To demonstrate that the established manufacturing process has the potential to produce the part.
PPAP (Product Part Approval Process) Level
KEMET Automotive
C-Spec
1
2
3
4
5
KEMET assigned1
●
●
●
●
●
AUTO
1
○
KEMET assigned C-Specs require the submittal of a customer SCD or customer specification for review. For additional information contact KEMET.
● Part number specific PPAP available
○ Product family PPAP only
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Soldering Process
Recommended Reflow Soldering Profile
KEMET’s families of surface mount multilayer ceramic capacitors (SMD MLCCs) are compatible with wave (single or dual),
convection, IR or vapor phase reflow techniques. Preheating of these components is recommended to avoid extreme thermal
stress. KEMET's recommended profile conditions for convection and IR reflow reflect the profile conditions of the
IPC/J‐STD‐020 standard for moisture sensitivity testing. These devices can safely withstand a maximum of three reflow
passes at these conditions.
Preheat/Soak
Temperature Minimum (TSmin)
Temperature Maximum (TSmax)
Termination Finish
TP
100% matte Sn
150°C
200°C
Time (tS) from TSmin to TSmax
60 – 120 seconds
Ramp-Up Rate (TL to TP)
3°C/second maximum
Liquidous Temperature (TL)
217°C
Time Above Liquidous (tL)
60 – 150 seconds
Peak Temperature (TP)
260°C
Time Within 5°C of Maximum Peak
Temperature (tP)
30 seconds maximum
Ramp-Down Rate (TP to TL)
6°C/second maximum
Time 25°C to Peak Temperature
8 minutes maximum
TL
Temperature
Profile Feature
tP
Maximum Ramp-up Rate = 3°C/second
Maximum Ramp-down Rate = 6°C/second
tL
Tsmax
Tsmin
25
ts
25°C to Peak
Time
Note: All temperatures refer to the center of the package, measured on the
capacitor body surface that is facing up during assembly reflow.
Storage & Handling
Ceramic chip capacitors should be stored in normal working environments. While the chips themselves are quite robust in
other environments, solderability will be degraded by exposure to high temperatures, high humidity, corrosive atmospheres,
and long term storage. In addition, packaging materials will be degraded by high temperature – reels may soften or warp
and tape peel force may increase. KEMET recommends that maximum storage temperature not exceed 40°C and maximum
storage humidity not exceed 70% relative humidity. In addition, temperature fluctuations should be minimized to avoid
condensation on the parts and atmospheres should be free of chlorine and sulfur bearing compounds. For optimized
solderability chip stock should be used promptly, preferably within 1.5 years upon receipt.
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Construction
Standard Termination
Detailed Cross Section
Barrier Layer
(Ni)
Termination Finish
(100% matte Sn)
Dielectric Material
(CaZrO3)
Dielectric Material
(CaZrO3)
End Termination/
External Electrode
(Cu)
Inner Electrodes
(Ni)
End Termination/
External Electrode
(Cu)
Barrier Layer
(Ni)
Termination Finish
(100% matte Sn)
Inner Electrodes
(Ni)
Flex Termination
Detailed Cross Section
Dielectric Material
(CaZrO3)
End Termination/
Barrier Layer
External Electrode
(Ni)
(Cu)
Termination Finish
Epoxy Layer
(100% Matte
(Ag)
Sn/SnPb–5% Pb min)
Dielectric Material
(CaZrO3)
Inner Electrodes
(Ni)
End Termination/
External Electrode
(Cu)
Epoxy Layer
(Ag)
Barrier Layer
(Ni)
Inner Electrodes
(Ni)
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(100% Matte
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Tape & Reel Packaging Information
KEMET offers multilayer ceramic chip capacitors packaged in 8, 12, 16 and 24 mm tape on 7" and 13" reels in accordance
with EIA Standard 481. This packaging system is compatible with all tape-fed automatic pick and place systems. See Table 2
for details on reeling quantities for commercial chips.
