EKMM161VSN821MP45S

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are electronic components that store electrical energy using the principles of electrochemistry. The EKMM161VSN821MP45S is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor manufactured by AVX Corporation that has an 85°C maximum operating temperature, up to 2600 hours of operating life, and a rated voltage of 160 volts (V).

It has a wide application field and is used to reduce ripple, eliminate noise, filter pulses, and regulate DC power in a variety of consumer electronic products, from cell phones and personal computers to audio and video equipment. The capacitor can also be used in medical devices, industrial lighting systems, and even aircraft. Due to its small size, it is also ideal for use in miniature and low voltage electronic projects.

The working principle of an aluminum electrolytic capacitor is based on the electrochemical nature of aluminum oxide. The oxide acts as an insulator inside the capacitor, which creates a barrier between the two plates of aluminum foil. This barrier prevents charging current from passing directly from one aluminum plate to the other. Charge passes through an electrolytic solution, known as electrolyte, to generate a voltage across the two plates.

The EKMM161VSN821MP45S contains a cylindrical anode made of aluminum, an oxidation-resistant anode, a dielectric aluminum oxide film, and an electrolytic solution. When a voltage is applied across the two plates, the aluminum oxide film and electrolyte increase the capacitance, thus allowing for a larger amount of charge to be stored and released.

When the voltage is removed, the charge stored in the capacitor is released rapidly, creating current. This current can then be used for power, signal processing, or other applications. The capacitor can also be used to maintain a stable voltage, such as in a battery system, by absorbing and releasing current as the voltage levels fluctuate.

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors such as the EKMM161VSN821MP45S are very efficient and stable devices that are suitable for a variety of uses. They are particularly well-suited for use in audio and video equipment, as well as in low voltage and miniature projects, and can also be used in medical, industrial, and aerospace applications. The capacitor\'s ability to store and release electrical charge quickly and efficiently makes it a valuable component in a number of electronic projects and applications.