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Murata launches new supercapacitor
Murata launches new supercapacitor.
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[{"type":"text","content":"\n \nRNS Number : 8316N CAP-XX Limited 12 September 2013 \n \n\nCAP - XX Limited\n(\"CAP - XX\" or the \"Company\")\n \nMURATA launches miniaturised DMT series supercapacitor targeting SSDs, smart meters and communications\nCAP-XX's licensee for small form supercapacitor devices, Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Murata), this week announced the launch of its DMT series, one of the most reliable electrical double-layer capacitors (EDLC) available on the market today. The device offers superior long-term performance in a compact14 x 21mm design that enables high voltage handling of (4.2V) . The DMT series is ideally suited for applications in solid state drive (SSD) and communication system backup, power assistance for smart meters, and energy storage for energy-harvesting devices. Murata identifies the expansion of these markets as driving the demand for smaller, thinner, and low-resistance capacitors. \nThe full Murata release, together with the technical performance specification for the DMT can be seen at: http://www.murataamericas.com/edlc\nTarget customer applications for the DMT Series devices are:\n• Power assistance for smart meters\n• Backup power supply for communication systems\n• Backup power supply for other systems\n• Energy storage device for energy-harvesting systems\nMurata stated that the basis behind this technology is the result of its collaboration with CAP-XX, adding that in order to meet demand for devices with greater efficiency and functionality, Murata strategically licensed supercapacitor technology from CAP-XX in 2008. Murata's focus on EDLC research and development, coupled with CAP-XX's market expertise, drives the advancement of enhanced EDLC design.\nCAP-XX receives royalty income on volume of devices sold under its licence agreement with Murata.\n \nFor further information, please contact:\n\n\n\n\nCAP-XX Limited\nAnthony Kongats (Chief Executive Officer)\n\n\n \n+61 (0) 2 9428 0139\n\n\n\n\nCenkos Securities\nStephen Keys/Camilla Hume (Corporate Finance)\n\n\n \n+44 (0) 20 7397 1949\n \n\n\n\n\nKreab Gavin Anderson & Comp...