Product Overview
This document outlines the guidelines for using Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors to ensure optimal performance and extended lifespan. It covers critical aspects such as polarity, voltage ratings, ripple current, operating temperature, frequency, storage, and handling during soldering and mounting.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZCON
- Origin: China
- Part Name: E-CAP
- Series: LJ Series
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Description |
| Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Ensure correct polarity to avoid short circuits or damage. Use bipolar capacitors when polarity is uncertain. DC electrolytic capacitors are not suitable for AC applications. |
| Bipolar Capacitors | Suitable for pulse circuits and polarity reverse circuits. Not applicable for pure AC or high ripple current circuits. |
| Voltage | Do not exceed the rated voltage. Recommended working voltage is 70-80% of rated voltage for extended life. Overvoltage increases leakage current and may damage the capacitor. |
| Ripple Current | Do not allow excessive ripple current. Exceeding the permissible limit causes heating, capacitance reduction, and damage. Ripple current should not exceed 80% of the rated value. |
| 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 ensure longer life. |
| Temperature & Life Relationship | Life is inversely related to temperature. A 10 reduction in temperature can double the lifespan at rated temperature. Formula provided for calculation: Ls = L0 * 2^((T0-Tx)/10) * (I0/Ix)^m, where L0 is useful life at I0 and T0, Tx is actual operating temperature, Ix is actual ripple current, and m is an exponent (typically 0.2 to 0.5). |
| 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 have increased leakage current and reduced withstand voltage. Before use, gradually apply rated DC voltage. |
| Case Insulation | The capacitor case is not insulated from the cathode terminal. If insulation is required, implement it at the mounting point. |
| Force on Terminals/Leads | Avoid applying excessive force to terminals and leads to prevent breakage, separation, or internal connection failure. |
| Lead Bending | 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, commercial detergents) for cleaning. Avoid halogenated solvents (trichloroethylene, xylene, acetone) to protect the capacitor body. |
| Soldering | Maintain distance between soldering iron and plastic sleeve. Recommended solder bath temperature is within 260 for no more than 10 seconds to prevent component damage. |
| Hole Layout on PCB | Mounting hole spacing should match lead spacing. Incorrect spacing can cause stress on leads, short circuits, or damage. Consider hole layout carefully to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor. |
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