Product Overview
This document provides guidelines for the proper use and handling of Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors manufactured by GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. Adhering to these instructions will ensure optimal performance and extend the lifespan of the capacitors.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZCON
- Origin: Guangdong, China
- Part Name: E-CAP
- Part Series: LJ Series
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
| Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Polarity is marked on the capacitor body. Reversed voltage may cause short circuit or damage. Use bipolar capacitors if polarity is not fixed or known. DC electrolytic capacitors are not for AC applications. |
| Bipolar Capacitors | Suitable for pulse circuits and polarity reverse circuits. Not applicable for pure AC or high ripple current circuits. |
| Operating Voltage | Do not exceed rated voltage. Recommended working voltage is 70-80% of rated voltage to prolong life. Exceeding rated voltage increases leakage current and may damage the capacitor. |
| Ripple Current | Do not allow excessive ripple current. Exceeding permissible ripple current 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 vs. Life | Life is related to operating temperature. A 10 reduction in temperature can double the lifespan at 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. |
| Storage Treatment | For capacitors stored for a long time, leakage current may increase and withstand voltage may decrease. Before use, gradually apply DC voltage up to the rated voltage. |
| Case Insulation | The capacitor case is not insulated from the cathode terminal. If case insulation is required, insulation measures must be taken 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 spacing from the capacitor body to avoid internal structural damage. |
| Circuit Board Cleaning | Use recommended solvents like Methanol, Isopropanol, Ethanol, etc. Do not use halogenated solvents (trichlorethylene, xylene, acetone) to avoid damaging the sleeve, marking, or sealing materials. |
| Soldering | Maintain distance between soldering iron and plastic sleeve. Recommended solder bath temperature is within 260 for no more than 10 seconds to prevent damage. |
| Hole Layout | On circuit boards, mounting hole spacing should match lead spacing. Improper spacing can cause stress on leads, short circuits, or damage. Consider hole layout carefully to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor body. |
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