100YXG270MEFCGC16X25

Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

The 100YXG270MEFCGC16X25 Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor, also known as an Al-Electrolytic, Al-El or Electro Cap, is an electrical device providing instantaneous and relatively low cost energy storage. It is widely used in commercial, industrial and consumer applications.

In an Al-Electrolytic capacitor, the electric energy is stored as a result of the formation of a thin, solid layer of electrolyte between two solid electrodes. The typically used electrolyte is aqueous solution of ions, such as potassium hydroxide or boric acid. The electric field provided by the two electrodes creates a charge separation and thus linearly increasing voltage on the capacitor plates. The capacitance of the electrolytic capacitor is determined by the dielectric permittivity of the electrolyte and the physical areas of the two electrodes.

The 100YXG270MEFCGC16X25 is a high-capacitance, surface-mount aluminum electrolytic capacitor. Featuring an extremely low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) and high ripple current capability, it is designed to provide superior performance in demanding electronic applications. Its low ESR also means it has an improved temperature coefficient, making it more suitable for extended temperature applications.

Typically, the 100YXG270MEFCGC16X25 is used in applications that require energy storage for rapid discharge or filtering. It thus has a wide range of uses, including power converters, amplifiers, switching power supplies, motors, electromechanical relays, and electronic ballasts. Additionally, it can be used in small form-factor DC-DC converters and as a power source for logic circuits, antennas, and batteries.

The 100YXG270MEFCGC16X25 also serves a variety of other purposes due to its ability to provide low-ESR and high ripple current. It can be used in DC-to-AC inverters, voltage-controlled oscillators, active filters, audio circuits, RF amplifiers, medical applications, and solar and wind power systems.

In conclusion, the 100YXG270MEFCGC16X25 aluminum electrolytic capacitor is a reliable and cost-effective energy storage device that is primarily used for instantaneous energy storage and filtration. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, such as power converters, amplifiers, switching power supplies, motors, electromechanical relays, small form-factor DC-DC converters, logic circuits, antennas, and batteries.