New Vishay Intertechnology High Voltage MLCCs Deliver Extended Capacitance for Commercial Applications
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has unveiled a new series of surface-mount multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) for high voltage commercial applications. The VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC Commercial Series is available in seven case sizes from 1206 to 2225, featuring voltages up to 3000 VDC.
The devices come with two dielectric options: C0G (NP0) offering capacitance from 1.5 pF to 82 nF, and X7R providing capacitance from 100 pF to 100 nF. Manufactured using base metal electrode (BME) system with dry sheet technology, these MLCCs are designed for cost-effective implementation in various applications including energy generation, industrial automation, consumer appliances, telecom infrastructure, and medical instrumentation.
The components feature nickel barrier with 100% tin terminations and optional polymer terminations for enhanced board flexure damage protection. The devices are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green, with current availability and 18-week lead times.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) ha presentato una nuova serie di condensatori ceramici multilayer a montaggio superficiale (MLCC) per applicazioni commerciali ad alta tensione. La serie commerciale VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC è disponibile in sette dimensioni di involucro che vanno da 1206 a 2225, con tensioni fino a 3000 VDC.
I dispositivi offrono due opzioni dielettriche: C0G (NP0), che offre capacità da 1,5 pF a 82 nF, e X7R, che fornisce capacità da 100 pF a 100 nF. Fabricati utilizzando un sistema a elettrodo in metallo di base (BME) con tecnologia a foglio secco, questi MLCC sono progettati per un'implementazione economica in varie applicazioni, tra cui generazione di energia, automazione industriale, elettrodomestici, infrastrutture telecom e strumentazione medica.
I componenti presentano una barriera di nichel con terminazioni in stagno al 100% e terminazioni in polimero opzionali per una maggiore protezione contro i danni da flessione della scheda. I dispositivi sono conformi RoHS, privi di alogeni e Vishay Green, con disponibilità attuale e tempi di consegna di 18 settimane.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) ha presentado una nueva serie de condensadores cerámicos multicapa de montaje superficial (MLCC) para aplicaciones comerciales de alta tensión. La serie comercial VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC está disponible en siete tamaños de carcasa que van desde 1206 hasta 2225, con voltajes de hasta 3000 VDC.
Los dispositivos vienen con dos opciones dielectrónicas: C0G (NP0) que ofrece capacitancia de 1.5 pF a 82 nF, y X7R que proporciona capacitancia de 100 pF a 100 nF. Fabricados utilizando un sistema de electrodo de metal base (BME) con tecnología de hoja seca, estos MLCC están diseñados para una implementación rentable en diversas aplicaciones, incluyendo generación de energía, automatización industrial, electrodomésticos, infraestructura de telecomunicaciones e instrumentación médica.
Los componentes cuentan con una barrera de níquel con terminaciones de estaño al 100% y terminaciones de polímero opcionales para una mayor protección contra daños por flexión de la placa. Los dispositivos son conformes a RoHS, libres de halógenos y Vishay Green, con disponibilidad actual y plazos de entrega de 18 semanas.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH)는 고전압 상업용 애플리케이션을 위한 새로운 표면 실장 다층 세라믹 칩 커패시터(MLCC) 시리즈를 공개했습니다. VJ….W1HV 고전압 MLCC 상업 시리즈는 1206에서 2225까지의 7가지 케이스 크기로 제공되며, 최대 3000 VDC의 전압을 지원합니다.
이 장치는 두 가지 유전체 옵션을 제공합니다: C0G (NP0)는 1.5 pF에서 82 nF까지의 정전 용량을 제공하고, X7R는 100 pF에서 100 nF까지의 정전 용량을 제공합니다. 기본 금속 전극(BME) 시스템과 건식 시트 기술을 사용하여 제조된 이 MLCC는 에너지 생성, 산업 자동화, 소비자 가전, 통신 인프라 및 의료 기기 등 다양한 애플리케이션에 경제적으로 구현되도록 설계되었습니다.
부품은 100% 주석 종단이 있는 니켈 장벽과 선택적 폴리머 종단을 특징으로 하여 보드의 굽힘 손상 보호를 강화합니다. 이 장치는 RoHS 준수, 할로겐 프리 및 Vishay Green이며, 현재 사용 가능하며 18주 리드 타임을 가집니다.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) a dévoilé une nouvelle série de condensateurs céramiques multicouches à montage en surface (MLCC) pour des applications commerciales à haute tension. La série commerciale VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC est disponible en sept tailles de boîtier allant de 1206 à 2225, avec des tensions allant jusqu'à 3000 VDC.
Les dispositifs sont proposés avec deux options diélectriques : C0G (NP0) offrant une capacité de 1,5 pF à 82 nF, et X7R fournissant une capacité de 100 pF à 100 nF. Fabriqués à l'aide d'un système d'électrode en métal de base (BME) avec une technologie de feuille sèche, ces MLCC sont conçus pour une mise en œuvre économique dans diverses applications, y compris la production d'énergie, l'automatisation industrielle, les appareils électroménagers, l'infrastructure de télécommunications et l'instrumentation médicale.
Les composants présentent une barrière en nickel avec des terminaisons en étain à 100 % et des terminaisons en polymère optionnelles pour une protection accrue contre les dommages dus à la flexion de la carte. Les dispositifs sont conformes à la directive RoHS, sans halogène et Vishay Green, avec une disponibilité actuelle et des délais de livraison de 18 semaines.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) hat eine neue Serie von oberflächenmontierten Mehrschichtkeramikkondensatoren (MLCCs) für Hochspannungsanwendungen im gewerblichen Bereich vorgestellt. Die VJ….W1HV Hochspannungs-MLCC Commercial Series ist in sieben Gehäusegrößen von 1206 bis 2225 erhältlich und bietet Spannungen von bis zu 3000 VDC.
