Description

The A700V686M006ATE018 is a polymer capacitor model designed and manufactured by KEMET specifically for power management applications. This model is part of the AO-CAP family, which is KEMET's entry into the world of aluminum capacitors.

Specifications and features

• Polymer Cathode Technology
• Extremely Low ESR
• High Frequency Capacitance Retention
• Non-ignition Failure Mode
• Capacitance: 22 to 470 µF
• Self-healing Mechanism
• -55° to +125°C Capability
• No temperature voltage Derating Up To 125°C
• Robust to Surface Mount Process
• 100% Accelerated Steady State Aging
• Pb Free and RoHS Compliant
• Solid-state Technology
• Molded Case with Wraparound Termination
• Voltage: 2 to 10V
• No Reformation Required
• EIA Standard Case Size
• No Dry-out Related Failure Mechanism

Application Scenarios

The A700V686M006ATE018 is suitable for a variety of applications including but not limited to:

• Input/Output Filters for voltage regulators, converters, and SMPS
• Battery Decoupling (portable, handheld electronics)
• Power Decoupling (Processor, Transmitter circuits)
• Bulk Capacitor Requirements

Comparison

• Capacitance retention
• Low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance)
• High reliability with no ignition failure mode
• Wide temperature range (-55°C to +125°C)

• May not be suitable for applications requiring higher voltage ratings
• May not be suitable for applications requiring higher capacitance values