Driven by demands for a more robust and reliable component, the “Open Mode” capacitor was designed for critical applications where higher operating temperatures and mechanical stress are a concern. These components are widely used in automotive circuits as well as power supplies (input and output filters) and in general electronic applications; these delicate electronic devices will benefit from the intense protection of a “Fail Safe” capacitor.

The “Open Mode” capacitor greatly reduces the likelihood of a low-IR or short circuit condition in a circuit board flex situation. Should a crack occur during a typical flex condition, the capacitor may experience a drop in capacitance. However, a short is unlikely because a crack will not generally cross opposing electrodes. The added benefits associated with these components include no localized heat, no board burn up and no chance for a costly and catastrophic failure.

KEMET’s “Open Mode/Fail Safe” capacitors meet the requirements of the Automotive Electronics Council’s AEC-Q200-Rev C and are made with 100% pure matte tin-plated terminations, which allow for excellent solderability.

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