IEC 60384-14-1:2016

IEC 60384-14-1 ®
Edition 3.0 2016-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment –
Part 14-1: Blank detail specification – Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic
interference suppression and connection to the supply mains – Assessment
level DZ
Condensateurs fixes utilisés dans les équipements électroniques –
Partie 14-1: Spécification particulière-cadre – Condensateurs fixes
d'antiparasitage et raccordement à l'alimentation – Niveau d’assurance DZ

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IEC 60384-14-1 ®
Edition 3.0 2016-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment –

Part 14-1: Blank detail specification – Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic

interference suppression and connection to the supply mains – Assessment

level DZ
Condensateurs fixes utilisés dans les équipements électroniques –

Partie 14-1: Spécification particulière-cadre – Condensateurs fixes

d'antiparasitage et raccordement à l'alimentation – Niveau d’assurance DZ

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 31.060.10 ISBN 978-2-8322-3126-5

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 5
0 Blank detail specification . 5
0.1 General . 5
0.2 Identification of the detail specification . 5
0.3 Identification of the capacitor . 5
1 General data . 7
1.1 Recommended method(s) of mounting (to be inserted) . 7
1.2 Dimensions . 7
1.3 Ratings and characteristics . 7
1.4 Normative references . 8
1.5 Marking . 8
1.6 Ordering information . 8
1.7 Certified records of released lots . 8
1.8 Additional information (not for inspection purposes) . 8
1.9 Additional or increased severities or requirements to those specified in the
generic and/or sectional specification . 8
2 Inspection requirements . 8
Annex A (normative) Declaration of design . 14

Table 1 – Dimensions . 7
Table 2 – Values of capacitance related to voltages and case sizes . 7
Table 3 – Other characteristics . 8
Table 4 – Test schedule for lot-by-lot tests (Groups A and B inspection) – Assessment
level DZ . 9
Table 5 – Test schedule for periodic tests (Group C inspection) – Assessment level DZ . 10

INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
____________
FIXED CAPACITORS FOR USE IN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT –

Part 14-1: Blank detail specification –
Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression
and connection to the supply mains – Assessment level DZ

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 60384-14-1 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 40:
Capacitors and resistors for electronic equipment.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2005 and constitutes a
technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
The assessment level has been changed to DZ (zero acceptance). The contents is the same
as in old IEC 60384-14-3 with editorial changes. IEC 60384-14-3 has been deleted.

