Aluminum electrolytic capacitors
Single-ended capacitors
Series/Type: B43896
Date: December 2006
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Long-life grade capacitors
Applications
Automotive (piezo injection)
Energy-saving lamps
Power supplies
Features
High ripple current capability
Wide temperature range
Construction
Radial leads
Charge-discharge proof, polar
Aluminum case with insulating sleeve
Minus pole marking on the insulating sleeve
Stand-off rubber seal
Case with safety vent
Delivery mode
Terminal configurations and packing:
Bulk
Taped, Ammo pack
Cut
Kinked
PAPR (protection against polarity reversal):
crimped leads, J leads, bent leads
Refer to chapter "Single-ended capacitors Taping, packing
and lead configurations" for further details and ordering
example.
Single-ended capacitors B43896
Up to 125 °C
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Specifications and characteristics in brief
Rated voltage VR
Surge voltage VS
160 ... 450 V DC
1.1 VR
Rated capacitance CR
Capacitance tolerance
4.7 ... 220 µF
±20% M
Dissipation factor tan δ
(20 °C, 120 Hz)
VR≤250 V DC: tan δ= 0.20
VR≥350 V DC: tan δ= 0.24
Leakage current Ileak
(20 °C, 5 min)
Self-inductance ESL Diameter (mm) ≤12.5 16 18
ESL (nH) 20 26 34
Useful life
125 °C, VR, IAC,R > 3000 h
Requirements ∆C/C ≤ ±35% of initial value
tan δ ≤ 3 times initial specified limit
Ileak ≤initial specified limit
Voltage endurance test
125 °C, VR3000 h
Post test requirements ∆C/C ≤ ±30% of initial value
tan δ ≤ 2 times initial specified limit
Ileak ≤initial specified limit
Vibration resistance test To IEC 60068-2-6, test Fc:
Displacement amplitude 0.75 mm, frequency range 10 ... 2000 Hz,
acceleration max. 20 g, duration 3 ×2 h.
Capacitor rigidly clamped by the aluminum case.
IEC climatic category To IEC 60068-1:
VR≤250 V: 40/125/56 (40 °C/+125 °C/56 days damp heat test)
VR≥350 V: 25/125/56 (25 °C/+125 °C/56 days damp heat test)
Sectional specification IEC 60384-4
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Dimensional drawing
With stand-off rubber seal
Diameters (mm): 10, 12.5, 16, 18
Dimensions and weights
Dimensions (mm) Approx. weight
d +0.5 l a ±0.5 b g
10 16 +1.0 5.0 0.60 ±0.05 1.9
10 20 +2.0 5.0 0.60 ±0.05 2.6
12.5 20 +2.0 5.0 0.60 ±0.05 3.6
12.5 25 +2.0 5.0 0.60 ±0.05 4.5
12.5 30 +2.0 5.0 0.80 ±0.05 5.3
16 20 +2.0 7.5 0.80 ±0.05 5.5
16 25 +2.0 7.5 0.80 ±0.05 7.5
16 31.5 +2.0 7.5 0.80 ±0.05 7.8
18 20 +2.0 7.5 0.80 ±0.1 8.0
18 31.5 +2.0 7.5 0.80 ±0.1 11.0
18 35 +2.0 7.5 0.80 ±0.1 13.0
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Overview of available types
VR(V DC) 160 200 250 350 400 450
Case dimensions d ×l (mm)
CR(µF)
4.7 10 ×16 10 ×20
6.8 10 ×16 10 ×20 10 ×20
10 10 ×16 10 ×16 10 ×16 10 ×20 10 ×20 12.5 ×20
15 10 ×16 10 ×20 12.5 ×20 12.5 ×25 12.5 ×25
22 10 ×20 10 ×20 12.5 ×20 12.5 ×25 12.5 ×30 16 ×25
33 10 ×20 12.5 ×20 12.5 ×25 16 ×25 16 ×25 16 ×31.5
47 12.5 ×20 12.5 ×25 16 ×20
18 ×20
16 ×31.5 18 ×31.5 18 ×35
68 12.5 ×25 16 ×20 16 ×31.5 18 ×31.5
100 16 ×25 16 ×25 18 ×31.5
150 16 ×31.5
220 18 ×31.5
Other voltage and capacitance ratings are available upon request.
