Engineering FAQ: HVC Replacement for AVX Screw Terminal HV Ceramic Capacitors

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Engineering FAQ: HVC Replacement for AVX Screw Terminal HV Ceramic Capacitors

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Preface

AVX (KYOCERA AVX) announced its exit from the HV doorknob capacitor market in October 2018, following Murata's exit in August 2018 — creating a double supply gap. As a replacement solution provider, HVC has successfully replaced 200+ models across AVX, Vishay, Murata, TDK, and other brands over 8 years, serving 500+ global customers.

This FAQ addresses the 12 most critical technical questions engineers face when replacing AVX HP/HW/HK series, with supporting evidence from Vishay and Murata replacement success cases.

Are the HVC HVCT8G series fully electrically compatible with AVX HP/HW/HK series?

Fully compatible, with multiple parameter improvements.

ParameterAVX HP/HW/HKHVC HVCT8GCompatibility
Rated Voltage15-100KV10-150KV✅ Full coverage
Capacitance Range500-5600pF280pF-8000pF✅ Full coverage, wider range
Tolerance±20% (M)±10% (K) standard✅ HVC higher precision
DF0.15%-0.25%<0.02%✅ HVC 10x lower
Insulation Resistance>100GΩ>5000MΩ✅ HVC superior
Partial Discharge≤5pC≤5pC✅ Equivalent

Vishay Case Evidence: A medical device manufacturer replaced Vishay 715C20KTD40 (Y5U dielectric) with HVC HVCT8G-20KV-DL60-402K (N4700). DF dropped from 0.7% to 0.015%, and equipment temperature rise decreased by 7°C.

What specific advantages does HVC's N4700 offer over AVX's strontium Class 2 ceramic?

Core advantages: 3x better temperature stability, 10x lower losses.

ComparisonAVX (Strontium Class 2)HVC (N4700 Class 1)
Temperature Coefficient±15%~±30%±4.7% (N4700 standard)
DF0.15%-0.25%<0.02%
Operating Temperature-35°C~+85°C-55°C~+125°C
Aging EffectYes (Class 2 inherent)None (Class 1 characteristic)
EnvironmentalSome leaded (Y5S)Fully lead-free

Murata Case Evidence: Murata DHS series also used Class 2 ceramics. After switching to HVC's N4700, customer equipment failure rates in high-temperature, high-humidity environments decreased by 80%.

AVX has exited — how stable is HVC's delivery and supply?

Lead time: Standard 4 weeks, volume orders 6-8 weeks — far faster than Vishay's 14-34 weeks.

BrandLead TimeSupply Status
AVXN/A (exited)Discontinued
Vishay14-34 weeksTight, premium pricing
TDK12-16 weeksStable but limited specs
HVC4-8 weeksOwn production, fully controlled

Supply Stability Guarantee:

  • Domestically owned production lines, immune to geopolitical disruption
  • Global distribution network: DE/FR/UK/US/IT/RU/IN/JP/KR
  • Strategic raw material reserves ensuring long-term supply
Are HVC screw terminal capacitors mechanically compatible with original AVX models?

100% compatible — no PCB design changes needed.

ParameterAVXHVCCompatibility
MountingM4/M5 screw terminalM4/M5 screw terminal✅ Fully compatible
Diameter30/38/40/50/55/60mm30/40/50/55/60mm✅ Full coverage (38mm custom)
HeightVaries by diameter1:1 custom sizing✅ Fully compatible
Terminal PositionStandard positionCustomizable✅ Flexible
CoatingHP (coated)/HW/HK (bare)Coated or uncoated✅ Full replacement

Success Record: HVC has replaced AVX HP/HW/HK for 200+ customers with 100% PCB compatibility.

Can HVC replace AVX's 100KV ultra-high voltage models (e.g. HP50E90501M)?

Yes — and HVC extends coverage to 150KV.

AVX's 100KV models used single-chip construction. HVC uses a dual-chip series structure, not only enabling 100KV replacement but pushing the voltage ceiling to 150KV.

AVX 100KV P/NCapacitanceHVC ReplacementStructure
HP50E90501M500pFHVCT8G-100KV-DL60-501KDual-chip series
HP60E90751M750pFHVCT8G-100KV-DL60-751KDual-chip series
N/A (No AVX equivalent)N/AHVCT8G-150KV-DL60-821KDual-chip, HVC exclusive

Technical Advantage: The dual-chip series structure not only increases voltage withstand capability but also reduces electric field concentration risk on any single chip through voltage balancing — delivering higher reliability.

How reliable are HVC products? What test data is available?

HVC products undergo comprehensive reliability testing, meeting or exceeding industry standards.

