Aluminum electrolytic capacitors Single-ended capacitors Series/Type: B43866 Date: December 2006 EPCOS AG 2007. Reproduction, publication and dissemination of this publication, enclosures hereto and the information contained therein without EPCOS' prior express consent is prohibited. Single-ended capacitors B43866 Up to 125 C Long-life grade capacitors for professional electronic ballasts Applications Energy-saving lamps Electronic ballasts Power supplies Automotive applications Features High ripple current capability Wide temperature range up to 125 C Construction Radial leads Charge-discharge proof, polar Aluminum case with insulating sleeve Minus pole marking on the insulating sleeve Case with safety vent Delivery mode Terminal configurations and packing: Bulk Taped, Ammo pack Cut Kinked PAPR (protection against polarity reversal): crimped leads, J leads, bent leads Refer to chapter "Single-ended capacitors - Taping, packing and lead configurations" for further details and ordering example. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 2 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Specifications and characteristics in brief Rated voltage VR Surge voltage VS 160 ... 350 V DC 1.1 VR Rated capacitance CR Capacitance tolerance 3.3 ... 220 F 20% M Dissipation factor tan (20 C, 120 Hz) VR 250 V DC: tan = 0.20 VR 350 V DC: tan = 0.25 Leakage current Ileak (20 C, 5 min) Self-inductance ESL Useful life 125 C, VR, IAC,R Requirements Voltage endurance test 125 C, VR Post test requirements Vibration resistance test Diameter (mm) 12.5 16 18 ESL (nH) 20 26 34 > 2000 h C/C tan Ileak 35% of initial value 3 times initial specified limit initial specified limit 2000 h C/C 30% of initial value tan 2 times initial specified limit Ileak initial specified limit To IEC 60068-2-6, test Fc: Displacement amplitude 0.75 mm, frequency range 10 ... 2000 Hz, acceleration max. 20 g, duration 3 x 2 h. Capacitor rigidly clamped by the aluminum case. IEC climatic category To IEC 60068-1: VR 250 V: 40/125/56 (40 C/+125 C/56 days damp heat test) VR 350 V: 25/125/56 (25 C/+125 C/56 days damp heat test) Sectional specification IEC 60384-4 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 3 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Dimensional drawings With stand-off rubber seal Diameters (mm): 10, 12.5, 16, 18 With flat rubber seal Diameter (mm): 20 Dimensions and weights Dimensions (mm) d +0.5 10 10 12.5 12.5 16 16 16 18 20 20 l 16 +1.0 20 +2.0 20 +2.0 25 +2.0 20 +2.0 25 +2.0 31.5 +2.0 20 +2.0 20 +2.0 25 +2.0 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. a 0.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 10.0 10.0 Page 4 of 24 b 0.60 0.05 0.60 0.05 0.60 0.05 0.60 0.05 0.80 0.05 0.80 0.05 0.80 0.05 0.80 0.1 1.0 0.1 1.0 0.1 Approx. weight g 1.9 2.6 3.6 4.5 5.5 7.5 7.8 8.0 10.0 12.0 B43866 Up to 125 C Overview of available types VR (V DC) 160 200 250 300 350 Case dimensions d x l (mm) CR (F) 3.3 10 x 20 3.9 10 x 20 4.7 10 x 20 6.8 12.5 x 20 10 10 x 16 15 10 x 20 10 10 x 20 12.5 x 20 x 20 12.5 x 25 22 10 x 20 12.5 x 20 12.5 x 20 12.5 x 20 16 x 20 33 12.5 x 20 12.5 x 25 12.5 x 25 16 x 20 16 x 20 47 12.5 x 25 12.5 x 25 16 x 20 18 x 20 20 x 20 68 16 x 20 16 x 25 20 x 25 100 16 x 25 16 x 31.5 220 16 x 31.5 18 x 35 20 x 25 20 Other voltage and capacitance ratings are available upon request. