Cornell Dubilier Knowles
Cornell Dubilier (CDE), the inventor of the mica capacitor, offers one of the world's largest selections of capacitors including aluminum electrolytic, film, mica, and tantalum types, manufactured primarily at their Liberty, SC facility.
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Cornell Dubilier (CDE) holds a unique position in the capacitor industry as the inventor of the mica capacitor, a technology first used in WWI submarine detection devices. Today, they remain the world's foremost authority and largest manufacturer of mica dielectric capacitors, as well as the exclusive U.S. manufacturer of premium mica capacitors.
The company offers one of the world's largest selections of capacitors by type and application. Their comprehensive portfolio includes aluminum electrolytic capacitors, AC and DC film capacitors, mica capacitors, tantalum capacitors, and high voltage capacitors for demanding applications.
- Principal manufacturing at Liberty, SC with account management, sales, engineering, and manufacturing colocated
- C.D. Electronica de Mexico produces dipped mica capacitors, power film capacitors, capacitor snubber modules, and oil filled AC/high voltage capacitors
- Inventor and world leader in mica capacitor technology
- Exclusive U.S. manufacturer of premium mica capacitors
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of capacitors does Cornell Dubilier manufacture?
- Cornell Dubilier manufactures aluminum electrolytic capacitors, AC film capacitors, DC film capacitors, mica capacitors, tantalum capacitors, and high voltage capacitors.
- What is Cornell Dubilier's historical significance?
- Cornell Dubilier invented the mica capacitor, which was first used in WWI for submarine detection. They remain the world's foremost authority and largest manufacturer of mica dielectric capacitors.
- Where are Cornell Dubilier capacitors manufactured?
- The principal manufacturing facility is in Liberty, SC, USA. They also have C.D. Electronica de Mexico for dipped mica capacitors, power film capacitors, and specialty products.
- Is Cornell Dubilier still manufacturing mica capacitors in the US?
- Yes, Cornell Dubilier is the exclusive U.S. manufacturer of premium mica capacitors.