X5R Ceramic Capacitor
We offer X5R ceramic capacitors, known for their excellent temperature stability and wide operating temperature range. These capacitors are suitable for a broad range of applications where moderate capacitance variations with temperature are acceptable, making them a popular choice in consumer electronics and industrial equipment.

X5R Dielectric Ceramic Capacitor
We provide X5R dielectric ceramic capacitors, which exhibit a wide operating temperature range and moderate capacitance variation over temperature. These capacitors are well-suited for various applications where stable performance is crucial across a wide temperature range, such as in automotive electronics, industrial controls, and consumer electronics.
X5r Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
We provide X5R MLCCs, a versatile type of ceramic capacitor known for its wide operating temperature range (-55°C to +150°C) and moderate capacitance variation over temperature. These high-performance components are ideal for applications requiring stable performance across a wide temperature range, such as automotive electronics, telecommunications equipment, and industrial controls.

X5R Capacitor Working Principle
X5R capacitors work by utilizing a ceramic dielectric material with specific properties.
Dielectric Material: The core of an X5R capacitor is a ceramic material, often a barium titanate-based compound. This material has a high dielectric constant, allowing for high capacitance values in small packages.
Electrodes: Thin layers of conductive material (typically nickel or palladium) are deposited on the ceramic layers, forming alternating layers of conductor and dielectric.
Capacitance: When a voltage is applied across the capacitor, an electric field is created within the dielectric material. This electric field polarizes the dielectric, separating the positive and negative charges within the material. This charge separation creates a capacitance, allowing the capacitor to store electrical energy.
X5R Characteristics: The “X5R” designation indicates specific temperature characteristics. X5R capacitors exhibit a capacitance change of ±15% over a wide temperature range (-55°C to +85°C). This makes them suitable for applications where moderate capacitance variations with temperature are acceptable.
Key Points:
- X5R capacitors leverage the high dielectric constant of ceramic materials to achieve high capacitance values.
- The layered structure of electrodes and dielectric creates a large surface area for charge storage.
- The X5R designation signifies specific temperature characteristics and performance limits.
X5R Ceramic Capacitor FAQs
What are X5R ceramic capacitors?
X5R ceramic capacitors are a common type of electronic component known for their good temperature stability and wide operating temperature range. They are classified as Class II dielectrics, meaning they exhibit a moderate change in capacitance over a specific temperature range.
The “X5R” designation indicates the capacitor’s temperature characteristics. It signifies that the capacitance can vary by ±15% over a temperature range of -55°C to +85°C. This makes them suitable for a wide range of applications where moderate capacitance variations are acceptable, such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, and industrial equipment.
What does X5R mean in capacitor?
In the context of ceramic capacitors, “X5R” is a code that specifies the capacitor’s temperature characteristics.
This code indicates that the capacitance of the X5R capacitor can vary by ±15% over a temperature range of -55°C to +85°C.
This relatively wide temperature range and moderate capacitance variation make X5R capacitors suitable for various applications where stable performance across a temperature range is important, such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, and industrial equipment.
Is X5R better than Y5V?
Yes, generally, X5R ceramic capacitors are considered better than Y5V capacitors for most applications.
- Temperature Stability: X5R capacitors exhibit a more stable capacitance over a wider temperature range (-55°C to +85°C) compared to Y5V capacitors (-30°C to +85°C). This makes them more suitable for applications where temperature fluctuations are significant.
- Capacitance Variation: X5R capacitors have a narrower capacitance variation (±15%) compared to Y5V capacitors (±22% to +82%). This greater stability ensures more predictable circuit behavior.
While Y5V capacitors offer higher capacitance values for a given size, their greater capacitance variation and narrower temperature range limit their applicability in many situations.
X5R capacitors generally provide better performance in terms of temperature stability and capacitance variation, making them a preferred choice for many electronic applications.
Can I replace X5R with X7R?
In many cases, you can replace an X5R capacitor with an X7R capacitor.
Here’s why:
Higher Temperature Range: X7R capacitors have a wider operating temperature range (-55°C to +125°C) compared to X5R capacitors (-55°C to +85°C). This makes them suitable for applications that may experience higher temperatures.
Similar Characteristics: Both X5R and X7R capacitors exhibit similar capacitance variations over temperature (±15%). This ensures that replacing an X5R with an X7R will not significantly impact the circuit’s behavior in terms of capacitance changes.
Important Considerations:
- Voltage Ratings: Ensure the X7R replacement has a voltage rating that meets or exceeds the original X5R capacitor.
- Size and Footprint: Verify that the physical dimensions and mounting footprint of the X7R replacement are compatible with the existing circuit board.
- Cost: X7R capacitors may be slightly more expensive than X5R capacitors.
By carefully considering these factors, you can typically replace X5R capacitors with X7R capacitors in most applications, especially when higher operating temperatures are a concern.
X5R Ceramic Capacitor vs X7R
X5R and X7R are both types of ceramic capacitors, but they differ primarily in their temperature range and maximum operating temperature.
Temperature Range:
- X5R: Operates from -55°C to +85°C.
- X7R: Operates from -55°C to +125°C.
Capacitance Variation: Both X5R and X7R have a capacitance variation of ±15% over their respective temperature ranges.
Key Differences:
- Higher Temperature Operation: X7R capacitors are suitable for applications that experience higher temperatures, such as automotive electronics and industrial equipment.
- Application: X7R capacitors are generally preferred in applications requiring operation in more demanding thermal environments.
Sum up: X7R capacitors offer a wider operating temperature range compared to X5R capacitors, making them suitable for applications that may experience higher temperatures.
Note: While X7R capacitors offer a wider temperature range, both X5R and X7R exhibit similar capacitance variations over their respective operating temperatures.