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The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
40/2421/FDIS 40/2445/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
A list of all parts in the IEC 60384 series, published under the general title Fixed capacitors
for use in electronic equipment, can be found on the IEC website.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
This International Standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 60384-1:2016.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the stability date indicated on the IEC website under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data
related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
INTRODUCTION
0 Blank detail specification
0.1 General
This blank detail specification forms the basis for a uniform procedure for a common
international safety mark. It implements the approval schedule for safety tests in
IEC 60384-14, requires a declaration of design for parameters relevant to safety and indicates
conformance tests to be conducted on every lot prior to its release and requalification tests
depending on changes to the declared design.
This specification offers the assessment level DZ (zero defects).
The use of IEC 60384-14-1, may be more appropriate for components manufactured in mass
production, whereas the employment of IEC 60384-14-2 (safety tests only) may be necessary
in those cases where approval and requalification tests contribute considerably to the costs of
the product.
A blank detail specification is a supplementary document to the sectional specification and
contains requirements for style, layout and minimum content of detail specifications. Detail
specifications not complying with these requirements may not be considered as being in
accordance with IEC specifications, nor shall they so be described.
In the preparation of detail specifications the content of 1.4 of the sectional specification shall
be taken into account.
0.2 Identification of the detail specification
The first page of the detail specification should have the layout recommended on the next
page of this blank detail specification. The numbers between square brackets correspond to
the following information which shall be inserted at the position indicated:
[1] The "International Electrotechnical Commission" or the National Standards Organization
under whose authority the detail specification is drafted.
[2] The IEC or National Standards number of the detail specification, date of issue and any
further information required by the national system.
[3] The number and issue number of the IEC, or national, generic, or sectional specification,
as relevant.
[4] If different from the IEC number, the national number of the detail specification, date of
issue and any further information required by the national system, together with any
amendment numbers.
0.3 Identification of the capacitor
[5] A short description of the type of capacitor or range of capacitors. The text should be
suitable for an entry in the IECQ register of approvals.
[6] Information on typical construction (when applicable). The text should be suitable for an
entry in the IECQ register of approvals.
[7] Outline drawing with main dimensions which are of importance for interchangeability
and/or reference to the appropriate national or international documents for outlines.
Alternatively, the drawing may be given in an annex to the detail specification, but [7]
should always contain an illustration of the general outer appearance of the component.
[8] The level(s) of quality assessment covered by the detail specification, as appropriate.
[9] Reference data giving information on the most important properties of the component
which allow comparison between the various component types intended for the same or
similar applications.
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[1] IEC 60384-14-1-XXX [2]
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF ASSESSED
QUALITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH:
IEC 60384-14-1 [4]
IEC 60384-1 [3]
IEC 60384-14
FIXED CAPACITORS FOR
ELECTROMAGNETIC
INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION AND [5]
CONNECTION TO THE SUPPLY
Outline drawing: [see Table 1]
MAINS (ASSESSMENT LEVEL DZ)
[7]
[first angle projection]
TYPICAL CONSTRUCTION
[6]
(Examples)
[Other shapes are permitted within the dimensions
Class/subclass [8]
given]
For references [1] to [4], see 0.2.
For references [5] to [8], see 0.3.

Information on the availability of components
qualified to this detail specification is given in the [9]
Qualified products list.
For reference [9], see 0.3.
FIXED CAPACITORS FOR USE IN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT –

Part 14-1: Blank detail specification –
Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression
and connection to the supply mains – Assessment level DZ

1 General data
1.1 Recommended method(s) of mounting (to be inserted)
See IEC 60384-14:2013, 1.4.2.
1.2 Dimensions
The dimensions are given in Table 1.
Table 1 – Dimensions
Case size Dimensions
reference
mm
L W H L L L …
1 2 3 4
When there is no case size reference, Table 1 may be omitted and the dimensions shall be
given in Table 2, which then becomes Table 1.
The dimensions shall be given as maximum dimensions or as nominal dimensions with a
tolerance.
1.3 Ratings and characteristics
Ratings and characteristics are as listed below.
a) Capacitance range (see Table 2)
b) Tolerance on nominal capacitance
c) Rated voltage (see Table 2)
d) Climatic category
e) Rated temperature
f) Tangent of loss angle
g) Insulation resistance
Table 2 – Values of capacitance related to voltages and case sizes
Rated voltage
Case size Case size Case size Case size
Nominal capacitance
pF and/or nF
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1.4 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 60384-1:2016, Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment – Part 1: Generic
specification
IEC 60384-14:2013, Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment – Part 14: Sectional
specification – Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression and connection
to the supply mains
IEC 61193-2:2007, Quality assessment systems – Part 2: Selection and use of sampling
plans for inspection of electronic components and packages
1.5 Marking
The marking of the capacitor, if any, and the packaging shall be in accordance with
IEC 60384-14:2013, 1.6.
The details of the marking of the component and packaging shall be given in full in the detail
specification.
1.6 Ordering information
Orders for capacitors covered by this specification shall contain, in clear or in coded form, the
following information:
a) nominal capacitance;
b) tolerance on nominal capacitance;
c) rated voltage;
d) manufacturer's type designation;
e) number and issue reference of the detail specification and style reference.
1.7 Certified records of released lots
Required/not required.
1.8 Additional information (not for inspection purposes)
1.9 Additional or increased severities or requirements to those specified in the
generic and/or sectional specification
Additional or increased requirements should be specified only when essential. They should be
given in Table 3.
Table 3 – Other characteristics
This table is to be used for defining characteristics which are additional to or more
severe than those given in the generic and/or sectional specification.