Bar code label
Anti-static reel
®
Embossed plastic* or
punched paper carrier.
ET
KEM
Chip and KPS orientation in pocket
(except 1825 commercial, and 1825 and 2225 Military)
Sprocket holes
Embossment or punched cavity
8 mm, 12 mm
or 16 mm carrier tape
180 mm (7.00")
or
330 mm (13.00")
Anti-static cover tape
(0.10 mm (0.004") maximum thickness)
*EIA 01005, 0201, 0402 and 0603 case sizes available on punched paper carrier only.
Table 5 – Carrier Tape Configuration, Embossed Plastic (mm)
Embossed Plastic
Tape Size
(W)*
7" Reel
1812, 2220
12
8
8
3640
24
16
16
EIA Case Size
13" Reel
Pitch (P1)*
*Refer to Figure 1 for W and P1 carrier tape reference locations.
*Refer to Tables 4 and 5 for tolerance specifications.
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Figure 1 – Embossed (Plastic) Carrier Tape Dimensions
P2
T
T2
ØD0
P0
(10 pitches cumulative
tolerance on tape ±0.2 mm)
A0
E1
F
K0
B1
B0
S1
E2
W
P1
T1
Center Lines of Cavity
ØD1
Cover Tape
B1 is for tape feeder reference only,
including draft concentric about B0.
Embossment
For cavity size,
see Note 1 Table 4
User Direction of Unreeling
Table 6 – Embossed (Plastic) Carrier Tape Dimensions
Metric will govern
Constant Dimensions — Millimeters (Inches)
Tape
Size
12 mm
24 mm
D1 Minimum
R Reference S1 Minimum
T
T1
E1
P0
P2
Note 1
Note 2
Note 3
Maximum Maximum
1.5+0.10/−0.0
1.5
1.75±0.10
4.0±0.10
2.0±0.05
30
0.600
0.600
0.600
(0.059+0.004/−0.0)
(0.059)
(0.069±0.004) (0.157±0.004) (0.079±0.002)
(1.181)
(0.024)
(0.024)
(0.024)
1.5 +0.10/-0.0
1.5
1.75 ±0.10
4.0 ±0.10
2.0 ±0.10
30
5
0.250
0.350
(0.059 +0.004/-0.0)
(0.059)
(0.069 ±0.004) (0.157 ±0.004) (0.078 ±0.003)
(1.181)
(0.196)
(0.009)
(0.013)
D0
Variable Dimensions — Millimeters (Inches)
Tape
Size
Pitch
12 mm
Single (4 mm) and
Double (8 mm)
24 mm
16 mm
B1 Maximum
Note 4
22.25
(0.875)
E2
F
P1
Minimum
10.25
5.5±0.05
8.0±0.10
(0.404)
(0.217±0.002) (0.315±0.004)
11.5 ±0.10
16.0 ±0.10
3
(0.452 ±0.003) (0.629 ±0.004)
(0.118)
T2
Maximum
4.6
(0.181)
24.3
(0.956)
W
Maximum
12.3
(0.484)
24.3
(0.956)
A0,B0 and K0
Note 5
1. The embossment hole location shall be measured from the sprocket hole controlling the location of the embossment. Dimensions of embossment
location and hole location shall be applied independent of each other.
2. The tape with or without components shall pass around R without damage (see Figure 6).
3. If S1 < 1.0 mm, there may not be enough area for cover tape to be properly applied (see EIA Document 481 paragraph 4.3 (b)).
4. B1 dimension is a reference dimension for tape feeder clearance only.
5. The cavity defined by A0, B0 and K0 shall surround the component with sufficient clearance that:
(a) the component does not protrude above the top surface of the carrier tape.
(b) the component can be removed from the cavity in a vertical direction without mechanical restriction, after the top cover tape has been removed.
(c) rotation of the component is limited to 20° maximum for 8 and 12 mm tapes and 10° maximum for 16 mm tapes (see Figure 3).