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 5 of 24 x 25 B43866 Up to 125 C Technical data and ordering codes CR 120 Hz 20 C F Case dimensions dxl mm VR = 160 V DC 10 10 x 16 22 10 x 20 33 12.5 x 20 47 12.5 x 25 68 16 x 20 100 16 x 25 220 16 x 31.5 VR = 200 V DC 10 10 x 20 15 10 x 20 22 12.5 x 20 33 12.5 x 25 47 12.5 x 25 68 16 x 25 100 16 x 31.5 220 18 x 35 VR = 250 V DC 10 10 x 20 15 12.5 x 20 22 12.5 x 20 33 12.5 x 25 47 16 x 20 100 20 x 25 VR = 300 V DC 22 12.5 x 20 33 16 x 20 47 18 x 20 100 20 x 25 ESRmax 120 Hz 25 C ESRmax 120 Hz 20 C Zmax 100 kHz 20 C IAC,R 100 kHz 125 C mA IAC,max Ordering code 100 kHz (composition see 105 C beolow) mA 1162 529 350 249 172 116 53 33.2 15.1 10.0 7.1 4.9 3.3 1.5 6.97 3.17 2.10 1.49 1.03 0.69 0.32 150 225 315 435 533 720 780 210 315 441 609 746 1008 1092 B43866A1106M*** B43866A1226M*** B43866A1336M*** B43866A1476M*** B43866A1686M*** B43866A1107M*** B43866A1227M*** 1162 774 529 350 249 172 116 53 33.2 22.1 15.1 10.0 7.1 4.9 3.3 1.5 6.97 4.64 3.17 2.10 1.49 1.03 0.69 0.32 158 195 278 360 435 548 765 825 221 273 389 504 609 767 1071 1155 B43866A2106M*** B43866A2156M*** B43866A2226M*** B43866A2336M*** B43866A2476M*** B43866A2686M*** B43866A2107M*** B43866A2227M*** 1162 774 295 350 138 65 33.2 22.1 8.4 10.0 4.0 1.9 6.97 4.64 1.77 2.10 0.83 0.39 158 195 310 360 530 920 221 273 434 504 742 1288 B43866F2106M*** B43866F2156M*** B43866W2226M*** B43866F2336M*** B43866W2476M*** B43866W2107M*** 295 197 138 65 8.4 5.6 4.0 1.9 1.77 1.18 0.83 0.39 310 450 560 920 434 630 784 1288 B43866W3226M*** B43866W3336M*** B43866W3476M*** B43866W3107M*** Composition of ordering code *** = Version 000 = for standard leads, bulk 001 = for kinked leads, bulk (for 10 mm) 002 = for cut leads, bulk (for 10 mm) 003 = for crimped leads, blister (for 16 mm) 004 = for J leads, blister (from d x l = 10 x 16 mm to 18 x 25 mm) 008 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 5.0 mm (from d x l = 10 x 16 mm to 12.5 x 25 mm) 009 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 7.5 mm (from d x l = 16 x 20 mm to 18 x 25 mm) 012 = for bent 90 leads, blister (for 16 and 18 mm) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 6 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Technical data and ordering codes CR 120 Hz 20 C F Case dimensions dxl mm VR = 350 V DC 3.3 10 x 20 3.9 10 x 20 4.7 10 x 20 6.8 12.5 x 20 10 12.5 x 25 22 16 x 20 33 16 x 20 47 20 x 20 68 20 x 25 ESRmax 120 Hz 25 C ESRmax 120 Hz 20 C Zmax 100 kHz 20 C IAC,R 100 kHz 125 C mA IAC,max Ordering code 100 kHz (composition see 105 C beolow) mA 4396 3721 3087 2142 3087 337 225 158 109 125.6 106.3 88.2 61.2 88.2 9.6 6.4 4.5 3.1 26.38 22.32 18.52 12.85 18.52 2.02 1.35 0.95 0.66 90 105 120 143 202 355 450 580 750 126 147 168 200 283 497 630 812 1050 B43866A4335M*** B43866A4395M*** B43866A4475M*** B43866A4685M*** B43866A4106M*** B43866W4226M*** B43866W4336M*** B43866W4476M*** B43866W4686M*** Composition of ordering code *** = Version 000 = for standard leads, bulk 001 = for kinked leads, bulk (for 10 mm) 002 = for cut leads, bulk (for 10 mm) 003 = for crimped leads, blister (for 16 mm) 004 = for J leads, blister (from d x l = 10 x 16 mm to 18 x 25 mm) 008 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 5.0 mm (from d x l = 10 x 16 mm to 12.5 x 25 mm) 009 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 7.5 mm (from d x l = 16 x 20 mm to 18 x 25 mm) 012 = for bent 90 leads, blister (for 16 and 18 mm) Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 7 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Useful life depending on ambient temperature TA under ripple current operating conditions1) Frequency factor of permissible ripple current IAC versus frequency f 1) Refer to chapter "General technical information, 5.3 Calculation of useful life" for an explanation on how to interpret the useful life graphs. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 8 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Taping, packing and lead configurations Taping Single-ended capacitors are available taped in Ammo pack from diameter 5 to 18 mm as follows: Lead spacing F = 2.5 mm ( d = 5 ... 6.3 mm) Lead spacing F = 3.5 mm ( d = 8 mm) Lead spacing F = 5.0 mm ( d = 5 ... 