Abstract: A novel multi-capacitor divider network in which two capacitors are fabricated in a single package, using a common dielectric material, is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the multi-capacitor network comprises a high-voltage capacitor and a low-voltage capacitor fabricated in a single monolithic package, both fabricated from a class one dielectric material having a combined tolerance of plus or minus five percent. The use of the same class one dielectric material for both capacitors assures that the temperature coefficents are similar for both capacitors and, more importantly, that the tolerance of the ratio between the high-voltage capacitor and low-voltage capacitor is within a predetermined range.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing low-cost electroluminescent (EL) lamps is disclosed. The method of the present invention includes the first step of die cutting, embossing or chemically etching a metal foil to form one or more rear capacitive electrodes. Next, the capacitive electrodes are bonded to a paper core stock which is coupled to a precisely positioned indexing system. In the third step, a layer of EL phosphor ink is applied to the capacitive electrodes to precisely form the areas of illumination. In step four, a layer of conductive ITO ink is applied to cover the layer of EL phosphor ink. Next, in step five a transparent polyester film or ultraviolet activated dielectric coating is applied to the entire surface of the lamp. Finally, in step six electrical terminations are provided to the rear capacitive electrode and the layer of conductive ITO ink.