Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

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500D106M050BA2AE3

500D106M050BA2AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 10UF 20% 50V AXIAL

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672D687H020ET3J

672D687H020ET3J

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 680UF 20V RADIAL

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678D476M063CC4D

678D476M063CC4D

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CAP ALUM 47UF 20% 63V RADIAL

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672D147H075ET5C

672D147H075ET5C

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CAP ALUM 140UF 75V RADIAL

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672D825H250DM5C

672D825H250DM5C

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 8.2UF 250V RADIAL

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678D687M040DS3D

678D687M040DS3D

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 680UF 20% 40V RADIAL

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500D686M6R3BA5T

500D686M6R3BA5T

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CAP ALUM 68UF 20% 6.3V AXIAL

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500D156M250EF2

500D156M250EF2

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 15UF 20% 250V AXIAL

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500D156M040BA2A

500D156M040BA2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 15UF 20% 40V AXIAL

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672D396H250FV5C

672D396H250FV5C

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CAP ALUM 39UF 250V RADIAL

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672D686F060DM4D

672D686F060DM4D

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 68UF 60V RADIAL

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500D105M150BA2

500D105M150BA2

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CAP ALUM 1UF 20% 150V AXIAL

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672D686H025CD5D

672D686H025CD5D

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CAP ALUM 68UF 25V RADIAL

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500D106G016BA2

500D106G016BA2

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CAP ALUM 10UF 16V AXIAL

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672D477H025DS5C

672D477H025DS5C

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CAP ALUM 470UF 25V RADIAL

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515D336M010JA6AE3

515D336M010JA6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 33UF 20% 10V RADIAL

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30D826M160GH2A

30D826M160GH2A

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CAP ALUM 82UF 20% 160V AXIAL

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500D226M350GH2A

500D226M350GH2A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 22UF 20% 350V AXIAL

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515D226M025JA6AE3

515D226M025JA6AE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 22UF 20% 25V RADIAL

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601D227G050FJ1

601D227G050FJ1

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 220UF 50V AXIAL

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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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