MAL219691202E3

Electric Double Layer Capacitors (EDLC)

Electric Double Layer Capacitors (EDLC), also referred to as super capacitors or ultracapacitors, are the most powerful types of capacitor available today. They are designed to store and discharge energy rapidly and efficiently, making them ideal for applications where a sudden surge in electricity is needed, such as in electric vehicle applications. The MAL219691202E3 is a 9V EDLC supercapacitor based on a carbon-based electrode material.

Application Field

Due to their high power and energy densities, electric double layer capacitors are valued for their operation in applications requiring a sudden, short burst of power. This typically includes consumer electronics, such as tablets and laptops, automotive systems, industrial robotics, consumer appliances, medical device systems, and more. EDLCs are often used in applications that require an additional source of power during start-up or short-term power regulation. For example, EDLCs are used in power conversions circuits to provide a buffer of energy during startup or emergency shutdowns, or to temporarily provide enough power for a device to stay operational even when the primary supply of energy is failing.

Working Principle

Electric double layer capacitors operate similarly to regular capacitors, but are much more powerful. They work by forming a “double layer” of electric charge at the interface between the electrode and the electrolyte solution. This double layer consists of two layers of positive and negative ions, which are attracted to the charged electrodes and balanced by the electrolyte solution, creating a large amount of electric potential stored within the capacitor. The capacitor stores the energy until it is discharged rapidly into the circuit for a short burst of power or to actively regulate the power supply in a device.

Conclusion

The MAL219691202E3 EDLC supercapacitor is an extremely powerful device designed to provide a sudden burst of energy for applications such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, industrial robotics, and consumer appliances. The technology behind it is based on a carbon-based electrode material and utilizes a double layer of positive and negative ions in order to store and discharge energy rapidly. Through this method, the device is capable of quickly providing a strong burst of energy when and where it is needed.