Abstract: A capacitor of hybrid construction is disclosed comprising a single cathode and multiple anode combination utilizing a variety of anode foils selected for their ability to achieve optimal performance in selected areas of the construction of a spiral would capacitor and blended in a fashion to create maximum energy density and minimum open space. In addition, a method is claimed for reducing open space left by a mandrel in producing spiral wound capacitors.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 28, 1999
Date of Patent:
May 6, 2003
Assignee:
CM Components, Inc.
Inventors:
John M. Greenwood, Jr., Van Ness Harwood, Jr., Oakland J. Weatherup