Capacitor Specifications and Guidance
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Table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacitance | 150 pF |
| Tolerance | ±1% |
| Rated voltage | DC 100 V |
| Dielectric / Temp. characteristic | C0G (EIA), 0 ±30 ppm/°C (25 to 125 °C) |
| Operating temperature range | −55 to +125 °C |
| Insulation resistance (IR), 25 °C | ≥ 10,000 MΩ or 500 Ω·F (whichever is smaller) |
| Q / DF measurement conditions | Cap/Q/DF measured at 1.0 ±0.1 MHz, 0.5–5.0 Vrms |
| Q spec (C ≥ 30 pF) | Q ≥ 1000 (at 1 MHz per table conditions) |
| Size (0603 / 1608 metric) | L 1.6 ± 0.1 mm, W 0.8 ± 0.1 mm, T 0.8 ± 0.1 mm |
| Qualification | Datasheet states applicability to “Chip MLCCs for Automotive” and includes “AEC‑Q200 Murata Standard Specification and Test Methods” |
- Operating temperature and self-heating
- “The surface temperature of the capacitor shall not exceed the maximum operating temperature including self-heating.”
- For DC rated voltage products less than 100 VDC: “The load should be contained so that the self-heating of the capacitor body remains below 20°C when measuring at an ambient temperature of 25°C.”
- Practical takeaway: Regardless of rating, verify the part’s surface temperature in your actual AC/pulse/RF conditions and keep it within the −55 to +125 °C operating range (including any self-heating).
- AC/pulse/high-frequency use
- When used with AC or pulse voltages, “check the self-heating condition” as dielectric loss can generate heat. Confirm the capacitor’s surface temperature remains within limits.
- DC-bias and aging notes in the datasheet apply to “high dielectric constant type” capacitors. This part is C0G (Class 1), so the strong DC-bias reduction and aging behavior discussed for Class 2 types (e.g., X7R) are not the concern here. Still measure in-circuit if your environment is extreme.
- Mounting/mechanical stress (board flex crack prevention)
- Minimize board bending near the part; orient chips to reduce stress relative to the panel break direction; keep adequate distance from V-grooves/score lines and screw holes; use support pins during test/probing; avoid excessive solder volume that increases crack risk.
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