Die Geräte bieten zwei Dielektrikum-Optionen: C0G (NP0), das eine Kapazität von 1,5 pF bis 82 nF bietet, und X7R, das eine Kapazität von 100 pF bis 100 nF bereitstellt. Diese MLCCs werden mit einem System aus Basismetallelektroden (BME) und Trockensheet-Technologie hergestellt und sind für eine kosteneffiziente Implementierung in verschiedenen Anwendungen wie Energieerzeugung, industrielle Automatisierung, Haushaltsgeräte, Telekommunikationsinfrastruktur und medizinische Instrumentierung konzipiert.
Die Komponenten verfügen über eine Nickelbarriere mit 100% Zinnabschlüssen und optionalen Polymerabschlüssen zum verbesserten Schutz vor Beschädigungen durch Biegung der Leiterplatte. Die Geräte sind RoHS-konform, halogenfrei und Vishay Green, mit aktueller Verfügbarkeit und 18-wöchigen Lieferzeiten.
- Cost-effective manufacturing process using BME system
- Extended capacitance range compared to existing products
- Immediate availability for samples and production
- Long lead time of 18 weeks for order fulfillment
Insights
Vishay Intertechnology's new high-voltage MLCC series represents a strategic expansion of their passive component portfolio, targeting the growing demand for high-performance capacitors in power electronics applications. The introduction of these MLCCs with extended capacitance ranges addresses critical needs in renewable energy systems, industrial automation, and power management - all high-growth segments in today's electrification trend.
The technical specifications are particularly noteworthy: the C0G variants with 3000 VDC rating combined with capacitance up to 82 nF offer engineers significant design advantages in high-reliability applications where temperature stability is crucial. Meanwhile, the X7R variants push capacitance values to 100 nF at 2000 VDC, enabling more compact designs in power conversion circuits.
From a manufacturing perspective, Vishay's use of base metal electrode (BME) technology with dry sheet processing represents a cost-optimization strategy in a market where MLCC pricing has been volatile. This approach helps maintain margins while offering competitive pricing against major MLCC manufacturers like Murata and TDK.
The 18-week lead time is relatively standard in today's component market but indicates Vishay isn't experiencing significant capacity constraints for this product line. The polymer termination option adds value by addressing mechanical stress failures - a common issue in high-reliability industrial and automotive applications.
While this product launch alone isn't likely to significantly move Vishay's financial needle immediately, it strengthens their position in high-margin specialty passive components and aligns with their strategy of focusing on high-performance niches rather than competing in commodity MLCC segments dominated by larger Asian manufacturers.
Available With C0G (NP0) and X7R Dielectrics, Devices Feature Voltages to 3000 VDC and Capacitance From 1.5 pF to 100 nF in Seven Case Sizes From 1206 to 2225
MALVERN, Pa., Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new series of surface-mount multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) for high voltage commercial applications. Offered in seven case sizes ranging from 1206 to 2225, VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC Commercial Series devices extend the capacitance values of the company’s existing high voltage MLCCs with the ultra stable C0G (NP0) dielectric and are also available with the X7R dielectric for even higher capacitance.
The devices released today are manufactured in a base metal electrode (BME) system with a dry sheet technology process to reduce costs for a wide range of high voltage applications. The MLCCs will be used as input filtering, output filtering, and snubber capacitors for alternative and conventional energy generation, distribution, metering, management, and storage; industrial automation, motor drives, power tools, and welding equipment; consumer appliances; telecom mobile and fixed infrastructure; and medical instrumentation.
VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC Commercial Series devices with the C0G (NP0) dielectric offer high voltages to 3000 VDC, capacitance values from 1.5 pF to 82 nF, and a temperature coefficient of capacitance (TCC) of 0 ppm/°C ± 30 ppm/°C from -55 °C to +125 °C. X7R devices provide capacitance from 100 pF to 100 nF, voltages to 2000 VDC, and TCC of ± 15 % from -55 °C to +125 °C.
The MLCCs feature a nickel barrier with 100 % tin terminations and are available with polymer terminations for additional protection against board flexure damage. The devices are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green.
Device Specification Table:
| Dielectric | Case code | Maximum voltage (V) | Capacitance | |
| Minimum | Maximum | |||
| C0G (NP0) | 1206 | 3000 | 1.5 pF | 10 nF |
| 1210 | 3000 | 10 pF | 10 nF | |
| 1808 | 3000 | 2.2 pF | 3.3 nF | |
| 1812 | 3000 | 10 pF | 22 nF | |
| 1825 | 3000 | 10 pF | 39 nF | |
| 2220 | 2000 | 10 pF | 47 nF | |
| 2225 | 2000 | 10 pF | 82 nF | |
| X7R | 1206 | 2000 | 100 pF | 1.2 nF |
| 1210 | 2000 | 100 pF | 1.2 nF | |
| 1808 | 2000 | 150 pF | 1.8 nF | |
| 1812 | 2000 | 270 pF | 1.8 nF | |
| 1825 | 1000 | 1.0 nF | 100 nF | |
| 2220 | 1000 | 1.0 nF | 1.8 nF | |
| 2225 | 1000 | 1.0 nF | 1.8 nF | |
Samples and production quantities of the VJ….W1HV High Voltage MLCC Commercial Series devices are available now, with lead times of 18 weeks.
Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech.® Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.Vishay.com.
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Link to product datasheet:
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?28580 (VJ….W1HV)
Link to product photo:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/vishay/albums/72177720323985171
For more information please contact:
Vishay Intertechnology
Peter Henrici, +1 408 567-8400
peter.henrici@vishay.com
or
Redpines
Bob Decker, +1 415 409-0233
bob.decker@redpinesgroup.com
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