Product Overview
This document provides guidelines for the proper use and handling of Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors to ensure optimal performance and extended lifespan. It covers essential considerations such as polarity, voltage ratings, ripple current, operating temperature, frequency, storage, and soldering.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZCON (GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.)
- Origin: China
Technical Specifications
| Item | Description |
| Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Ensure correct polarity to prevent short circuits or damage. Use bipolar capacitors for uncertain polarity. Not suitable for AC applications. |
| Bipolar Capacitors | Suitable for pulse and polarity reverse circuits only. Not applicable in pure AC or high ripple current circuits. |
| Voltage Usage | Do not exceed rated voltage. Recommended working voltage is 70-80% of rated voltage for extended life. |
| Ripple Current | Do not exceed permissible ripple current. Exceeding limits can cause overheating, capacitance reduction, and damage. Generally, do not exceed 80% of rated current. |
| Charge/Discharge Circuits | For circuits with rapid charge/discharge cycles, use specially designed capacitors to prevent damage, capacitance decrease, and heat rise. |
| Operating Temperature | Capacitor characteristics vary with temperature. Lower temperatures generally ensure longer life. |
| Temperature and Life | Life is related to operating temperature. A 10C reduction in temperature can double the lifespan at rated temperature. Formula provided for life calculation. |
| Operating Frequency | Capacitance is typically measured at 100Hz or 120Hz. Capacitance decreases and tg increases with higher frequencies, potentially increasing ambient temperature. |
| Storage | For capacitors stored long-term, apply rated DC voltage gradually before use. Storage may increase leakage current and decrease withstand voltage. |
| Case Insulation | The capacitor case is not insulated from the cathode terminal. Insulation measures are required at the mounting point if case insulation is necessary. |
| Terminal Force | Do not apply excessive force to terminals or leads to prevent breakage, separation, or internal connection failure. |
| Bending Leads | When bending leads for horizontal mounting, maintain a 2mm safe spacing from the capacitor body to avoid internal structural damage. |
| Circuit Board Cleaning | Use recommended solvents (Methanol, Isopropanol, Ethanol, etc.) for cleaning circuit boards after soldering. Avoid halogenated solvents (trichlorethylene, xylene, acetone) to protect the capacitor body. |
| Soldering | Maintain distance between soldering iron and plastic sleeve. Recommended soldering temperature is within 260C for no more than 10 seconds to avoid component damage. |
| Hole Layout | Ensure mounting hole spacing on circuit boards matches lead spacing to prevent stress on leads. Consider hole layout carefully to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor body. |
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