Application Brief

KEMET Organic Capacitor
(KO-CAP)
AUTOMOTIVE
Electronic Components
T591 High Performance Automotive Grade
Polymer 105°C / 125°C
Why Choose KEMET
Programs Supported
KEMET Electronics Corporation is a leading global
supplier of electronic components. We offer our
customers the broadest selection of capacitor
technologies in the industry, along with an
expanding range of electromechanical devices,
electromagnetic compatibility solutions and
supercapacitors. Our vision is to be the preferred
supplier of electronic component solutions for
customers demanding the highest standards of
quality, delivery and service.
Decoupling and filtering in a variety of market segments with special
emphasis in automotive applications:
Features & Benefits
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Ultra-low ESR
Polymer cathode technology
Non-ignition failure mode
Qualification package based on AEC-Q200
High reliability up to 500 hours with 85°C /
85% RH load
TS 16949 certified plant
Halogen-free epoxy
RoHS compliance and lead-free terminations
Laser marked case
Product Checklist
• What is the circuit operating voltage?
• What is the application temperature?
• Is your application subject to humidity
conditions? If yes, what is the maximum
humidity level?
• Does your application require PPAP/PSW?
• What is the necessary reliability level?
• Are there any physical space restrictions?
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Infotainment
Advanced driver assist systems
DC/DC converters
Industrial
Telecommunications
Performance/Physical Characteristics
Case Size
Tolerances
Dielectric
Temperature Range
Voltage Options
Capacitance Values
M = ±20%
Ta2O5
-55°C to 105°C / 125°C
2.5 – 50 V
Up to 330 µF
T591
B
D
V
Ordering Information
T
591
D
Capacitor
Class
Series
Case Sizes
591 = Automotive
Grade Polymer
B, D, V
T = Tantalum
107
Capacitance
Code (pF)
First two digits
represent significant
figures. Third digit
specifies number
of zeros.
M
010
A
T
E025
Capacitance
Tolerance
Voltage
(VDC)
Failure Rate/
Design
Lead Material
ESR
M = ±20%
2R5 = 2.5
006 = 6.3
010 = 10
016 = 16
020 = 20
025 = 25
035 = 35
050 = 50
A=NA
T = 100% Tin (Sn)
Max. ESR in mΩ,
025 = 25 mΩ
For more information, samples
and engineering kits,
please visit us at www.kemet.com
or call 1.877.myKEMET.
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KEMET Organic Capacitor
(KO-CAP)
AUTOMOTIVE
Electronic Components
T591 High Performance Automotive Grade
Polymer 105°C / 125°C
Electrical Characteristics
ESR vs. Frequency
Capacitance vs. Frequency
Derating Guidelines
Maximum Recommended
Steady State Voltage
Voltage Rating
Maximum Recommended Transient
Voltage (1 ms – 1 µs)
-55°C to 105°C
2.5 V < VR < 10 V
VR > 16 V
90% of VR
VR
80% of VR
VR
105°C to 125°C
2.5 V < VR < 10 V
60% of VR
67% of VR
VR > 16 V
54% of VR
67% of VR
% Rated Voltage
VR = Rated voltage
67%
60%
54%
Temperature (°C)
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