100uF 25V Electrolytic Capacitor –(pack of 10) Standard Quality

The 100uF 25V electrolytic capacitor, available in a pack of 10, is a versatile component widely used in electronics.

An aluminum electrolytic capacitor, often only called an electrolytic capacitor, uses aluminum metal as one electrode, covered with a very thin layer of aluminum oxide as dielectric, and which has an
the electrolyte as its second electrode.

Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are typically used in power supplies and DC-DC converters for smoothing and buffering rectified DC voltages in many electronic devices. They are also used in industrial power supplies. Aluminum electrolytic capacitors are polarized capacitors because of their
anodization principle. They can only be operated with DC voltage applied with the correct polarity.

With a capacitance of 100 microfarads and a voltage rating of 25 volts, it’s suitable for various applications requiring moderate capacitance and voltage levels. These capacitors are polarized, typically marked with a stripe indicating the negative terminal, and are commonly found in power supply circuits, audio amplifiers, and filtering applications. They come in cylindrical shapes with dimensions around 6mm in diameter and 11mm in length. Operating within a temperature range of -40°C to +105°C, they offer reliability across a wide range of conditions. It’s important to source them from reputable suppliers to ensure quality and consistent performance. When using electrolytic capacitors, always observe proper polarity to avoid damaging them or the circuit.

Here are some additional features of the 100uF 25V electrolytic capacitor:

• Long Lifespan: Electrolytic capacitors typically have a long operational lifespan, making them reliable for use in electronic circuits over extended periods.
• Low Leakage Current: These capacitors are designed to have low leakage current, ensuring efficient energy storage and minimal power loss.
• High Capacitance Density: Electrolytic capacitors offer high capacitance density in a compact package, allowing for the storage of significant amounts of electrical charge in a small space.
• High Ripple Current Handling: They are capable of handling high ripple currents, making them suitable for applications where the input or output voltage is subject to rapid fluctuations.
• Self-Healing Properties: In the event of a minor electrical fault or overvoltage condition, electrolytic capacitors can self-heal to a certain extent, helping to maintain their functionality.
• Wide Temperature Range: These capacitors can operate effectively across a wide temperature range, from -40°C to +105°C, making them suitable for use in environments with varying temperature conditions.
• Low Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR): They typically have low ESR, which minimizes energy loss and heat generation, improving overall efficiency.
• RoHS Compliance: Many electrolytic capacitors adhere to RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directives, ensuring they are free from hazardous materials like lead and mercury, making them environmentally friendly.
• High Voltage Tolerance: Despite their compact size, electrolytic capacitors can withstand relatively high voltages, making them suitable for use in circuits with higher voltage requirements.
• Tape and Reel Packaging: Some suppliers offer these capacitors in tape and reel packaging, facilitating automated assembly processes in electronics manufacturing.

Here are some common uses of the 100uF 25V electrolytic capacitor:

• Power Supply Filtering: Helps to smooth out voltage fluctuations in power supply circuits, ensuring a stable DC output.
• Audio Amplifiers: Used in coupling and decoupling applications to block DC while allowing AC signals to pass through, improving audio quality.
• Signal Coupling: Allows the transfer of AC signals from one circuit stage to another while blocking DC components.
• Voltage Regulation: Assists in maintaining a steady voltage level in voltage regulator circuits.
• Timing Circuits: Helps to control the timing of circuits by storing and releasing electrical energy at specific intervals.
• Decoupling: Minimizes noise and interference by providing a low-impedance path for high-frequency signals to bypass sensitive components.
• Filtering: Removes unwanted noise or ripple from DC signals, ensuring a cleaner output.
• Energy Storage: Stores electrical energy temporarily, often used in combination with resistors to create timing circuits or with voltage regulators to stabilize voltage levels.
• Buffering: Acts as a buffer to stabilize voltage fluctuations and prevent voltage spikes from damaging sensitive components.
• Power Factor Correction: Helps to improve the power factor of electrical systems by correcting phase shifts between voltage and current.

Typical applications of aluminum electrolytic capacitors with non-solid electrolytes are

• Input and output decoupling capacitors for smoothing and filtering.
• DC-link capacitors in AC/AC converters for variable-frequency drive and frequency
  changers
• Correction capacitors for power factor correction

Package Includes:

1 x 100uF 25V Electrolytic Capacitor -(pack of 10)