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Technical data and ordering codes
CR
120 Hz
20 °C
µF
Case
dimensions
d×l
mm
ESRmax
120 Hz
25 °C
Ω
ESRmax
120 Hz
20 °C
Ω
Zmax
100 kHz
20 °C
Ω
IAC,R
100 kHz
125 °C
mA
IAC,max
100 kHz
105 °C
mA
Ordering code
(composition see
below)
Composition of ordering code
*** = Version
000 = for standard leads, bulk
001 = for kinked leads, bulk (for ∅≥10 mm)
002 = for cut leads, bulk (for ∅≥10 mm)
003 = for crimped leads, blister (for ∅≥16 mm)
004 = for J leads, blister (from d ×l=10×16 mm to 18 ×35 mm)
008 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 5.0 mm (from d ×l=10×16 mm to 12.5 ×25 mm)
009 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 7.5 mm (from d ×l=16×20 mm to 18 ×31.5 mm)
012 = for bent 90°leads, blister (for ∅16 and 18 mm)
VR= 160 V DC
10 10 ×16 774 22.1 4.64 150 210 B43896A1106M***
22 10 ×20 352 10.0 2.11 225 290 B43896A1226M***
33 10 ×20 234 6.7 1.41 277 388 B43896A1336M***
47 12.5 ×20 165 4.7 0.99 281 393 B43896A1476M***
68 12.5 ×25 114 3.3 0.68 368 515 B43896A1686M***
100 16 ×25 77 2.2 0.46 494 692 B43896A1107M***
150 16 ×31.5 52 1.5 0.31 651 911 B43896A1157M***
220 18 ×31.5 35 1.0 0.21 830 1162 B43896A1227M***
VR= 200 V DC
10 10 ×16 774 22.1 4.64 125 175 B43896A2106M***
15 10 ×16 516 14.7 3.09 175 245 B43896A2156M***
22 10 ×20 352 10.0 2.11 227 318 B43896A2226M***
33 12.5 ×20 234 6.7 1.41 283 396 B43896A2336M***
47 12.5 ×25 165 4.7 0.99 306 428 B43896A2476M***
68 16 ×20 114 3.3 0.68 375 525 B43896A2686M***
100 16 ×25 77 2.2 0.46 495 693 B43896A2107M***
VR= 250 V DC
10 10 ×16 774 22.1 4.64 120 168 B43896F2106M***
15 10 ×20 516 14.7 3.09 130 182 B43896F2156M***
22 12.5 ×20 352 10.0 2.11 170 203 B43896F2226M***
33 12.5 ×25 234 6.7 1.41 231 323 B43896F2336M***
47 16 ×20 165 4.7 0.99 257 360 B43896F2476M***
47 18 ×20 165 4.7 0.99 460 644 B43896G2476M***
68 16 ×31.5 114 3.3 0.68 338 473 B43896F2686M***
100 18 ×31.5 77 2.2 0.46 438 613 B43896F2107M***
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Up to 125 °C
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Technical data and ordering codes
CR
120 Hz
20 °C
µF
Case
dimensions
d×l
mm
ESRmax
120 Hz
25 °C
Ω
ESRmax
120 Hz
20 °C
Ω
Zmax
100 kHz
20 °C
Ω
IAC,R
100 kHz
125 °C
mA
IAC,max
100 kHz
105 °C
mA
Ordering code
(composition see
below)
Composition of ordering code
*** = Version
000 = for standard leads, bulk
001 = for kinked leads, bulk (for ∅≥10 mm)
002 = for cut leads, bulk (for ∅≥10 mm)
003 = for crimped leads, blister (for ∅≥16 mm)
004 = for J leads, blister (from d ×l=10×16 mm to 18 ×35 mm)
008 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 5.0 mm (from d ×l=10×16 mm to 12.5 ×25 mm)
009 = for taped leads, Ammo pack, lead spacing F = 7.5 mm (from d ×l=16×20 mm to 18 ×31.5 mm)
012 = for bent 90°leads, blister (for ∅16 and 18 mm)
VR= 350 V DC
6.8 10 ×16 1365 39.0 8.19 100 140 B43896A4685M***
10 10 ×20 928 26.5 5.57 155 217 B43896A4106M***
15 12.5 ×20 619 17.7 3.71 200 280 B43896A4156M***
22 12.5 ×25 422 12.1 2.53 250 350 B43896A4226M***
33 16 ×25 281 8.0 1.69 341 477 B43896A4336M***
47 16 ×31.5 198 5.6 1.19 365 511 B43896A4476M***
68 18 ×31.5 137 3.9 0.82 480 672 B43896A4686M***
VR= 400 V DC
4.7 10 ×16 1975 56.4 11.85 96 134 B43896A9475M***
6.8 10 ×20 1365 39.0 8.19 115 161 B43896A9685M***
10 10 ×20 928 26.5 5.57 155 217 B43896A9106M***
15 12.5 ×25 619 17.7 3.71 200 280 B43896A9156M***
22 12.5 ×30 422 12.1 2.53 256 358 B43896A9226M***
33 16 ×25 281 8.0 1.69 341 477 B43896A9336M***
47 18 ×31.5 198 5.6 1.19 364 510 B43896A9476M***
VR= 450 V DC
4.7 10 ×20 1975 56.4 11.85 105 147 B43896A5475M***
6.8 10 ×20 1365 39.0 8.19 110 154 B43896A5685M***
10 12.5 ×20 928 26.5 5.57 155 217 B43896A5106M***
15 12.5 ×25 619 17.7 3.71 200 280 B43896A5156M***
22 16 ×25 422 12.1 2.53 277 388 B43896A5226M***
33 16 ×31.5 281 8.0 1.69 365 511 B43896A5336M***
47 18 ×35 198 5.6 1.19 480 672 B43896A5476M***
B43896
Up to 125 °C
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1) Refer to chapter "General technical information, 5.3 Calculation of useful life" for an explanation on how to interpret the useful life
graphs.
