--- title: Knowles Precision Devices Blog | Capacitor (5) description: Capacitor | Knowles Precision Devices Blog (5) --- [![Knowlescapacitors](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Knowlescapacitors_September2018/Images/knowlesPDWhite250w.png)](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/) - Capacitors - [Capacitor Overview](https://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors) - [Aerospace & Defense](https://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/Aerospace-and-Defense) - [High Q](https://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/High-Q) - [SMD Capacitors](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/SMDCap.aspx) - [MLCCs with Leads](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/Leaded-MLC-s.aspx) - [Single Layer Capacitor](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/Single-Layer-Capacitor.aspx) - [AEC-Q200](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/AEC-Q200.aspx) - [Broadband Blocks](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Products/Capacitors/Broadband-Blocks.aspx) - 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Solutions - [Inductors & Baluns](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/inductors-and-baluns) - [Military and Defense](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/rf-and-microwave-components-for-military-and-defense) - [mmWave for 5G](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/knowles-precision-devices-5g-filter-solutions) - [SatCom Products](https://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Solutions/SatCom-Products) - [High Reliability for Medical](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/high-reliability-capacitors-medical-implantable) - [High Voltage for Electric Vehicles](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/knowles-precision-devices-capacitors-for-electric-vehicles) - [Contact](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Contact.aspx) - [Careers](https://www.knowles.com/careers) - [Company](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Company.aspx) - Support - [Blog](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog) - [White Papers & Webinars](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/resources) - [Catalogs](http://dev.knowlescapacitors.com/Support/Catalogs.aspx) - [Video FAQs](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/videos) - [Capacitor Basics](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/knowles-precision-devices-capacitor-basics) - [Build To Print Basics](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/build-to-print-basics) - [Filter Basics](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/filter-basics) - [RF Components for Radar](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/knowles-precision-devices-radar-funadamentals) - [Design Tools](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Support/Design-Tools.aspx) - [Quality](https://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Support/Quality) - [Product Compliance](https://info.knowlescapacitors.com/product-compliance) - [Resources](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Support/Resources.aspx) - [LOGIN](http://www.knowlescapacitors.com/Special-Pages/Login.aspx) - ## Knowles Precision Devices Blog ## [Understanding RF Inductors via Their Key Characteristics and Applications](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-rf-inductors) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Apr 16, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Understanding%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20RF%20Inductors%20via%20Their%20Key%20Characteristics%20.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-rf-inductors) Inductors are a fundamental component in electronic circuits, but not all inductors perform equally across different frequency ranges. At high frequencies, standard power inductors suffer from increased losses, reduced efficiency, and undesirable parasitic effects. RF inductors, specifically designed for radio frequency and microwave applications, address these challenges by minimizing resistive losses, optimizing self-resonant frequency, and maintaining signal integrity. Here, we examine the distinguishing characteristics of RF inductors, highlighting how they differ from other inductor types and why they are essential in high-frequency applications. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-rf-inductors) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-rf-inductors#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [RF and Microwave](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/rf-and-microwave), [Filtering](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/filtering) ## [How Ceramic Capacitor Assemblies Improve Efficiency in Power and RF Applications](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-ceramic-capacitor-assemblies-improve-efficiency-in-power-and-rf-applications) Posted by [Matt Walker](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/matt-walker) on Apr 9, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Capacitor%20Assemblies.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-ceramic-capacitor-assemblies-improve-efficiency-in-power-and-rf-applications) By utilizing stacked configurations and advanced dielectric materials, capacitor assemblies optimize performance in power conversion and radio frequency (RF) signal management. These assemblies are designed to meet the demands of power electronics and radio frequency applications, where stability, efficiency, and compact design are important design considerations.  [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-ceramic-capacitor-assemblies-improve-efficiency-in-power-and-rf-applications) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/how-ceramic-capacitor-assemblies-improve-efficiency-in-power-and-rf-applications#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [RF and Microwave](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/rf-and-microwave), [Military and Aerospace](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/military-and-aerospace), [Filtering](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/filtering) ## [What Kind of Capacitors Does Knowles Make?](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/what-kind-of-capacitors-does-knowles-make) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Apr 2, 2025 8:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/What%20Kind%20of%20Capacitors%20Does%20Knowles%20Make%20(1).png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/what-kind-of-capacitors-does-knowles-make) Knowles makes a wide range of capacitors. To really understand the breadth of our offerings, it helps to look at the scale of energy storage they offer. From tiny bypass capacitors in medical implants to massive energy-storage banks used in fusion experiments, our products span an incredible range.  [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/what-kind-of-capacitors-does-knowles-make) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/what-kind-of-capacitors-does-knowles-make#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor) ## [The Essential Relationship Between Two Key RF Components](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-essential-relationship-between-two-key-rf-components) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Mar 19, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Relationship%20Between%20Two%20Key%20RF%20Components%20.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-essential-relationship-between-two-key-rf-components) [Capacitors and inductors](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/filter-basics-part-1-a-deep-dive-on-resistance-inductance-and-impedance) are two closely related components that frequently work together in RF circuit design. While both store energy, they do so in distinct ways. Capacitors store energy in an electric field and help regulate voltage changes, whereas inductors store energy in a magnetic field and resist changes in current.   [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-essential-relationship-between-two-key-rf-components) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-essential-relationship-between-two-key-rf-components#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [RF and Microwave](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/rf-and-microwave) ## [Understanding Energy Density and Power Density in Capacitor Applications](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-energy-density-and-power-density-in-capacitor-applications) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Feb 26, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Power%20Density.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-energy-density-and-power-density-in-capacitor-applications) Energy density and power density are essential, yet unique, metrics. Understanding the differences between them is crucial for designing efficient energy storage solutions. This blog explores those differences and their impact on capacitor performance. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-energy-density-and-power-density-in-capacitor-applications) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/understanding-energy-density-and-power-density-in-capacitor-applications#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Electric Vehicles](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/electric-vehicles), [Industrial](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/industrial) ## [Generating High Voltage Pulses with Marx Generators](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/generating-high-voltage-pulses-with-marx-generators) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Feb 19, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Marx Generators](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Marx%20Generators.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/generating-high-voltage-pulses-with-marx-generators) Pulsed energy drives a wide range of high-energy applications, from particle acceleration to [fusion research](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/exploring-our-energy-future-with-the-help-of-capacitors) and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) simulation. Marx generators play a critical role in generating those high-voltage pulses by amplifying lower voltage DC inputs. Here, we’ll cover how Marx generators operate, recent advancements enhancing their efficiency and reliability and the critical role of capacitors in shaping their performance.  [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/generating-high-voltage-pulses-with-marx-generators) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/generating-high-voltage-pulses-with-marx-generators#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Energy](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/energy) ## [SLCs vs. MLCCs: Which Capacitor Type is Right for My Application?](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/slcs-vs.-mlccs-which-capacitor-type-is-right-for-my-application) Posted by [Victor Lu](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/victor-lu) on Feb 12, 2025 7:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![SLCs vs. MLCCs: Which Capacitor Type is Right for My Application?](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/SLCS%20vs.%20MLCCS_Featured%20Sq.webp)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/slcs-vs.-mlccs-which-capacitor-type-is-right-for-my-application) Capacitors are essential passive components for designing any electrical circuit. But there are so many options to choose from with a wide range of specifications that it can be overwhelming to determine what capacitor may be the best fit for your application. One early decision that circuit designers must make is to determine if a single-layer capacitor (SLC) or multi-layer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) is the right fit for their application needs.  [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/slcs-vs.-mlccs-which-capacitor-type-is-right-for-my-application) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/slcs-vs.-mlccs-which-capacitor-type-is-right-for-my-application#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor) ## [The Benefits of Using Supercapacitors for Recloser Back-Up Power](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-supercapacitors-for-recloser-back-up-power) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Feb 5, 2025 8:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/Reclosure.png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-supercapacitors-for-recloser-back-up-power) To protect electrical grids from overloads and faults, utility companies can incorporate reclosers. When a fault occurs, this high-voltage circuit breaker automatically closes to isolate the faulty sections of the grid, allowing other areas of the grid to continue to operate safely. The recloser can then automatically test the electrical lines to determine if the issue has been resolved and reset itself, restoring power more quickly once a fault is cleared. Reclosers are also designed to perform remote switching, enabling utilities to manage their networks more efficiently. [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-supercapacitors-for-recloser-back-up-power) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-supercapacitors-for-recloser-back-up-power#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Energy](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/energy) ## [Supercapacitor Modules Bridge the Power Gap for No-Fail Systems](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/supercapacitor-modules-bridge-the-power-gap-for-no-fail-systems) Posted by [Peter Matthews](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/peter-matthews) on Jan 8, 2025 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/No%20Fail%20Systems%20(2).png)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/supercapacitor-modules-bridge-the-power-gap-for-no-fail-systems) With more and more mission-critical systems relying on electrical power, consistent and reliable backup power is essential to ensure uninterrupted operation. Facilities like data centers and hospitals leverage backup power to manage the short, but potentially catastrophic, delay between grid power failure and the start of long-term back up (e.g., local generation via diesel generators).   [Read More](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/supercapacitor-modules-bridge-the-power-gap-for-no-fail-systems) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/supercapacitor-modules-bridge-the-power-gap-for-no-fail-systems#comments-listing) Topics: [Capacitor](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/capacitor), [Medical](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/medical), [High Reliability](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/high-reliability), [Industrial](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/tag/industrial) ## [EIA MLCC Case Sizes: Past and Future](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/eia-mlcc-case-sizes-past-and-future) Posted by [Victor Lu](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/author/victor-lu) on Jan 2, 2025 10:15:02 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![EIA MLCC Case Sizes: Past and Future](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/hubfs/EIA%20MLCC%20Case%20Sizes_Featured%20Sq.webp)](https://blog.knowlescapacitors.com/blog/eia-mlcc-case-sizes-past-and-future) Standards are a form of technical infrastructure, and their influence is felt throughout the electronics industry. 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