Capacitor having an electrical termination
US11664163B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 30, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01G4/12
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A capacitor comprises a body of dielectric material in which an anode and a cathode are arranged in a stack. A capacitance-forming layer of the dielectric material is arranged between the anode and the cathode. The capacitor further comprises an electro-mechanical connection, which comprises a hole which extends into the body in the direction of the stack. The hole includes an electrical connector. The electrical connector is in electrical contact with either the anode or the cathode, comprises a compliant element, and is suitable for holding a contact pin. The compliant element is configured to decouple the body from mechanical forces applied to the contact pin. The compliant element reduces mechanical stresses experienced by the body of the capacitor. Also provided is a capacitor assembly comprising two or more such capacitors; a kit for assembling such capacitors, and the use of an electrical termination to protect a capacitor from stress.
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