2 Inspection requirements
For qualification approval the procedures shall be in accordance with IEC 60384-14:2013, 3.4.

For quality conformance inspection the test schedule (see Table 4 and Table 5) includes
sampling, periodicity, severities and requirements. The formation of inspection lots is covered
by IEC 60384-14:2013, 3.5.1.
Table 4 – Test schedule for lot-by-lot tests
(Groups A and B inspection) – Assessment level DZ
a
Subclause number D or ND Conditions of test IL c Performance
a a
and test requirements
b b
Group A1 ND S-4 0
4.1 Visual examination
No visible damage
Any marking shall be legible
and correct
4.1 Dimensions (gauging)  As specified in Table 1 of

this specification
Group A2 ND I 0
4.2.2 Capacitance   Within specified tolerance
4.2.4 Resistance (if applicable)  Within specified tolerance

4.2.3 Tangent of loss angle Frequency: … Hz  Within specified limits
(metallized and ceramic
capacitors only)
c
4.2.1 Voltage proof (Test A) Method:
No permanent breakdown or
flashover
4.2.5 Insulation resistance (Test A) Method:  See Table 12
Group B1
D S-3 0
4.5 Solderability (if applicable) Without ageing  Methods 1 and 2: good
Method: tinning
Method 3: <3 s
The sampling sizes corresponding to inspection levels should be selected from IEC 61193-2:2007, Table 1.
a
Subclause numbers of tests and performance requirements as well as the table numbers refer to the sectional
specification, IEC 60384-14:2013, unless specified otherwise.
b
D = destructive;
ND = non-destructive;
IL = inspection level;
c =acceptance criterion (permitted number of non-conforming items).
c
The voltage proof test shall be combined with a suitable monitoring method to detect defects in insulation
resistance.
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Table 5 – Test schedule for periodic tests (Group C inspection) –
Assessment level DZ (1 of 4)
a a
Subclause number and test D Conditions of test Sample size and Performance
a
or acceptance requirements
b
ND criterion
p n c
Group C1A
D 6 6 0
4.1 Dimensions (detail) See Table 9 and Table 1

of this specification
4.4.1 Initial measurements Capacitance

tan δ (if applicable)
Resistance (if applicable)
4.3 Robustness of Severity: …
termination Visual examination No visible damage
4.4. Resistance to No pre-drying
d
soldering heat Method: …
4.19 Component solvent Solvent: …
resistance (if Solvent temperature: …

applicable) Method 2
Recovery:
4.4.2 Final measurements Visual examination No visible damage

Capacitance   See Table 13
For reference
tan δ (if applicable)
Resistance (if applicable) See Table 13

Group C1B
D 6 12 0
4.5 Solderability (if Without ageing Methods 1 and 2:
applicable) Method: … good tinning

Method 3: <3 s
4.20 Solvent resistance of Solvent: … Marking shall remain
the marking Solvent temperature: … legible
Method 1
Rubbing material: cotton
wool
Recovery: …
4.6 Rapid change of T = lower category
A
d
temperature temperature
T = upper category
B
temperature
Five cycles
Duration: t = 30 min
4.6.1 Inspection Visual examination No visible damage

c
4.7 Vibration Mounting as in 1.1of this
specification
Severity: …
4.7.2 Inspection Visual examination   No visible damage
c
4.8 Bump Mounting as for 1.1 of this

specification
or
c
4.9 Shock Severity: .
Table 5 (2 of 4)
a
Subclause number D Conditions of test Sample size and Performance
a a
and test or acceptance requirements

b
ND criterion
p n c
4.8.2 Final measurements Visual examination No visible damage

