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[Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/DC%20Fast%20Charging.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-dc-fast-charging-changes-the-rules-for-capacitor-selection) DC fast charging (DCFC) infrastructure is scaling aggressively. The global market is expected to reach [$20 billion by 2035](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/global-ev-charging-cable-market-144500317.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAGESZb8r6Cjx3wmMxWihjLt388B0pvPshoTZx03we4HYvVBOzHnrOgdOGiVbB7wWo47YKUE6ZbW_MMr0LOpSpEmt1I9EjoV0Jv8sl1mLdfr8EgU3jzqpok6q0R_zamP1EzeuETP5h4ANvYgjtItOi1Mz6vucOzRk2WpDDPXkc-Wk), [charger power levels have reached 350-480 kW](https://www.transportation.gov/rural/ev/toolkit/ev-basics/charging-speeds), and the U.S. is moving toward [100,000+ Level 3 ports by 2027](https://www.greencars.com/news/nevi-charging-network-reboots-in-2026). [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-dc-fast-charging-changes-the-rules-for-capacitor-selection) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-dc-fast-charging-changes-the-rules-for-capacitor-selection#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles) ## [Type BLS Capacitors Offer a Reliable Solution for High Humidity Environments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/type-bls-capacitors-offer-a-reliable-solution-for-high-humidity-environments) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Aug 13, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Type%20BLS%20Capacitors.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/type-bls-capacitors-offer-a-reliable-solution-for-high-humidity-environments) Operating in high humidity settings exposes electronic components to severe degradation risks. Moisture leads to corrosion, insulation breakdown and reduced lifespan over time. Expertly engineered components enable reliable performance under these harsh conditions. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/type-bls-capacitors-offer-a-reliable-solution-for-high-humidity-environments) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/type-bls-capacitors-offer-a-reliable-solution-for-high-humidity-environments#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles), [Energy](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/energy) ## [Extending the Range and Performance of Class I Ceramic C0G Series Capacitors for Power Converter Applications](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/extending-the-range-and-performance-of-class-i-ceramic-c0g-series-capacitors-for-power-converter-applications) Posted by [Jonathan So](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/jonathan-so) on Jun 4, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Class%20I%20Ceramic%20C0G%20Series.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/extending-the-range-and-performance-of-class-i-ceramic-c0g-series-capacitors-for-power-converter-applications) Improving overall system performance starts with foundational component selections. Growing demand for high-energy, reliable and compact converters in electric vehicles (EVs) and other industrial and energy applications is encouraging development in components likemultilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). MLCCs are known for their excellent electrical properties, reliability, and compact size; however, the demands they face only continue to grow. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/extending-the-range-and-performance-of-class-i-ceramic-c0g-series-capacitors-for-power-converter-applications) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/extending-the-range-and-performance-of-class-i-ceramic-c0g-series-capacitors-for-power-converter-applications#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [News and Events](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/news-and-events), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles), [Energy](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/energy) ## [Looking Closer at Smoothing Capacitors in Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-smoothing-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles) Posted by [Simon Mao](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/simon-mao) on Oct 16, 2024 8:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![charge](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/charge.jpeg)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-smoothing-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles) In power electronics, rectification is the conversion of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). After the AC signal enters a rectifier circuit consisting of power diodes, the resulting raw rectified waveform yields a series of half sine waves with significant ripple. In order to minimize the pulsating DC voltage, a smoothing capacitor is placed in parallel with the load across the rectifier output. As the rectifier voltage rises, the capacitor charges and stores energy like a reservoir. Then when the rectifier voltage falls, the capacitor discharges, greatly reducing the ripple voltage. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-smoothing-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-smoothing-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles) ## [Looking Closer at DC Link Capacitors in Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-dc-link-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Jul 3, 2024 8:44:22 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![ev_engine_ctr](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/ev_engine_ctr.jpeg)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-dc-link-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles) DC link capacitors are commonly used in power converters as an intermediary buffer between an input source to an output load that have different instantaneous power, voltages, and frequencies. In electric vehicle (EV) applications, DC link capacitors help offset the effects of inductance in inverters, motor controllers, and battery systems. They also serve as filters that protect EV subsystems from voltage spikes, surges, and electromagnetic interference (EMI). [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-dc-link-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/looking-closer-at-dc-link-capacitors-in-electric-vehicles#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles) ## [Exploring the Capacitor Technologies Needed in Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-technologies-needed-in-electric-vehicles) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on May 8, 2024 8:14:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/EV%20Capacitor%20Technologies.