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 capacitor performance and extend their service life. The guidelines cover critical aspects such as polarity, voltage, ripple current, temperature, frequency, storage, soldering, and circuit board design.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZCON
- Origin: China
- Manufacturer: GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Description |
| Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Ensure correct polarity to prevent short circuits or damage. Use bipolar capacitors if polarity is uncertain. 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 Usage | Do not exceed rated voltage. Recommended working voltage is 70-80% of rated voltage for extended life. |
| Ripple Current | Do not allow excessive ripple current. Exceeding permissible limits can cause overheating, reduced capacitance, 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 Relationship | Life is inversely proportional to temperature. A 10 reduction in temperature can double the lifespan at rated temperature. Formula provided for calculation: $L_x = L_0 \times 2^{\frac{T_0 - T_x}{\Delta T_m}}$ where $L_0$ is useful life at max operating temp $T_0$ with ripple current $I_{std}$, $T_x$ is actual operating temp, $\Delta T_m$ is 5, $I_x$ is actual ripple current, and $I_0$ is rated ripple current. |
| Operating Frequency | Capacitance is typically measured at 100Hz or 120Hz. Capacitance decreases and tg increases with higher frequencies, potentially raising ambient temperature. |
| Storage | Capacitors stored for long 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. Insulation measures are required at the mounting point if case insulation is necessary. |
| 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 | Clean circuit boards with recommended solvents (Methanol, isopropanol, ethanol, isobutanol, petroleum ether, propanol, commercial detergents). Avoid halogenated solvents (trichlorethylene, xylene, acetone) to protect the capacitor body. |
| Soldering | Maintain distance from plastic sleeves. When dipping in solder bath, recommendable temperature is within 260 for no more than 10 seconds to avoid damage. |
| Hole Layout | Ensure mounting hole spacing matches lead spacing on circuit boards to prevent stress on leads. Consider hole layout carefully to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor. |
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