or Capacitance   See 4.8.2 or 4.9.2
4.9.2
tan δ (if applicable)
Specify limit
Resistance (if applicable)
Group C1
D 6 18 0
4.10 Container sealing (if Test Qc or Test Qd, as No evidence of

applicable, if required) applicable leakage
4.11 Climatic sequence
d
4.11.1 Initial measurements Measurements made in
4.4.2, 4.8.2 or 4.9.2, as
appropriate
4.11.2 Dry heat No measurements
4.11.3 Damp heat, cyclic, first

cycle
4.11.4 Cold No measurements
4.11.5 Damp heat, cyclic, No measurements

remaining cycles
4.11.6 Final measurements Visual examination No visible damage
Any marking shall
be legible
Capacitance  See Table 14
Resistance (if applicable) See Table 14

See Table 14
tan δ (if applicable)
Voltage proof See Table 14
Insulation resistance  See Table 14

Group C2 D 6 10 0
4.12 Damp heat, steady
state
d
4.12.1 Initial measurements Capacitance

Resistance (if applicable)
tan δ (metallized capacitors
only)
4.12.2 Test conditions Ceramic capacitors:
half the sample U applied;
R
other half no voltage applied
Other capacitors:
No voltage applied
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Table 5 (3 of 4)
a a
Subclause number and test D Conditions of test Sample size and Performance
a
or acceptance requirements
b
ND criterion
p n c
4.12.3 Final inspection and Visual examination No visible damage

measurements Marking legible
Capacitance  See Table 15
Resistance (if applicable) See Table 15

See Table 15
tan δ (if applicable)
Voltage proof See Table 15
Insulation resistance  See Table 15
Group C3
D
X-capacitors 3 12 0
Y-capacitors 3 12 0
Lead-through capacitors 3 6 0
d
4.13.1 Initial measurements Capacitance

Resistance (if applicable)
tan δ (metallized capacitors
only)
4.13 Impulse voltage 3 impulses, full wave See 4.13.2 and
Peak voltage: see Tables 1  4.13.3
and 2
4.14 Endurance Duration: 1 000 h
Voltage, current and
temperature: see 4.14.3;
4.14.4, 4.14.5 and 4.14.6
4.14.7 Final inspection and Visual examination No visible damage

measurements Marking legible
Capacitance See Table 16
Resistance (if applicable) See Table 16

tan δ (if applicable) See Table 16

Voltage proof See Table 16
Insulation resistance See Table 16

Group C4
D 6 6 0
4.15 Charge and Only for metallized film,
discharge (if metallized paper and

applicable) ceramic capacitors and RC-
units using such capacitors
4.15.1 Initial measurements Group 0 measurements may
be used, provided the
measuring conditions are
the same as required for this
test; in addition, except for
RC-units tan δ shall be
measured
at: 10 kHz for C ≤ 1 µF
N
1 kHz for C > 1 µF
N
Table 5 (4 of 4)
a
Subclause number D Conditions of test Sample size and Performance
a a
and test or acceptance requirements

b
ND criterion
p n c
4.15.3 Final measurements Capacitance See Table 17

See Table 17
tan δ at same frequency as
initial measurement (not for
RC-units)
Resistance (if applicable)  See Table 17
Insulation resistance See Table 17

Group C5 ND 12 4 0
4.16 Radio frequency Specify method Specify limits
characteristics (if
required)
Group C6 D 12 6-18 0
4.17 Passive flammability See 4.17.1

Group C7 D 12 24 0
4.18 Active flammability See 4.18.4

a
Subclause numbers of tests and performance requirements as well as the table numbers refer to the
sectional specification, IEC 60384-14:2013
b
D = destructive;
ND = non-destructive;
p = periodicity in months;
n = sample size;
c = acceptance criterion (permitted number of non-conforming items).
c
These tests are required to be carried out every 12 months only.
d
When, for a ceram
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