63PK3300MEFC18X40

An Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor with part name 63PK3300MEFC18X40 is a through-hole, radial-leaded capacitor. It is typically used for filtering and decoupling circuits, rectification circuits, and other applications where a good transient response is required. It has an ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) of 33 mΩ and a capacitance of 3200 µF at an operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C.

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors have two main parts: the anode and the cathode. The anode consists of two aluminum plates, the outer one being the anode foil and the inner one being the aluminum oxide layer. The cathode contains an electrolytic conductive paste, which functions as the electrolyte in the capacitor. In the capacitor the aluminum foils create an electric field between them that maintains the static charge, and the electrolyte acts as a conductor to the electrical current.

When voltage is applied to the aluminum electrolytic capacitor, the electric field created by the anode foil and the electrolyte ionizes the charge, allowing current to flow. This electric field is maintained by the anode and cathode terminals, and the electrolyte acts as a transfer material to move charge from one side to the other. As the electric field between the electrodes changes, the capacitance of the device changes accordingly.

The 63PK3300MEFC18X40 capacitor is a radial-leaded device, meaning that the lead wire is wrapped around the anode on one side and around the cathode on the other side. This provides secure connection and improved electrical contact between the two sides. The capacitor also features a snap-in mounting design, making installation and removal much easier.

The 63PK3300MEFC18X40 capacitor is capable of lasting over 3,000 hours as long as it is operated within the temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. Its usually used in a wide range of applications, including power converters, communications equipment, medical equipment, and consumer electronics. Its capacitor is also RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant, meaning that it is free of any hazardous materials and can be used safely without the risk of harm to the environment.