12.5 mm) Lead spacing F = 7.5 mm ( d = 16 ... 18 mm). Lead spacing 2.5 mm ( d = 5 ... 6.3 mm) Last 3 digits of ordering code: 007 Dimensions in mm d 5 F H W W0 W1 W2 H0 P P0 P1 I1 t h D0 2.5 18.5 18.0 5.5 9.0 1.5 16.0 12.7 12.7 5.1 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0 6.3 Toler- +0.8 0.75 0.5 min. 0.5 max. 0.5 1.0 0.2 0.5 max. 0.2 max. 0.2 ance 02 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 9 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Lead spacing 3.5 mm ( d = 8 mm) Last 3 digits of ordering code: 006 Dimensions in mm d 8 Tolerance F H W W0 W1 W2 P P0 P1 I1 t h 3.5 18.5 18.0 12.5 9.0 1.5 12.7 12.7 4.6 1.0 0.7 1.0 +0.8 02 1.0 0.5 min. 0.5 max. 1.0 0.2 0.5 max. 0.2 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 10 of 24 D0 4.0 max. 0.2 B43866 Up to 125 C Lead spacing 5.0 mm ( d = 5 ... 8 mm) Last 3 digits of ordering code: 008 Lead spacing 5.0 mm ( d = 10 ... 12.5 mm) Last 3 digits of ordering code: 008 Dimensions in mm d 5 6.3 F H W W0 W1 W2 H0 P P0 P1 I1 t h D0 5.0 18.5 18.0 5.5 9.0 1.5 16.0 12.7 12.7 3.85 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0 16.0 12.7 12.7 3.85 18.0 12.5 9.0 1.5 12.7 12.7 3.85 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0 15.0 15.0 5.0 1.0 0.2 0.5 8 10 20.0 5.0 12.5 Toler- +0.8 ance 02 19.0 19.0 0.75 0.5 min. 0.5 max. 0.5 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 11 of 24 max. 0.2 max. 0.2 B43866 Up to 125 C Lead spacing 7.5 mm ( d = 16 ...18 mm) Last 3 digits of ordering code: 009 Dimensions in mm d 16 F H W 7.5 18.5 18.0 18 *) Toler0.5 0.8 0.5 ance +0.75 W0 W1 W2 P P0 P1 I1 t P h D0 12.5 9.0 1.5 30.0 15.0 3.75 1.0 0.7 0 0 4.0 min. 0.5 max. 1.0 0.2 0.5 max. 0.2 1.0 1.0 0.2 *) Available only for case dimensions 18 x 20, 18 x 25 and 18 x 31.5 mm Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 12 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Packing units and box dimensions Ammo pack Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Case size dxl mm Dimensions (mm) Amax Bmax Cmax 5 x 11 345 55 240 2000 6.3 x 11 345 55 290 2000 8 x 11.5 345 55 240 1000 10 x 12.5 345 55 280 750 10 x 16 345 60 200 500 10 x 20 345 60 200 500 12.5 x 20 345 65 280 500 12.5 x 25 345 65 280 500 12.5 x 25 345 65 280 500 12.5 x 30 345 65 275 500 16 x 20 315 65 275 300 16 x 25 315 65 275 300 16 x 31.5 315 65 275 300 18 x 20 315 65 275 250 18 x 25 315 65 275 250 18 x 31.5 315 65 275 250 Page 13 of 24 Packing units pcs. B43866 Up to 125 C Kinked or cut leads Single-ended capacitors are available with kinked or cut leads. Other lead configurations also available upon request. Kinked leads Last 3 digits of ordering code: 001 With stand-off rubber seal Case size d x l (mm) With flat rubber seal Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 14 of 24 Dimensions (mm) a 0.5 10 x 20 5.0 12.5 x 20 5.0 12.5 x 25 5.0 12.5 x 30 5.0 12.5 x 35 5.0 12.5 x 40 5.0 16 x 20 7.5 16 x 25 7.5 16 x 31.5 7.5 18 x 20 7.5 18 x 25 7.5 18 x 31.5 7.5 18 x 35 7.5 18 x 40 7.5 20 x 20 10.0 20 x 25 10.0 20 x 40 10.0 22 x 30 10.0 22 x 35 10.0 22 x 40 10.0 B43866 Up to 125 C Cut leads Last 3 digits of ordering code: 002 With stand-off rubber seal Case size d x l (mm) With flat rubber seal Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 15 of 24 Dimensions (mm) a 0.5 10 x 12.5 5.0 10 x 16 5.0 10 x 20 5.0 12.5 x 20 5.0 12.5 x 25 5.0 12.5 x 30 5.0 12.5 x 35 5.0 12.5 x 40 5.0 16 x 20 7.5 16 x 25 7.5 16 x 31.5 7.5 18 x 20 7.5 18 x 25 7.5 18 x 31.5 7.5 18 x 35 7.5 18 x 40 7.5 20 x 20 10.0 20 x 25 10.0 20 x 40 10.0 B43866 Up to 125 C PAPR leads (Protection Against Polarity Reversal) These lead configurations ensure correct placement of the capacitor on the PCB with regard to polarity. PAPR leads are available for diameters from 10 mm up to 20 mm. There are three configurations