Product Overview
This document provides guidelines for the use of Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors manufactured by GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. It details important considerations for optimal performance, extended lifespan, and safe operation, covering aspects such as polarity, voltage, ripple current, temperature, frequency, storage, and handling.
Product Attributes
- Brand: TOPAZCON
- Origin: China
- Manufacturer: GuangDong TOPAZ Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Description |
| 1. Polarity | DC electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Ensure correct polarity is observed. Reversed polarity can cause short circuits or damage. Use bipolar capacitors when polarity is uncertain. DC electrolytic capacitors are not suitable for AC applications. |
| 2. Bipolar Capacitors | Suitable for pulse circuits and polarity reverse circuits. Not applicable for pure AC or high ripple current circuits. |
| 3. Voltage | Do not apply voltage greater than 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. |
| 4. Ripple Current | Do not allow excessive ripple current to pass through the capacitor. Exceeding permissible limits causes heating, capacitance reduction, and potential damage. Ripple current should generally not exceed 80% of the rated value. |
| 5. Charge/Discharge Circuits | For circuits with rapid charge and discharge cycles, use specially designed capacitors to prevent damage, capacitance decrease, and heat rise. |
| 6. Operating Temperature | Capacitor characteristics vary with temperature. Higher temperatures increase capacitance and leakage current, while decreasing tg. Lower temperatures decrease capacitance and leakage current, increasing tg. Usage at lower temperatures ensures longer life. |
| 7. Temperature and Life Relationship | Capacitor life is temperature-dependent. A 10C reduction in operating temperature can double the lifespan compared to rated temperature. A formula is provided for life calculation based on temperature and current variations. |
| 8. Operating Frequency | Capacitance is typically measured at 100Hz or 120Hz. Capacitance decreases and tg increases with higher frequencies, leading to increased ambient temperature. |
| 9. Long-Term Storage | Capacitors stored for extended periods may experience increased leakage current and reduced withstand voltage. Before use, apply rated DC voltage gradually to the rated voltage. |
| 10. Case Insulation | The capacitor case is not insulated from the cathode terminal. If case insulation is required, implement insulation measures at the capacitor's mounting point. |
| 11. Terminal/Lead Force | Do not apply excessive force to terminals or leads to prevent breakage, separation, or internal connection failure. |
| 12. Bending Leads | When bending leads for horizontal mounting, maintain a 2mm safe spacing from the capacitor body to avoid internal structural damage. |
| 13. Circuit Board Cleaning | Use recommended cleaning solvents such as methanol, isopropanol, ethanol, isobutanol, petroleum ether, propane, and commercial detergents. Avoid halogenated solvents (trichloroethylene, xylene, acetone) to protect the capacitor's sleeve, marking, and sealing materials. |
| 14. Soldering | Maintain distance between the soldering iron and the plastic insulated sleeve. For solder dipping, recommended temperature is within 260C for no more than 10 seconds to prevent damage. |
| 15. Hole Layout on PCB | Ensure mounting hole spacing on the circuit board matches lead spacing to avoid stress on leads, short circuits, or circuit damage. Consider hole layout carefully to prevent solder splashing onto the capacitor sleeve. |
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