ESMH451VSN101MQ25S

Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are a type of capacitor that provides a large amount of capacitance in a relatively small package. They are extensively used in electronic circuits of all types for purposes ranging from low-frequency filtering and bypassing to decoupling and filtering of high-frequency signals. In addition, they are found in computers, home entertainment systems, and consumer applications.

The most common form of aluminum electrolytic capacitor is the radial leaded type, which consists of an anode composed of a metal foil wound into a spiral shape. This is surrounded by a layer of insulating material known as the dielectric, which is usually formed from a flexible polypropylene film. The cathode is formed from a metal oxide, which is in contact with the dielectric. The leads, which are usually formed from copper, extend from the anode and cathode, and are sealed in the bottom of the capacitor\'s aluminum can with an epoxy resin.

One of the most common types of aluminum electrolytic capacitors is the ESMH451VSN101MQ25S. It is a Radial-Leaded Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor with a rated capacitance of 0.1F (100uF), a rated voltage of 25V, and an operating temperature range from -20°C to +85°C. This device is ideal for use in applications requiring high capacitance and low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) in a low-profile package.

The ESMH451VSN101MQ25S is widely used in applications such as power supplies, decoupling, noise suppression, motor drives, and filter circuits. It is also suitable for applications requiring low ESR and high reliability such as laptop and tablet PCs, cameras, and USB power supply systems.

In terms of its working principle, the ESMH451VSN101MQ25S capacitor utilizes the process of electrolysis to convert chemical energy stored in its electrolyte into electrical energy. When a voltage is applied to the capacitor, a current passes through the electrolyte and creates an electric field across the capacitor’s plates. This electric field stores charge on the capacitor’s plates, which creates the capacitance. The capacitance of the ESMH451VSN101MQ25S is 0.1F (100uF) and its ESR is typically 50mΩ or less.