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-technologies-needed-in-electric-vehicles) The electrical power systems in most modern technologies, like electric vehicles (EVs), are complex. In EVs specifically, power systems are responsible for performing many tasks such as converting AC to DC and DC to AC as well as managing changing power levels in DC/DC conversion. When performing these tasks, manipulating AC voltages and removing noise from DC voltage requires passive components such as capacitors, to perform many “jobs” inside the power system. But no single capacitor type can perform all these jobs since each one has different requirements for voltage, size, temperature, and reliability. Therefore, a variety of capacitor technologies, such as ceramic, film, and aluminum, are required to meet all these needs. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-technologies-needed-in-electric-vehicles) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-technologies-needed-in-electric-vehicles#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles) ## [Examining the Latest Electric Vehicle Technology Trends](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-the-latest-electric-vehicle-technology-trends) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Apr 17, 2024 8:11:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Examining the Latest Electric Vehicle Technology Trends](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Examining%20the%20Latest%20Electric%20Vehicle%20Technology%20Trends.jpg)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-the-latest-electric-vehicle-technology-trends) The market demands and technology trends that impact all aspects of electric vehicle (EV) development are constantly evolving. As trends change, so do the requirements for EV power systems, which impacts the demands placed on the components we supply. Therefore, we feel it is our duty to stay on top of shifting EV trends and share what we are seeing with our customers. This blog looks at three key trends impacting EV development that we are currently monitoring around shifting semiconductor development, in-vehicle system integration as a way to control costs, and the evolution of the EV charging ecosystem. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-the-latest-electric-vehicle-technology-trends) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-the-latest-electric-vehicle-technology-trends#comments-listing) Topics: [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles) ## [Examining Trends in Power Electronics](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-trends-in-power-electronics) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Feb 21, 2024 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Examining Trends in Power Electronics](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Examining%20Trends%20in%20Power%20Electronics.jpg)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-trends-in-power-electronics) At Knowles, it is our mission to provide specialty components that meet even the toughest performance and reliability requirements, especially for applications where failure is not an option. But, markets and requirements are constantly changing, which means we must closely monitor the trends impacting all the industries and applications where you might find our components. One area where we are seeing rapid innovation spanning the industries we serve is power electronics. At a high level, the trends driving power electronics innovation are largely centered around methods for providing more energy more efficiently while using smaller components. Below are four key power electronics trends we are currently monitoring and a how we can help you stay on top of each trend with your designs.   [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-trends-in-power-electronics) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/examining-trends-in-power-electronics#comments-listing) Topics: [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles), [High Reliability](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/high-reliability), [Energy](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/energy), [Industrial](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/industrial) ## [AEC-Q200 Leaded Standoff MLCC for Automotive Applications](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/aec-q200-leaded-standoff-mlcc-for-automotive-applications) Posted by [Matt Johnson](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/matt-johnson) on Feb 14, 2024 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![AEC-Q200 Leaded Standoff MLCC for Automotive Applications](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Leaded%20Standoffs%20for%20Automative%20Applications%20(2).png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/aec-q200-leaded-standoff-mlcc-for-automotive-applications) To help PCBs and other physically connected components survive vibration, board bending, thermal mismatching, and stress during thermal cycling, Knowles Precision Devices has launched a range of leaded standoff components, [Metal Frame J-Lead Terminal MLCCs,](https://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/AEC-Q200/Std-High-Voltage/X7R-Metal-Frame-J-Lead-Terminal) that are qualified to AEC-Q200. AEC-Q200 is the global standard for stress resistance in passive electronic components in automotive applications.  [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/aec-q200-leaded-standoff-mlcc-for-automotive-applications) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/aec-q200-leaded-standoff-mlcc-for-automotive-applications#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Automotive](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/automotive) ## [Today’s RF Power Applications Require Understanding Equivalent Series Resistance & Q Factor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-equivalent-series-resistance) Posted by [Steve Hopwood](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/steve-hopwood) on Dec 20, 2023 6:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Today’s RF Power Applications Require Understanding Equivalent Series Resistance & Q Factor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Today%E2%80%99s%20RF%20Power%20Applications%20Require%20Understanding%20Equivalent%20Series%20Resistance%20%26%20Q%20Factor.jpg)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-equivalent-series-resistance) As a fundamental component of circuit design, **equivalent series resistance (ESR)** is the measurement of all the non-ideal electrical resistances in series with a capacitor. When current flows through a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) due to application of alternating voltage, heat is generated in the MLCC due to the losses, specifically ESR. As a result, this self-heating can cause various performance and reliability issues in the circuits of today’s more complex and smaller electronic systems. 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