AC Line EMI Suppression and RC Networks
P295 Series Metallized Impregnated Paper,
Class Y1, 500 VAC
Overview Applications
The P295 Series is constructed of multilayer metallized Typical applications include safety capacitors for bridging
paper encapsulated and impregnated in self-extinguishing of double or reinforced insulation applications requiring
material meeting the requirements of UL 94 V0. voltage test up to 4,000 VAC at 60 seconds. P295 Series
capacitors can be left in place during this test.
Benefits
Approvals: ENEC, UL, cUL, CQC
Rated voltage: 500 VAC 50/60 Hz
Capacitance range: 470 4,700 pF
Lead spacing: 15.0 mm
Capacitance tolerance: 20%
Climatic category: 40/115/56/B, IEC 600681
Tape and reel packaging in accordance with IEC 602862
RoHS Compliant and lead-free terminations
O p e r a ti n g te m p e r a t u r e r a n g e of 4 0C to +115 C
100% screening factory test at 4,000 VAC, 50 Hz, 2
seconds
Highest possible safety regarding active and passive
fla m ma b ili t y
Excellent self-healing properties ensure long life even when
subjected to frequent over voltages
Good resistance to ionization due to impregnated dielectric
High dV/dt capability
Impregnated paper provides excellent stability and
reliability properties, particularly in applications with
continuous operation
Part Number System
P 295 B E 471 M 500 A
Capacitor Lead Spacing Capacitance Capacitance Rated Voltage
Series Size Code Packaging
Class (mm) Code (pF) Tolerance (VAC)
P = Paper Y1, Metallized B = 15.0 See Dimension First two digits M = 20% 500 = 500 See Ordering
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P295 Series Metallized Impregnated Paper, Class Y1, 500 VAC
Ordering Options Table
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Lead Spacing
Lead Length Lead and
Nominal Type of Leads and Packaging
(mm) Packaging
(mm)
Code
Standard Lead and Packaging Options
Bulk Short Leads 6 + 0 /1 C
Bulk Maximum Length Leads 3 0 + 5 / 0 A
15
Tape and Reel (Standard Reel) H = 18 .5 +/ 0.5 L
0
Other Lead and Packaging Options
Tape and Reel (Large Reel) H = 18 .5 +/ 0.5 P
0
Dimensions Millimeters
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
L B
H
d
0.5
LL
p
Size
p B H L d
Code
Nominal Tolerance Nominal Tolerance Nominal Tolerance Nominal Tolerance Nominal Tolerance
BE 15.0 +/0.4 5.5 Maximum 12.5 Maximum 18.0 Maximum 0.8 +/0.05
BJ 15.0 +/0.4 6.5 Maximum 12.5 Maximum 18.0 Maximum 0.8 +/0.05
BL 15.0 +/0.4 7.5 Maximum 14.5 Maximum 18.0 Maximum 0.8 +/0.05
BQ 15.0 +/0.4 8.5 Maximum 16.0 Maximum 18.0 Maximum 0.8 +/0.05
Note: See Ordering Options Table for lead length (LL) options.
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