Product Overview

The BERYL RC Series Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors are designed for use in electronic equipment, meeting IEC 60384 standards. These radial capacitors offer reliable performance with a wide operating temperature range of -40C to +105C and a rated voltage of 100V. They are suitable for applications requiring stable capacitance and low leakage current, with a typical life of 2000 hours at 105C.

Product Attributes

• Brand: BERYL
• Series: RC
• Type: RADIAL
• Construction Material: Aluminum (Case), Al + Al2O3 (Anode foil), Aluminum (Cathode foil), PET (Sleeve)
• Electrolyte: Glycol + Water + Ammonium salt
• Compliance: Meets IEC 60384 standards
• Environmental Compliance: Free from specified RoHS/Sony-SS-00259 prohibited substances.

Technical Specifications

Product Dimensions

Part Numbering System

RC 100 M 470 LO 8*12 TH-2A1 E

• Series Name: RC
• Rated Voltage: 100 (100V)
• Capacitance Tolerance: M (20%)
• Rated Capacitance: 470 (47uF)
• Type Code: LO (Long Lead)
• Size: 8*12 (D*L)
• Sleeve Material: TH (PET Sleeve)
• Sleeve Colour: E

Product Marking

Capacitors are marked with the following information:

• Trademark (BERYL)
• Working voltage (100V)
• Nominal capacitance (47uF)
• Cathode mark
• Series symbol & Nominal capacitance tolerance (M: -20% ~ +20%)
• Sleeve material (E: PET)
• Maximum operating temperature (105)
• Date code (e.g., 2417 for 2024, week 17)

Performance Characteristics

• Standard Atmospheric Conditions: Ambient temperature 15-35C, Relative humidity 45-85%, Air pressure 86-106kPa. For critical measurements: Ambient temperature 202C, Relative humidity 60-70%, Air pressure 86-106kPa.
• Operating Temperature Range: -40C to +105C
• Nominal Capacitance: Measured at 120Hz12Hz, Series equivalent circuit, 0.5Vrms +1.5~2.0V.DC, 202C. Shall be within specified tolerance.
• Leakage Current: Measured after connecting with a 1k10 resistor in series for 2 minutes. Criteria: 0.01CV or 3A (whichever is greater).
• Dissipation Factor: Measured at nominal capacitance, frequency, voltage, and temperature. Must be within specified parameters.
• Impedance: Measured at 100kHz, 202C, 2mm max. from sealing rubber. Must be within specified parameters.
• Load Life Test: Per IEC60384-4 No. 4.13. Tested at Maximum operating temperature 2C with DC bias and rated ripple current for Rated life +48/0 hours. Criteria: Leakage current specified value, Capacitance Change within 20% of initial value, Dissipation Factor 200% of specified value, no electrolyte leakage.
• Shelf Life Test: Stored at Maximum operating temperature 2C for 1000+48/0 hours with no voltage applied. Criteria: Leakage current 200% of specified value, Capacitance Change within 20% of initial value, Dissipation Factor 200% of specified value, no electrolyte leakage.
• Maximum Permissible Ripple Current: Maximum AC current at 100kHz and maximum operating temperature. Frequency multipliers provided for different frequencies.
• Terminal Strength: Tensile and bending strength tests applied to terminals. Criteria: No noticeable changes, breakage, or looseness.
• Temperature Characteristics: Capacitance, DF, and impedance measured at various temperatures (-40C, +20C, +105C). Criteria specified for capacitance change, dissipation factor, leakage current, and impedance ratio at -40C.
• Surge Test: Applied surge voltage for 305 seconds, repeated 1000 times. Criteria: Leakage current specified value, Capacitance Change within 15% of initial value, Dissipation Factor specified value, no electrolyte leakage.
• Change of Temperature Test: Temperature cycling test (5 cycles) as per IEC60384-4 No.4.7. Criteria: Leakage current specified value, Dissipation Factor specified value, no electrolyte leakage.
• Damp Heat Test: Exposed to 90-95% RH at 402C for 5008 hours as per IEC60384-4 No.4.12. Criteria: Leakage current specified value, Capacitance Change within 10% of initial value, Dissipation Factor 120% of specified value, no electrolyte leakage.
• Solderability Test: Tested at 2455C for 30.5s. Criteria: Soldering wetting time < 3s, 95% surface wetting.
• Vibration Test: Tested for 2 hours in 3 mutually perpendicular directions (10Hz ~ 55Hz, 1.5mm peak amplitude). Criteria: No intermittent contacts, open/short circuits, damage to terminals/electrodes, mechanical damage, electrolyte leakage, or swelling. Markings legible.
• Resistance to Solder Heat Test: Terminals immersed in solder bath at 2605C for 101s or 40010C for 10.1s. Criteria: Leakage current specified value, Capacitance Change within 5% of initial value, Dissipation Factor specified value, no electrolyte leakage.
• Vent Test: Applies to products with vents (diameter 6.3mm). DC test with reversed polarity. Criteria: Vent operates with no dangerous conditions.

Packing Information

Labels on inside boxes or bags include: Clint order number, Client part number, Beryl part number, Capacitance, Voltage, Dimension, Packaging quantity, Capacitance tolerance, QC Marking, Lot number, Series.

Packing types include Bulk Packing, Taped Packing, and Outer box with Outer box label.