Specification Guides

Capacitors are electronic components used for storing charge and energy. In their simplest form, capacitors consist of two conducting plates separated by an insulating material called the dielectric.

Ceramic capacitors have a dielectric made of ceramic materials.

Chip capacitors or surface mount capacitors do not have leads.

Film capacitors are insulated with polyester, polycarbonate, polypropylene, polystyrene, or other dielectric materials.

High voltage capacitors are used for storing charge and energy in high voltage applications. 

Tantalum capacitors are used in smaller electronic devices including portable telephones, pagers, personal computers, and automotive electronics.