AC Line EMI Suppression and RC Networks
PME278, Metallized Impregnated Paper,
Class X1, 440 VAC
Overview Applications
Multilayer metallized paper encapsulated and impregnated For worldwide use as an electromagnetic interference
in self-extinguishing material, meeting the requirements of suppressor in all X1 and across-the-line applications.
UL 94 V0.
Benefits
Approvals: ENEC
Rated voltage: 440 VAC 50/60 Hz
Capacitance range: 0.001 0.15 F
Lead Spacing: 10.2 25.4 mm
Capacitance tolerance: 20%
Climatic category: 40/110/56, IEC 60068-1
Tape & Reel packaging in accordance with IEC 60286-2
RoHS compliance and lead-free terminations
Operating temperature range of 4 0C to +110C
100% screening factory test at 2,700 VDC
Highest possible safety regarding active and passive
afl mmabilit y
Customer Part Number
PME278 R A 5100 M R30
Capacitance
Series Rated Voltage (VAC) Lead Spacing (mm) Capacitance Code (pF) Packaging
Tolerance
X1, Metallized Paper R = 440 A = 10.2 The last three digits M = 20% See Ordering
B = 15.2 r e p r e s e n t s i g n i fi c a n t Options Table
C = 20.3 fi g u r e s . T h e fi r s t d i g i t
D = 22.5 s p e c i fi e s t h e t o t a l
E = 25.4 number of digits.
KEMET Internal Part Number
P 278 H E 102 M 440 A
Lead Spacing Capacitance Capacitance Rated Voltage
Capacitor Class Series Size Code Packaging
(mm) Code (pF) Tolerance (VAC)
P = Paper X1, Metallized H = 10.2 See Dimension First two digits M = 20% 440 = 440 See Ordering
Paper Q = 15.2 Table represent Options Table
C = 20.3 s ig n i fi c an t
S = 22.5 fi g u r e s . T h i r d
E = 25.4 d i g i t s p e c i fi e s
number of
zeros.
One world. One KEMET
KEMET Electronics Corporation KEMET Tower One East Broward Boulevard F3015_PME278_X1_440 4/6/2020 1
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 USA 954-766-2800 www.kemet.comFilm Capacitors AC Line EMI Suppression and RC Networks
PME278, Metallized Impregnated Paper, Class X1, 440 VAC
Benefits cont.
Excellent self-healing properties which ensure long life Impregnated paper ensures excellent stability and
even when subjected to frequent overvoltages reliability properties, particularly in applications with
Good resistance to ionization due to impregnated continuous operation
paper dielectric
Ordering Options Table
Lead KEMET Legacy
Spacing Lead Length Lead and Lead and
Type of Leads and Packaging
Nominal (mm) Packaging Packaging
(mm) Code Code
Standard Lead and Packaging Options
Bulk (Bag) Short Leads 6 + 0 /1 C R06
Bulk (Bag) Maximum Length Leads 3 0 + 5 / 0 A R30
10.2
Tape & Reel (Standard Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 L R19T0
0
Other Lead and Packaging Options
Tape & Reel (Large Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 P R19T1
0
Native 10.2
Ammo Pack H = 16.5 0.5 LAF3 R30XA
0
formed to 7.5
Standard Lead and Packaging Options
Bulk (Bag) Short Leads 6 + 0 /1 C R06
Bulk (Bag) Maximum Length Leads 3 0 + 5 / 0 A R30
15.2
Tape & Reel (Standard Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 L R19T0
0
Other Lead and Packaging Options
Tape & Reel (Large Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 P R19T1
0
Standard Lead and Packaging Options
Bulk (Tray) Short Leads 6 + 0 /1 C R06
Bulk (Bag) Maximum Length Leads 3 0 + 5 / 0 A R30
20.3
Tape & Reel (Standard Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 L R19T0
0
Other Lead and Packaging Options
Tape & Reel (Large Reel) H = 18 .5 +/- 0.5 P R19T1
0
Standard Lead and Packaging Options
Bulk (Tray) Short Leads 6 + 0 /1 C R06
Bulk (Bag) Maximum Length Leads 3 0 + 5 / 0 A R30
22.5
Tape & Reel (Standard Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 L R19T0
0
Other Lead and Packaging Options
Tape & Reel (Large Reel) H = 18.5 0.5 P R19T1
0
KEMET Electronics Corporation KEMET Tower One East Broward Boulevard F3015_PME278_X1_440 4/6/2020 2
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 USA 954-766-2800 www.kemet.com