MALREKA00AA122J00K

Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are one of the most widely used types of capacitors due to their cost-efficiency, size, and high capacitance value. They are generally reliable and long-lasting, making them ideal for use in numerous applications.

MALREKA00AA122J00K Application Field and Working Principle

The MALREKA00AA122J00K is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a 1600uF capacitance value, 6.3V voltage rating, and a -30°C to 70°C temperature rating. It is primarily used in pulse-load and block circuit applications. It has a rated life of 2000 hours at +105°C.

At the heart of the aluminum electrolytic capacitor are two etched aluminum plates separated by a porous spacer. The spacer is soaked in an electrolyte fluid that has been charged with an electrical charge before the capacitor is sealed. This electrical charge creates a potential difference between the two plates, creating an electrical field and generating a capacitor. As the name suggests, the electrical field is created by the electrolyte, which is why it is necessary for the capacitor to be in an electrolyte-filled environment.

The capacitor operates by storing energy within the electrical field generated between the two plates. When an AC voltage is applied, the capacitor charges and discharges as electrons move from one plate to another, thus filtering out the AC component in the circuit. When a DC voltage is applied, the capacitor stores the charge due to the potential difference created between the two plates. The stored charge is proportional to the applied voltage and is discharged when the voltage is removed.

In addition to being used for filtering AC signals, aluminum electrolytic capacitors are also used for power supply stabilization, energy storage, and noise reduction in electronic circuits. Additionally, due to their relatively high capacitance values, aluminum electrolytic capacitors are often used to increase frequency response in audio circuits.

The MALREKA00AA122J00K is a reliable and cost-effective aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a long life expectancy and a high capacitance value, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications. It is a great choice for circuits that require a long-lasting and reliable capacitor.