available: Crimped leads, J leads, bent 90 leads Crimped leads Last 3 digits of ordering code: 003 With stand-off rubber seal With flat rubber seal Suggestion for PCB hole diameter Case size d x l (mm) Dimensions (mm) B 0.2 C 0.5 D 0.1 E 0.1 16 x 20 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.05 16 x 25 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.05 16 x 31.5 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.05 18 x 20 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 25 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 31.5 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 35 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 40 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 0.1 20 x 20 1.5 3.0 1.6 0.3 10.0 1.0 0.1 20 x 25 1.5 3.0 1.6 0.3 10.0 1.0 0.1 20 x 40 1.5 3.0 1.6 0.3 10.0 1.0 0.1 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 16 of 24 a 0.5 b B43866 Up to 125 C J leads Last 3 digits of ordering code: 004 Suggestion for PCB hole diameter Case size d x l (mm) Dimensions (mm) C 0.5 E 0.5 J 0.2 10 x 12.5 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 0.05 10 x 16 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 0.05 10 x 20 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 0.05 12.5 x 20 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 0.05 12.5 x 25 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 0.05 16 x 20 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.05 16 x 25 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.05 16 x 31.5 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.05 18 x 20 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 25 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 31.5 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 35 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 0.1 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 17 of 24 a 0.5 b B43866 Up to 125 C Bent 90 leads for horizontal mounting pinning Last 3 digits of ordering code: 012 Case size d x l (mm) Dimensions (mm) C 0.5 E 0.5 F 0.5 a 0.5 b 16 x 20 4.0 4.0 12.0 7.5 0.8 0.05 16 x 25 4.0 4.0 12.0 7.5 0.8 0.05 16 x 31.5 4.0 4.0 12.0 7.5 0.8 0.05 18 x 20 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 25 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 31.5 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 35 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 0.1 18 x 40 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 0.1 Bent leads for diameter 12.5 mm available upon request. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 18 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Overview of packing units and code numbers for case sizes 5 x 11 ... 16 x 31.5 PAPR Case size dxl Taped, Ammo pack mm Standard, bulk pcs. 5 x 11 2000 6.3 x 11 2500 2000 8 x 11.5 1000 1000 10 x 12.5 1000 750 10 x 16 100 500 1000 10 x 20 500 500 500 500 12.5 x 20 350 500 350 350 12.5 x 25 250 500 500 500 12.5 x 30 200 500 175 175 12.5 x 35 175 - 175 175 12.5 x 40 175 - 175 175 16 x 20 250 300 200 200 16 x 25 250 300 200 16 x 31.5 200 300 The last three digits of the complete ordering code state the lead configuration 000 Code 006 007 008 009 1) pcs. Kinked leads, bulk pcs. Cut Crimped J leads leads, leads bulk pcs. pcs. pcs. 2000 F (mm) d (mm) 3.5 2.5 5 7.5 1000 675 675 500 300 1) 225 1) 180 1) 150 1) 150 1) 200 200 120 200 200 200 120 250 250 344 344 120 001 002 003 004 012 8 5...6.3 5...12.5 16...18 Available upon request Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Bent 90 leads, blister pcs. Page 19 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Overview of packing units and code numbers for case sizes 18 x 20 ... 