(d) lateral movement of the component is restricted to 0.5 mm maximum for 8 mm and 12 mm wide tape and to 1.0 mm maximum for 16 mm tape (see
Figure 4)
(e) For KPS Series product, A0 and B0 are measured on a plane 0.3 mm above the bottom of the pocket.
(f) see Addendum in EIA Document 481 for standards relating to more precise taping requirements.
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Packaging Information Performance Notes
1. Cover Tape Break Force: 1.0 kg minimum.
2. Cover Tape Peel Strength: The total peel strength of the cover tape from the carrier tape shall be:
Tape Width
Peel Strength
8 mm
0.1 to 1.0 Newton (10 to 100 gf)
12 and 16 mm
0.1 to 1.3 Newton (10 to 130 gf)
24 mm
0.1 to 1.6 Newton (10 to 160 gf)
The direction of the pull shall be opposite the direction of the carrier tape travel. The pull angle of the carrier tape shall be
165° to 180° from the plane of the carrier tape. During peeling, the carrier and/or cover tape shall be pulled at a velocity of
300±10 mm/minute.
3. Labeling: Bar code labeling (standard or custom) shall be on the side of the reel opposite the sprocket holes. Refer to EIA
Standards 556 and 624.
Figure 2 – Maximum Component Rotation
°
T
Maximum Component Rotation
Top View
Maximum Component Rotation
Side View
Typical Pocket Centerline
Tape
Maximum
Width (mm) Rotation (
8,12
20
16 – 200
10
Bo
°
T)
°
s
Tape
Width (mm)
8,12
16 – 56
72 – 200
Typical Component Centerline
Ao
Figure 3 – Maximum Lateral Movement
8 mm & 12 mm Tape
0.5 mm maximum
0.5 mm maximum
Maximum
Rotation (
20
10
5
°
S)
Figure 4 – Bending Radius
Embossed
Carrier
16 mm Tape
Punched
Carrier
1.0 mm maximum
1.0 mm maximum
R
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R
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Figure 5 – Reel Dimensions
Full Radius,
See Note
W3
(Includes
flange distortion
at outer edge)
Access Hole at
Slot Location
(Ø 40 mm minimum)
W2
D
A
(See Note)
N
C
(Arbor hole
diameter)
B
(see Note)
(Measured at hub)
W1
(Measured at hub)
If present,
tape slot in core
for tape start:
2.5 mm minimum width x
10.0 mm minimum depth
Note: Drive spokes optional; if used, dimensions B and D shall apply.
Table 7 – Reel Dimensions
Metric will govern
Constant Dimensions — Millimeters (Inches)
Tape Size
A
B Minimum
C
D Minimum
12 mm
178±0.20
(7.008±0.008)
or
330±0.20
(13.000±0.008)
1.5
(0.059)
13.0+0.5/−0.2
(0.521+0.02/−0.008)
20.2
(0.795)
1.2
(0.047)
13.0 ±0.2
(0.521 ±0.008)
21
(0.826)
24 mm
Variable Dimensions — Millimeters (Inches)
Tape Size
12 mm
24 mm
N Minimum
50
(1.969)
W1
W2 Maximum
12.4+2.0/−0.0
(0.488+0.078/−0.0)
18.4
(0.724)
25 +1.0/−0.0
(0.984 +0.039/−0.0)
27.4 ±1.0
(1.078 ±0.039)
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Shall accommodate tape
width without interference
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Figure 6 – Tape Leader & Trailer Dimensions
Embossed Carrier
Punched Carrier
8 mm & 12 mm only
END
Carrier Tape
Round Sprocket Holes
START
Top Cover Tape
Elongated Sprocket Holes
(32 mm tape and wider)
Trailer
160 mm minimum
Components
100 mm
minimum leader
400 mm minimum
Top Cover Tape
Figure 7 – Maximum Camber
Elongated Sprocket Holes
(32 mm & wider tapes)
Carrier Tape
Round Sprocket Holes
1 mm maximum, either direction
Straight Edge
250 mm
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