516D106M450PR6AE3

Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors (AECs) are capacitors made of aluminum foil and an electrolyte. The most distinguishing feature of these capacitors is the combination of a relatively small size with a relatively large capacitance. AECs are used for energy storage applications as they are capable of providing high capacitance in a relatively small package. The specific type of AEC under consideration is the 516D106M450PR6AE3 which is typically used for low-frequency, high voltage surge applications such as DC power supplies in electrical and electronic equipment.

Application Field

The 516D106M450PR6AE3 aluminum electrolytic capacitor is primarily used for high voltage surge applications and provides low-frequency energy storage. It can be used in a variety of applications such as DC power supplies, motor control, isolated DC-DC converter, low frequency ripple filters, and AC power supplies. These capacitors are usually used in pulse or other high frequency power supplies in order to reduce noise and ripple current.

Working Principle

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors use two half-cylindrical pieces of aluminum foil, separated by a thin paper impregnated and soaked with an electrolyte solution. This arrangement forms the capacitor’s plates. When a voltage is applied across the capacitor, the electrolyte solution conducts electric current between the two aluminum plates, forming a capacitive coupling. This capacitive coupling stores electric charge.

The 516D106M450PR6AE3 AEC is specially designed for low-frequency, high voltage applications. It has an operating temperature range of -55 °C to +105°C with a rated voltage of 450V and capacitance of 106µF. The operating life is 5,000 hours with a maximum voltage of 150% of the rated voltage. It has a low impedance, meaning that it can supply smaller ripple current in high frequency AC/DC circuits.

Conclusion

The 516D106M450PR6AE3 aluminum electrolytic capacitor is a useful component for providing high capacitance in a relatively small package. It is primarily used for high voltage pulse applications and provides low-frequency energy storage. It has a wide operating temperature range, low impedance and a long operating life. These characteristics make it an ideal choice for electrical and electronic equipment in various industries.