25 x 40 PAPR Case size dxl Taped, Ammo pack mm Standard, bulk pcs. pcs. Kinked leads, bulk pcs. Cut Crimped J leads leads, leads bulk pcs. pcs. pcs. Bent 90 leads, blister pcs. 18 x 20 175 18 x 25 150 250 175 175 200 200 120 250 150 150 200 200 18 x 31.5 120 100 250 100 100 150 150 120 18 x 35 100 100 100 150 150 150 18 x 40 125 100 100 120 72 20 x 20 125 125 125 200 20 x 25 125 125 125 200 20 x 30 100 100 100 120 20 x 35 100 100 100 120 20 x 40 100 100 100 120 22 x 30 80 100 100 22 x 35 80 100 100 22 x 40 80 100 100 25 x 40 40 100 The last three digits of the complete ordering code state the lead configuration 000 Code 007 008 009 001 002 Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. F (mm) d (mm) 2.5 5 7.5 4...6.3 6.3...12.5 16...18 Page 20 of 24 003 004 012 B43866 Up to 125 C Cautions and warnings Personal safety The electrolytes used by EPCOS have not only been optimized with a view to the intended application, but also with regard to health and environmental compatibility. They do not contain any solvents that are detrimental to health, e.g. dimethyl formamide (DMF) or dimethyl acetamide (DMAC). Furthermore, part of the high-voltage electrolytes used by EPCOS are self-extinguishing. They contain flame-retarding substances which will quickly extinguish any flame that may have been ignited. As far as possible, EPCOS does not use any dangerous chemicals or compounds to produce operating electrolytes. However, in exceptional cases, such materials must be used in order to achieve specific physical and electrical properties because no safe substitute materials are currently known. However, the amount of dangerous materials used in our products has been limited to an absolute minimum. Nevertheless, the following rules should be observed when handling Al electrolytic capacitors: Any escaping electrolyte should not come into contact with eyes or skin. If electrolyte does come into contact with the skin, wash the affected parts immediately with running water. If the eyes are affected, rinse them for 10 minutes with plenty of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical treatment. Avoid breathing in electrolyte vapor or mists. Workplaces and other affected areas should be well ventilated. Clothing that has been contaminated by electrolyte must be changed and rinsed in water. Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 21 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Product safety The table below summarize the safety instructions that must be observed without fail. A detailed description can be found in the relevant sections of chapter "General technical information". Topic Safety information Polarity Make sure that polar capacitors are connected with the right polarity. Reverse voltage Voltages polarity classes should be prevented by connecting a diode. Do not exceed the upper category temperatur. Upper category temperature Maintenance Mounting position of screw terminal capacitors Mounting of single-ended capacitors Robustness of terminals Soldering Make periodic inspections of the capacitors. Before the inspection, make sure that the power supply is turned off and carefully discharge the electricity of the capacitors. Do not apply any mechanical stress to the capacitor terminals. Do not mount the capacitor with the terminals (safety vent) upside down. Reference Chapter "General technical information" 1 "Basic construction of aluminum electrolytic capacitors" 3.1.6 "Reverse voltage" 7.2 "Maximum permissible operating temperature" 10 "Maintenance" 11.1. "Mounting positions of capacitors with screw terminals" The internal structure of single-ended capacitors 11.4 might be damaged if excessive force is applied to "Mounting the lead wires. considerations for Avoid any compressive, tensile or flexural stress. single-ended capacitors" Do not move the capacitor after soldering to PC board. Do