AN103 - HAND SOLDERING LARGE RADIAL LEADED CERAMIC CAPACITORS

High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors are typically larger components requiring additional handling and care when soldering onto a board or making sub-assemblies.  Due to the nature of the larger mass of ceramic materials, care and considerations should be given to avoid Thermal shock of the component.

Application Note 103 is intended for Manufacturing engineers and Technicians to help understand general guidelines and protocols for proper soldering techniques. Additional Application Notes are located on our web site for other types of soldering techniques such as Wave solder, Infrared, etc.

Space Expo Europe 2017 Another Successful Event

Space Expo Europe 2017 was a huge success.  We would like to thank our distributor, Protech GmbH, for the fantastic booth space and hospitality.  It was a pleasure seeing old friends and having the opportunity to create new business relationships.  If you have any questions regarding our capacitor product lines you can contact CalRamic directly or one of our Sales Distributors serving your area.

CalRamic Capacitor Education Series: Ceramic Materials Designations - AN109-4

In our continued education efforts, CalRamic Techologies presents our Ceramic Material Designations application note, AN109-4.  Based on U.S. Government Standards, this application note is one of the most important to help power supply engineers understand the dielectric choices offered in our catalog.  Focused on Class I, II and III capacitors, we help you decide on the capacitor that is best suited for your design and application.  There are vast differences in Class I - NPO type materials in relation to Class II -  X7R type materials.

The team here at CalRamic Technologies can also help you in determining which material is right for your application by contacting us.

Visit CalRamic at Space Tech Expo Europe, October 24-26

CalRamic Technologies will be exhibiting at the Space Tech Expo in Bremen, Germany, October 24-26.  Visit us at Booth E10 with our Distributor, Protec GmbH.

CalRamic Technologies is a leading producer of High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors for a variety of High Reliability Space level applications. Contact any one of our international distributors to help you or our factory directly regarding your application. We have a wide diversity of products and styles to suit your needs, and can customize for your specific application.

Contact CalRamic Directly for Northwest U.S.A. & Canada Sales

Northwest USA and Canada sales are now being handled directly by CalRamic Technologies LLC through our Reno, Nevada office.  The area includes: Idaho, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia.  Contact our Engineering Team for application questions or place an order directly by calling 775-851-3580.

CalRamic Commercial, Industrial & Medical High Voltage Capacitor Applications

CalRamic Technologies offers a diverse line of High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors that will suit your Commercial, Industrial and Medical electronics market needs.  Our applications engineering group will discussion the best possible HVC solution for your application.   We offer several in-stock, same-day shipping options or a custom design can be engineered  that is the best suitable dielectric for your application.  High Voltage Multi-layer, Surface Mount, and Disc capacitors are just some of the alternatives available for you.

High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors for Space and Military Applications

CalRamic Technologies offers a wide range of High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors used in Space and Military applications. Our Multi-layer Surface Mount Tabbed Capacitors for Ultra High Reliability Applications is available in a variety of C-V values and sizes.  As an example, this specific ceramic capacitor is recommended for Extreme Space Environments for the best Mechanical and Thermal Stress performances.  In most cases in-stock capacitors, used in Military and Space applications, can be shipped same-day.

For systems requiring 500V to 20,000V please reach out to our applications engineering team for custom designs and recommendations.  We look forward to working with you.

CalRamic Welcomes Two New Team Members!

CalRamic is announcing two new Administrative Team Members that have been selected to best serve our Clients, Representatives and Distributors.

Our new Office Manager, Marcie Obrien, comes to us with 18-years of office management experience.  She will be handling accounts and may be the first person you speak with when calling CalRamic.  We are looking forward to her contributions during this growth period.

Gina Izykowski is our new Customer Service Specialist.  She has over 15-years sales experience.  She will be working with Founder and Lead Engineer, Jeff Day, on your capacitor orders and application questions.

We are excited to have the experience and enthusiasm these ladies bring to CalRamic!

Handling Ceramic Capacitors - Application Note 112

There are a number of reasons Ceramic Capacitors are used in a variety of applications, but the care and handling of any electronic component are critical.  Proper handling guarantees the performance and long term reliability of the capacitor.  High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors offered by CalRamic Technologies, are typically larger than most found in the low voltage industry, which is attributed to the voltage design requirements.  These types of larger ceramic capacitors require proper handling to eliminate any thermal and Mechanical  stresses that may occur.

Ceramic capacitors are complex mechanical structures that can be easily damaged or contaminated if they are not handled with care. Undesirable results can occur through a multitude of circumstances and although the majority of issues may be obvious and addressed through intended inspection protocols and cleaning techniques, a small percentage may escape detection and may represent a latent failure condition that may not be evident until sometime after the part / system is out in the field. CalRamic Application Note 112 is intended to provide general guidelines for handling of ceramic capacitors. It reviews the importance of basic handling techniques and provides recommendations that when followed, will help to prevent associated problems from occurring.

6 Reasons to Consider CalRamic Technologies for your High Voltage Ceramic Capacitor Needs

Performance

High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors offered by CalRamic Technologies are designed to work in an extensive variety of applications with high-reliability.  We provide a wide variety of dielectrics with long-term performance ratings and are confident we can deliver the proper Capacitor for your application.

Reliability

Our well-established conservative design standards have allowed us to produce reliable performance components for Commercial, Military and Space applications worldwide.  Every Capacitor is manufactured with the highest quality materials, ensuring maximum Quality and Reliability for all of our products.

Customer Service

Here at CalRamic Technologies, our team is constantly engaged with our clients throughout all purchasing and manufacturing processes as needed.  Whether it be for discussion of the best capacitors for your application, a quick quote turnaround, expedited manufacturing/delivery, or product support post-delivery, we are with you every step of the way.  Our customer service is among the most prompt and thorough in the industry.

Lead Time

With Lean Manufacturing, our US-Based manufacturing facility quotes the lowest industry lead times for fabrication of our High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors.  We ship same-day from in-stock inventory and provide rapid prototype turnarounds.  We are very proud to have nearly 100% on-time delivery for all of our clients.

Price

With worldwide competition on our products, we aggressively look at how we can help you cut costs.  Lean manufacturing gives us the flexibility required to offer competitive pricing on larger volumes, while keeping maximum quality levels.

Integrity and Trust

We strongly believe in building and maintaining trust with our clients, providing the best possible service and establishing mutually beneficial long-term relationships.