AC Line EMI Suppression and RC Networks
PME271Y A–E Series Metallized Impregnated Paper,
Class Y2, 300 VAC
Overview
Applications
The PME271Y A–E Series is constructed of multilayer metallized
paper encapsulated and impregnated in self-extinguishing
material meeting the requirements of UL 94 V–0.
Typical applications include worldwide use as electromagnetic
interference suppressor in all Y2 applications, line-to-earth.
Benefits
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Approvals: ENEC, UL, CSA, CQC
Rated voltage: 300 VAC 50/60 Hz
Capacitance range: 0.001 – 0.15 µF
Lead spacing: 10.2 – 25.4 mm
Capacitance tolerance: ±20% for C > 0.1 µF, ±10% for C ≤ 0.1 µF
Climatic category: 40/115/56/B, IEC 60068–1
Tape and reel packaging in accordance with IEC 60286–2
RoHS Compliant and lead-free terminations
Operating temperature range of -40˚C to +115˚C
100% screening factory test at 3,000 VDC
• The highest possible safety regarding
active and passive flammability
• 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 ensures excellent
stability and reliability properties,
particularly in applications with continuous operation
Legacy Part Number System
PME271
Y
A
4100
M
R30
Series
Rated Voltage (VAC)
Lead Spacing (mm)
Capacitance Code (pF)
Capacitance
Tolerance
Lead and
Packaging Code
Y2, Metallized Paper
Y = 300
A = 10.2
B = 15.2
C = 20.3
D = 22.5
E = 25.4
Digits 2 – 4(3) indicates the first
three digits of the capacitance
value. First digit indicates the total
number of digits in the capacitance
value.
M = ±20%
(for C ≤ 0.1 µF)
K = ±10%
(for C > 0.1 µF)
See Ordering
Options Table
New KEMET Part Number System
P
272
H
E
102
M
300
A
Capacitor
Class
Series
Lead Spacing (mm)
Size Code
Capacitance Code (pF)
Capacitance
Tolerance
Rated Voltage
(VAC)
Lead and
Packaging Code
Y2, Metallized
Paper
H = 10.2
Q = 15.2
C = 20.3
D = 22.5
E = 25.4
See Dimension
Table
First two digits indicate the
two most significant digits
of the capacitance value in
picofarads. The third digit
is the number of following
zeros.
M = ±20%
(for C ≤ 0.1 µF)
K = ±10%
(for C > 0.1 µF)
300 = 300
See Ordering
Options Table
P = Paper
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F3017_PME271YA_Y2_300 • 4/25/2013
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