Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

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515D227M035CC6CE3

515D227M035CC6CE3

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 220UF 20% 35V RADIAL

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500D108M050GK2

500D108M050GK2

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CAP ALUM 1000UF 20% 50V AXIAL

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672D477H012DM3D

672D477H012DM3D

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CAP ALUM 470UF 12V RADIAL

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601D587G020FJ1

601D587G020FJ1

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CAP ALUM 580UF 20V AXIAL

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601D158F050GL1

601D158F050GL1

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CAP ALUM 1500UF 50V AXIAL

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500D156M150DD2A

500D156M150DD2A

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CAP ALUM 15UF 20% 150V AXIAL

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672D107F060EK5D

672D107F060EK5D

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CAP ALUM 100UF 60V RADIAL

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678D227M016CC4D

678D227M016CC4D

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CAP ALUM 220UF 20% 16V RADIAL

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500D105M400CC2A

500D105M400CC2A

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CAP ALUM 1UF 20% 400V AXIAL

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678D478M010FR5O

678D478M010FR5O

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CAP ALUM 4700UF 20% 10V RADIAL

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30D337M035DF2A

30D337M035DF2A

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CAP ALUM 330UF 20% 35V AXIAL

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TVA1205-E3

TVA1205-E3

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CAP ALUM 25UF 25V AXIAL

311

601D337F150HP1

601D337F150HP1

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CAP ALUM 330UF 150V AXIAL

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678D397M025DG4D

678D397M025DG4D

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CAP ALUM 390UF 20% 25V RADIAL

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515D476M250EK6AE3

515D476M250EK6AE3

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CAP ALUM 47UF 20% 250V RADIAL

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500D687M035FK2

500D687M035FK2

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CAP ALUM 680UF 20% 35V AXIAL

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678D108M010DM3J

678D108M010DM3J

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CAP ALUM 1000UF 20% 10V RADIAL

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601D147F200GT7

601D147F200GT7

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CAP ALUM 140UF 200V AXIAL

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500D106M100CB2T

500D106M100CB2T

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CAP ALUM 10UF 20% 100V AXIAL

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30D257G050FF5A

30D257G050FF5A

Vishay / Sprague

CAP ALUM 250UF 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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