Test ItemConditionHVC Typical ResultStandard
1000h Life TestRated voltage, +125°CΔC/C ≤ ±1.5%±5%
Temp Cycling-55°C~+125°C, 1000 cyclesNo visual anomalyNo cracks/leakage
Damp Heat Load40°C/90%RH, 1000hIR > 2000MΩ>100MΩ
Vibration10-2000Hz, 3 axes, 2h eachNo mechanical damageNo loosening/fracture
Impulse Voltage1.2/50μs, ±5xPassPass

Vishay Case Evidence: After replacing Vishay 715C series, one industrial equipment manufacturer recorded <10ppm failure rate over 2 years of field validation — vs the original Vishay product's 50ppm.

Does HVC offer sample testing? What is the sample lead time?

Free samples available with 1-2 week lead time.

HVC encourages customers to conduct sample testing to ensure the replacement fully meets application requirements. Sample process:

  1. Provide original AVX P/N or application requirements
  2. HVC technical team provides replacement proposal within 24 hours
  3. Samples shipped within 1-2 weeks after confirmation
  4. Full test reports and technical support provided

Sample testing support: HVC provides full-parameter test reports including capacitance, DF, IR, withstand voltage, and partial discharge to assist with replacement validation.

Are HVC products RoHS and REACH compliant?

Fully RoHS and REACH compliant — lead-free across all products.

StandardAVX (select models)Vishay (select models)HVC
RoHSSome leaded (Y5S)Compliant (Y5U non-eco)Fully compliant
REACHCompliantCompliantCompliant
Lead-Free SolderingPartial supportSupportedFully supported

Environmental Advantage: HVC uses N4700 Class 1 ceramic across all products — no lead, cadmium, or mercury, meeting the strictest environmental requirements.

Beyond AVX, what other brands can HVC replace?

HVC can replace all major HV ceramic capacitor brands, with 200+ successful models.

BrandSeriesModels ReplacedNotes
AVXHP/HW/HK/HD/HE/HZ50+Exited 2018
MurataDHS/DHK70+Exited 2018
Vishay715C/660R90+ (715C) + 50+ (660R)In production, long lead times
TDKUHV/FHV/FD/TSF50+In production, limited specs
HVCAVarious30+Niche brand

Value of multi-brand experience: HVC's cross-brand replacement track record provides customers with richer technical comparison data and more comprehensive selection guidance.

Does HVC support custom configurations? Any examples?

Full customization supported — dimensions, capacitance, voltage, terminal position, and more.

Custom Capabilities:

  • Dimensions: Diameter, height, terminal position tailored to PCB space
  • Capacitance: Non-standard values (e.g. 1234pF) available
  • Voltage: Non-standard ratings (e.g. 25KV, 75KV) custom-orderable
  • Multi-Chip: Series (ultra-HV) or parallel (high-capacitance) configurations

Custom Example:

"The original AVX model HP40E30102M (30KV 1000pF) did not fit our equipment dimensions. HVC customized a special-size replacement that fit perfectly."
— Technical Director, scientific equipment integrator
How can I quickly find the HVC replacement for my AVX model?

Three quick lookup methods:

  1. Online Cross Reference: Visit HVC product catalog and enter your AVX P/N.
  2. Technical Inquiry: Email sales@hv-caps.com with your AVX model — replacement proposal within 24 hours.
  3. Selection Guide: Use the quick reference table below based on voltage and capacitance:
VoltageCapacitance RangeAVX SeriesHVC Series
10-15KV500-5600pFHP30/HP40HVCT8G-15KV-DL30/40
20-30KV500-3300pFHP30/HP40/HP50HVCT8G-20/30KV-DL30/40/50
40-50KV280-2400pFHP30/HP40/HP50/HP60HVCT8G-40/50KV-DL30/40/50/60
60-100KV500-825pFHP50/HP60HVCT8G-60/80/100KV-DL50/60
What international certifications does HVC hold?

HVC has established a complete quality management system with multiple international certifications.

Certification / TestDescription
ISO 9001:2015Quality management system certified
AEC-Q200Automotive Electronics Council (select models)
RoHSFully lead-free, environmentally compliant
REACHEU chemical regulation compliant
100% Electrical TestEvery unit tested for withstand, capacitance, DF, IR
Aging Test1000-hour aging verification before volume production

Customer Validation: HVC products have been qualified for volume production by Fortune 500 companies including GE Healthcare, Nikon, Konica Minolta, ABB, Johnson & Johnson, and Baker Hughes.

Appendix: AVX Complete Replacement Guide (64 HP Series + HD/HE Full Mapping)

Below is the complete cross-reference table for all 64 AVX HP series models and 8 HD/HE series models:

AVX P/NVoltageCapacitanceHVC ReplacementNotes
HP30EX0561M15KV560pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL30-561KStandard
HP30EX0751M15KV750pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL30-781KStandard
HP30EX0102M15KV1000pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL30-102KStandard
HP40EX0152M15KV1500pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL40-152KStandard
HP40EX0182M15KV1800pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL38-182KSize TBC
HP40EX0202M15KV2000pFHVCT8G-15KV-E30-202MY5U Medium
HP50EX0252M15KV2500pFHVCT8G-15KV-E30-252MY5U Medium
HP50EX0272M15KV2700pFHVCT8G-15KV-E30-272MY5U Medium
HP50EX0332M15KV3300pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL50-332KStandard
HP60EX0372M15KV3700pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL60-372KStandard
HP60EX0402M15KV4000pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL60-402KStandard
HP60EX0502M15KV5000pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL60-502KStandard
HP60EX0562M15KV5600pFHVCT8G-15KV-DL60-562KStandard
HP30EY0501M20KV500pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL30-501KStandard
HP30EY0561M20KV560pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL30-561KStandard
HP30EY0751M20KV750pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL30-751KStandard
HP40EY0102M20KV1000pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL30-102KStandard
HP40EY0132M20KV1300pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL40-132KStandard
HP40EY0152M20KV1500pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL40-152KStandard
HP50EY0202M20KV2000pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL50-202KStandard
HP50EY0222M20KV2200pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL50-222KStandard
HP50EY0252M20KV2500pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL50-252KStandard
HP60EY0302M20KV3000pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL50-302KStandard
HP60EY0332M20KV3300pFHVCT8G-20KV-E40-332MY5U Medium
HP60EY0372M20KV3700pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL50-372KStandard
HP60EY0402M20KV4000pFHVCT8G-20KV-DL55-402MTBC
HP30E30561M30KV560pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL30-561KStandard
HP40E30821M30KV820pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL40-821KStandard
HP40E30102M30KV1000pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL40-102KStandard
HP40E31121M30KV1120pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL40-1121KStandard
HP50E30152M30KV1500pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL40-152KStandard
HP50E30172M30KV1700pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL50-172KStandard
HP50E30202M30KV2000pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL50-202KStandard
HP60E30272M30KV2700pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL55-272KStandard
HP60E30302M30KV3000pFHVCT8G-30KV-DL55-302KStandard
HP60E30332M30KV3300pFHVCT8G-30KV-E40-332MY5U Medium
HP30E40391M40KV390pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL30-391KStandard
HP40E40751M40KV750pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL40-751KStandard
HP50E40102M40KV1000pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL40-102KStandard
HP50E40142M40KV1400pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL50-142KStandard
HP60E40172M40KV1700pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL50-172KStandard
HP60E40202M40KV2000pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL55-202KStandard
HP60E40242M40KV2400pFHVCT8G-40KV-DL55-242KStandard
HP30E50281M50KV280pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL30-281KStandard
HP40E50411M50KV410pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL30-411KStandard
HP40E50501M50KV500pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL40-501KStandard
HP40E50561M50KV560pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL40-561KStandard
HP50E50751M50KV750pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL40-751KStandard
HP50E50851M50KV850pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL40-851KStandard
HP50E50102M50KV1000pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL50-102KStandard
HP60E51351M50KV1350pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL55-1351KStandard
HP60E50152M50KV1500pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL55-152KStandard
HP60E51651M50KV1650pFHVCT8G-50KV-DL55-1651KStandard
HP30E61950M60KV195pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL30-191KStandard
HP40E63750M60KV375pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL40-371KStandard
HP50E60501M60KV500pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL50-501KStandard
HP50E60701M60KV700pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL50-701KStandard
HP60E60851M60KV850pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL60-851KStandard
HP60E60102M60KV1000pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL60-102KStandard
HP60E60122M60KV1200pFHVCT8G-60KV-DL60-122KStandard
HP50E90501M100KV500pFHVCT8G-100KV-DL60-501KStandard
HP60E96750M100KV675pFPlease contact sales@hv-caps.comTBD
HP60E90751M100KV750pFPlease contact sales@hv-caps.comTBD
HP60E98250M100KV825pFHVCT8G-100KV-DL60-825KStandard

HD/HE Special Series Replacement

AVX P/NVoltageCapacitanceHVC ReplacementNotes
HD300X0501MAC equivalent 15KV → HVC 15KVHD series with terminal
HD400X0102MAC equivalent 15KV → HVC 15KVHD series with terminal
HD600X0302M3000pF exact matchHD series with terminal
HD600Y0202MAC equivalent 20KV → HVC 20KVHD series with terminal
HE300X0501MBare die → coated type recommendedHE series bare die without terminal
HE400X0102MBare die → coated type recommendedHE series bare die without terminal
HE600X0302MBare die → coated type recommendedHE series bare die without terminal
HE600Y0202MBare die → coated type recommendedHE series bare die without terminal

Contact Us for Samples & Technical Support

HVC Capacitor — HV Ceramic Capacitor Professional Manufacturer

Email: sales@hv-caps.com

Website: www.hv-caps.com

Technical Support: Circuit analysis, selection guidance, sample testing — full-service support

Delivery Commitment: Standard 4 weeks, volume orders 6-8 weeks, urgent orders available

Cross Reference: AVX, Vishay, Murata, TDK — all brands supported

© HVC Capacitor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. AVX® is a registered trademark of KYOCERA AVX. Other brand names mentioned are for cross-reference and replacement identification only.

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