Product Overview
This document outlines the guidelines for using Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors from GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. to ensure optimal performance and extended lifespan. It covers critical aspects such as polarity, voltage, ripple current, temperature, frequency, storage, and handling during soldering and circuit board assembly.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZ ()
- Origin: Dongguan, Guangdong, China
- Product Type: Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor
- Series: LJ Series
Technical Specifications
| Item | Description |
| Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Ensure correct polarity to avoid short circuits or damage. Use bipolar capacitors if polarity is uncertain. DC electrolytic capacitors cannot be used for AC applications. Bipolar capacitors are for pulsed or polarity-reversing circuits, not pure AC or high ripple. |
| Voltage | Do not exceed the rated voltage. Recommended working voltage is 70-80% of rated voltage for extended life. Exceeding rated voltage 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 generally 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 operating temperatures ensure longer life. |
| Temperature & Life Relationship | Life expectancy is related to operating temperature. A 10 reduction in temperature 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 rising frequency, potentially increasing ambient temperature. |
| Long-Term Storage | Capacitors stored for extended periods may experience increased leakage current and reduced withstand voltage. Before use, apply rated DC voltage gradually. |
| Case Insulation | The capacitor case is not insulated from the cathode terminal. If case insulation is required, implement insulation measures at the mounting point. |
| Terminal/Lead 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 distance from the capacitor body to avoid internal structural damage. |
| Circuit Board Cleaning | Clean circuit boards with recommended solvents (Methanol, isopropanol, ethanol, isobutanol, petroleum ether, propanol, or detergents). 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 damage. |
| Hole Layout | Ensure mounting hole spacing on circuit boards matches lead spacing to avoid stress on leads. Consider hole layout carefully to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor body. |
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