not pick up the PC board by the soldered capacitor. Do not insert the capacitor on the PC board with a hole space different to the lead space specified. The following maximum tightening torques must 11.3 not be exceeded when connecting screw "Mounting torques" terminals: M5: 2 Nm M6: 2.5 Nm Do not exceed the specified time or temperature 11.5 limits during soldering. "Soldering" Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 22 of 24 B43866 Up to 125 C Topic Soldering, cleaning agents Passive flammability Active flammability Safety information Reference Chapter "General technical information" Do not allow halogenated hydrocarbons to come 11.6 into contact with aluminum electrolytic capacitors. "Cleaning agents" Avoid external energy, such as fire or electricity. 8.1 "Passive flammability" Avoid overload of the capacitors. 8.2 "Active flammability" Breakdown strength Do not damage the insulating sleeve, especially of insulating when ring clips are used for mounting. sleeves Please read Cautions and warnings and Important notes at the end of this document. Page 23 of 24 Reference Chapter "Capacitors with screw terminals" "Screw terminals accessories" Important notes The following applies to all products named in this publication: 1. 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We also point out that in individual cases, a malfunction of passive electronic components or failure before the end of their usual service life cannot be completely ruled out in the current state of the art, even if they are operated as specified. In customer applications requiring a very high level of operational safety and especially in customer applications in which the malfunction or failure of a passive electronic component could endanger human life or health (e.g. in accident prevention or life-saving systems), it must therefore be ensured by means of suitable design of the customer application or other action taken by the customer (e.g. installation of protective circuitry or redundancy) that no injury or damage is sustained by third parties in the event of malfunction or failure of a passive electronic component. 3. The warnings, cautions and product-specific notes must be observed. 4. In order to satisfy certain technical requirements, some of the products described in this publication may contain substances subject to restrictions in certain jurisdictions (e.g. because they are classed as "hazardous"). Useful information on this will be found in our Material Data Sheets on the Internet (www.epcos.com/material). Should you have any more detailed questions, please contact our sales offices. 5. We constantly strive to improve our products. Consequently, the products described in this publication may change from time to time. The same is true of the corresponding product specifications. Please check therefore to what extent product descriptions and specifications contained in this publication are still applicable before or when you place an order. We also reserve the right to discontinue production and delivery of products. Consequently, we cannot guarantee that all products named in this publication will always be available. 6. Unless otherwise agreed in individual contracts, all orders are subject to the current version of the "General Terms of Delivery for Products and Services in the Electrical Industry" published by the German Electrical and Electronics Industry Association (ZVEI). 7. The trade names EPCOS, EPCOS-JONES, BAOKE, Alu-X, CeraDiode, CSSP, MLSC, MotorCap, PhaseCap, PhaseMod, SIFERRIT, SIFI, SIKOREL, SilverCap, SIMID, SIOV, SIP5D, SIP5K, UltraCap, WindCap are trademarks registered or pending in Europe and in other countries. Further information will be found on the Internet at www.epcos.com/trademarks. Page 24 of 24