16ZLG330MEFCTA8X11.5

Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are mainly composed of three parts, an anode aluminum foil, an electrolyte, and a cathode aluminum foil. They mainly operate based on Faraday\'s law, which states that the magnitude of an electric field between two fixed points is proportional to the magnitude of an electric charge. This law enables the operation of aluminum electrolytic capacitors to take effect and allow them to store energy in the form of electric charge.

The 16ZLG330MEFCTA8X11.5 is a type of highly efficient aluminum electrolytic capacitor. It is a low profile, snap fit version of the original cylindrical electrolytic capacitors. The height of this type of capacitor is just 11.5 mm, which is less than two-thirds of the customary height ranging from 18.0 to 20.0 mm, making it possible to use them in a much more compact space. It also features a snap fit version with a rated voltage of 16 VDC, making it ideal for use in a wide range of applications, such as automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics.

This type of capacitor has a wide range of operating temperatures, ranging from -40°C to +105°C. Its long life expectancy of 3000 to 5000 hours (under rated voltage) is also an attractive feature. Additionally, its low profile construction can significantly reduce the weight and size of PCBs resulting in cost savings on their production. Further, this type of capacitor has a tolerance of ±20% and its frequency characteristics allow for the use in various switched-mode power supplies.

The working principle of the 16ZLG330MEFCTA8X11.5 capacitor is based on Faraday\'s law, which states that equal amounts of electric charge will produce equal amounts of electric field. The electrical energy stored in the capacitor consists of electrons from the cathode and anions from the anode that move independently and create an electric field between them. This electric field stores electrical energy, which can be discharged when a circuit is connected between the anode and the cathode and the energy is used.

The 16ZLG330MEFCTA8X11.5 capacitor is highly reliable and is suitable for use in multiple applications such as automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, and other high reliability applications. It is widely used because of its low profile design, long operating life, and low temperature coefficient which make it an ideal choice for applications with size and weight restrictions. Furthermore, it has good frequency characteristics which enable it to be used in various switched-mode power supplies.

In summary, aluminum electrolytic capacitors are widely used for their various advantages including low profile construction, long operating life, low temperature coefficient, and high frequency characteristics. The 16ZLG330MEFCTA8X11.5 capacitor is highly suitable for automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics applications. It is based on Faraday\'s law and operates by storing electric energy in the form of electric charge between the anode and cathode.