Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
500D226M250EH2

500D226M250EH2

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 22UF 20% 250V AXIAL

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500D186M450GK2A

500D186M450GK2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 18UF 20% 450V AXIAL

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500D257G050EF2A

500D257G050EF2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 250UF 50V AXIAL

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678D338M016FR3D

678D338M016FR3D

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 3300UF 20% 16V RADIAL

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30D475M200CC2A

30D475M200CC2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 4.7UF 20% 200V AXIAL

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500D228M010EH5A

500D228M010EH5A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 2200UF 20% 10V AXIAL

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601D447G040GJ2

601D447G040GJ2

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 440UF 40V AXIAL

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517D107M100DG6AE3

517D107M100DG6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 100UF 20% 100V RADIAL

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517D227M050CD8PE3

517D227M050CD8PE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 220UF 20% 50V RADIAL

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601D148G040HS1

601D148G040HS1

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 1400UF 40V AXIAL

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517D107M010JA6AE3

517D107M010JA6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 100UF 20% 10V RADIAL

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500D687M040EF2A

500D687M040EF2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 680UF 20% 40V AXIAL

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515D476M100CD6AE3

515D476M100CD6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 47UF 20% 100V RADIAL

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672D187H040DM2C

672D187H040DM2C

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 180UF 40V RADIAL

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601D826F250GP2

601D826F250GP2

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 82UF 250V AXIAL

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517D476M050AA6AE3

517D476M050AA6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 47UF 20% 50V RADIAL

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30D278M025GK2A

30D278M025GK2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 2700UF 20% 25V AXIAL

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500D106M450FH5A

500D106M450FH5A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 10UF 20% 450V AXIAL

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515D107M160EK6AE3

515D107M160EK6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 100UF 20% 160V RADIAL

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515D475M050JA8PE3

515D475M050JA8PE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 4.7UF 20% 50V RADIAL

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Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

1. Overview

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are polarized capacitors using an aluminum oxide layer as the dielectric medium. They consist of an aluminum anode, electrolyte solution, and cathode. These capacitors offer high capacitance values (1 F-2.7F) with relatively compact size, making them essential components in power supply filtering, signal decoupling, and energy storage applications. Their evolution has enabled miniaturization in electronics while maintaining performance in harsh environments.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type Functional Characteristics Application Examples
Radial Lead Type Vertical mounting with dual leads Consumer electronics power supplies
SMD Type Surface-mount design for PCB integration Computer motherboards
Stud Mount Type High-current screw terminal design Industrial inverters
Bi-polar Type Able to withstand reverse voltage Motor drive circuits

3. Structure and Composition

Typical construction includes: - Anode Foil: High-purity aluminum with etched surface (100-600m /m effective area) - Dielectric Layer: 0.1-0.8 m thick aluminum oxide (Al O ) - Electrolyte: Ammonium borate solution in organic solvent - Cathode Foil: 50-100 m aluminum sheet - Separator Paper: 50 m thick kraft paper soaked in electrolyte - Aluminum Case: 0.5-2.0mm thick stamped enclosure

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Description Importance
Capacitance (C) 1 F-2.7F (120Hz measurement) Determines filtering effectiveness
Rated Voltage (UR) 6.3V-630V DC working range Failure risk above limit
ESR 5m -1.5 at 100kHz Affects switching performance
Ripple Current 100mA-5A RMS Lifetime predictor
Leakage Current 0.01C UR A maximum Power efficiency factor
Operating Temp -55 C to +150 C range Reliability indicator

5. Application Fields

  • Power Electronics: Switching power supplies, UPS systems
  • Consumer Devices: TVs, gaming consoles, LED lighting
  • Industrial: Variable frequency drives, welding machines
  • Automotive: On-board chargers, ADAS systems
  • Renewables: Solar inverters, wind turbine converters

6. Leading Manufacturers

Manufacturer Headquarters Representative Product
Nichicon Japan UPW Series (105 C, 2000h)
Rubycon Japan ZL Series (Low ESR 4m )
United Chemi-Con USA KXJ Series (630V rating)
Samxon Taiwan EEU-FR Series (Conductive polymer hybrid)

7. Selection Guidelines

Consider these factors: - Required capacitance tolerance ( 20% standard) - Voltage derating (select 1.25 operating voltage) - Temperature range (automotive requires -40 C to +150 C) - Vibration resistance (screw-terminal better than SMD) - Lifetime calculation: Lx = L0 (T0/ T) (UR/UX) - RoHS compliance for environmental regulations

Industry Trends

Current developments include: - Conductive polymer hybrid capacitors (30% ESR reduction) - Nanoscale dielectric engineering (<0.1 m oxide layers) - AI-driven lifetime prediction models - Bio-compatible electrolyte formulations - 4D printing of anode structures - Integration with PCB substrates

Application Case

In a 3kW server power supply, 4x 450V/470 F capacitors in parallel provide 2220 F total capacitance with 14Arms ripple current handling. The design uses Nichicon U3 series devices with 6.5mm lead spacing, operating at 120 C with 95% voltage derating, achieving 8000-hour MTBF.

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