Panasonic Industry announces significant capacity increase in compact case hybrid capacitors production
26 February 2025 Panasonic Industry Europe has announced substantial improvements in its hybrid capacitor production capacity, reported to further solidify its leadership position, particularly in the high-volume commodity segment of 6x6mm and larger, as well as in the more specialised 10x10mm and above range.
Hybrid capacitor technology Panasonic says it recognises that hybrid capacitors represent a significant future trend and growing market demand. These innovative components effectively combine the benefits of aluminum electrolytic and specialty polymer capacitors, resulting in high endurance, low equivalent series resistance (ESR), and exceptional tolerance for ripple and inrush currents, even in elevated temperature conditions.
With their stable electrical performance at high frequencies, Panasonic’s hybrid capacitors ensure maximum reliability across a wide range of applications. Additionally, their compact design allows for considerable space savings on circuit boards. This commitment to offering a comprehensive range of cutting-edge products is said to further solidify Panasonic’s position as a market leader in the hybrid capacitor segment. Strengthened market leadership In response to current industry trends, Panasonic says it is implementing a multi-site production strategy (Business Continuity Plan) in Malaysia, resulting in a significant increase in capacity, particularly as regards the compact sizes of ø 6x6mm and ø 10x10mm and larger, as exemplarily demonstrated in the following table.
The company says this strategic advancement not only strengthensits No. 1 position in the market but also extends its technological leadership by introducing hybrid cap series, that offer the highest ripple current capabilities and the largest capacitance in compact case sizes