Product Overview
This document provides guidelines for the proper use and handling of Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors from GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. Adhering to these instructions will ensure optimal capacitor performance and extend their lifespan. The guidelines cover essential aspects such as polarity, voltage ratings, ripple current, operating temperature, storage, and soldering.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZCON
- Origin: Guangdong, China
- Company: GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Ensure correct polarity to avoid short circuits or damage. Use bipolar capacitors for undetermined or unknown polarity. Not for AC application. |
| Bipolar Capacitors | Suitable for pulse circuits and polarity reverse circuits. Not applicable in pure AC or high ripple current circuits. |
| Operating Voltage | Do not exceed rated voltage. Recommended working voltage is 70-80% of rated voltage for extended life. |
| Ripple Current | Do not allow ripple current to exceed permissible limits, generally not more than 80% of rated current. Excessive ripple current causes heating, capacitance reduction, and damage. |
| Charge/Discharge Circuits | Use specially designed capacitors for circuits with rapid charge and discharge cycles to prevent damage, capacitance decrease, and heat rise. |
| Operating Temperature | Capacitor characteristics vary with temperature. Lower temperatures ensure longer life. |
| Temperature and Life Relationship | Life is inversely proportional to temperature. Reducing operating temperature by 10 can double the lifespan compared to rated temperature. Formula provided for calculation. |
| Operating Frequency | Capacitance is typically measured at 100Hz or 120Hz. Capacitance decreases and tg increases with higher frequencies, leading to increased ambient temperature. |
| Long-Term Storage | Capacitors stored for extended periods may experience increased leakage current and reduced withstand voltage. Before use, gradually apply DC voltage up to the rated voltage. |
| Case Insulation | The capacitor case is not insulated from the cathode terminal. Implement insulation measures at the mounting point if case insulation is required. |
| Force on Terminals/Leads | Avoid applying excessive force to terminals and leads to prevent breakage, separation, and internal connection failure. |
| Bending Leads | When bending leads for horizontal mounting, maintain a 2mm safe spacing from the capacitor body to prevent internal structural damage. |
| Circuit Board Cleaning | Use recommended solvents (Methanol, isopropanol, ethanol, isobutanol, petroleum ether, propanol, detergents) for cleaning. Avoid halogenated solvents (trichlorethylene, xylene, acetone) to protect the capacitor body. |
| Soldering | Maintain distance between soldering iron and plastic sleeve. For solder dipping, keep temperature within 260 and duration under 10 seconds to prevent component damage. |
| Hole Layout | Ensure printed circuit board hole spacing matches lead spacing to avoid stress on leads. Consider hole layout to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor body. |
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