ICAR, established in 1946, is a company specialized in the research and development of capacitors. They develop and supply high-quality capacitors, including self-healing bi-metallized paper capacitors for heavy duty AC applications. ICAR is a leader in the production of capacitors for power electronics applications and power factor correction. They control all manufacturing phases of the capacitor production, from film extrusion to the finished capacitor.
This document provides technical information and selection rules for the ICAR MKV Series of capacitors. These are self-healing, bi-metallized paper capacitors specifically designed for heavy-duty AC applications.
The text outlines the company profile of ICAR, established in 1946 as a leader in capacitor production, and details the product range including power electronics, lighting, motor run, and PFC capacitors. It includes specific selection rules regarding voltage, current, frequency, and thermal checks to ensure proper operation.
They are self-healing, bi-metallized paper capacitors designed specifically for heavy duty AC applications.
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