Useful life
depending on ambient temperature TAunder ripple current operating conditions1)
Frequency factor of permissible ripple current IAC versus frequency f
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Taping, packing and lead configurations
Taping
Single-ended capacitors are available taped in Ammo pack from diameter 5 to 18 mm as follows:
Lead spacing F = 2.5 mm (∅d=5 … 6.3 mm)
Lead spacing F = 3.5 mm (∅d = 8 mm)
Lead spacing F = 5.0 mm (∅d = 5 … 12.5 mm)
Lead spacing F = 7.5 mm (∅d = 16 ... 18 mm).
Lead spacing 2.5 mm (∅d = 5 ... 6.3 mm)
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 007
Dimensions in mm
∅d F H W W0W1W2H0P P0P1I1t∆h D0
52.5 18.5 18.0 5.5 9.0 1.5 16.0 12.7 12.7 5.1 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0
6.3
Toler-
ance
+0.8
02 ±0.75 ±0.5 min. ±0.5 max. ±0.5 ±1.0 ±0.2 ±0.5 max. ±0.2 max. ±0.2
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Lead spacing 3.5 mm (∅d = 8 mm)
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 006
Dimensions in mm
∅d F H W W0W1W2P P0P1I1t∆h D0
83.5 18.5 18.0 12.5 9.0 1.5 12.7 12.7 4.6 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0
Toler-
ance
+0.8
02 1.0 ±0.5 min. ±0.5 max. ±1.0 ±0.2 ±0.5 max. ±0.2 max. ±0.2
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Lead spacing 5.0 mm (∅d = 5 ... 8 mm)
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 008
Lead spacing 5.0 mm (∅d = 10 ... 12.5 mm)
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 008
Dimensions in mm
∅d F H W W0W1W2H0P P0P1I1t∆h D0
55.0 18.5 18.0 5.5 9.0 1.5 16.0 12.7 12.7 3.85 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0
6.3
820.0 16.0 12.7 12.7 3.85
10 5.0 19.0 18.0 12.5 9.0 1.5 12.7 12.7 3.85 1.0 0.7 1.0 4.0
12.5 19.0 15.0 15.0 5.0
Toler-
ance
+0.8
02 ±0.75 ±0.5 min. ±0.5 max. ±0.5 ±1.0 ±0.2 ±0.5 max. ±0.2 max. ±0.2
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Lead spacing 7.5 mm (∅d = 16 ...18 mm)
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 009
Dimensions in mm
∅d F H W W0W1W2P P0P1I1t∆P∆h D0
16 7.5 18.5 18.0 12.5 9.0 1.5 30.0 15.0 3.75 1.0 0.7 0 0 4.0
18 *)
Toler-
ance ±0.8 0.5
+0.75 ±0.5 min. ±0.5 max. ±1.0 ±0.2 ±0.5 max. ±0.2 ±1.0 ±1.0 ±0.2
*) Available only for case dimensions 18 ×20, 18 ×25 and 18 ×31.5 mm
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Packing units and box dimensions
Ammo pack
Case size
d×l
Dimensions (mm) Packing
units
mm Amax Bmax Cmax pcs.
5×11 345 55 240 2000
6.3 ×11 345 55 290 2000
8×11.5 345 55 240 1000
10 ×12.5 345 55 280 750
10 ×16 345 60 200 500
10 ×20 345 60 200 500
12.5 ×20 345 65 280 500
12.5 ×25 345 65 280 500
12.5 ×25 345 65 280 500
12.5 ×30 345 65 275 500
16 ×20 315 65 275 300
16 ×25 315 65 275 300
16 ×31.5 315 65 275 300
18 ×20 315 65 275 250
18 ×25 315 65 275 250
18 ×31.5 315 65 275 250
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Kinked or cut leads
Single-ended capacitors are available with kinked or cut leads. Other lead configurations also
available upon request.
Kinked leads
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 001
With stand-off rubber seal Case size Dimensions (mm)
d×l (mm) a ±0.5
10 ×20 5.0
12.5 ×20 5.0
12.5 ×25 5.0
12.5 ×30 5.0
12.5 ×35 5.0
12.5 ×40 5.0
16 ×20 7.5
16 ×25 7.5
16 ×31.5 7.5
18 ×20 7.5
18 ×25 7.5
18 ×31.5 7.5
18 ×35 7.5
18 ×40 7.5
20 ×20 10.0
20 ×25 10.0
20 ×40 10.0
22 ×30 10.0
22 ×35 10.0
22 ×40 10.0
With flat rubber seal
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Cut leads
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 002
With stand-off rubber seal Case size Dimensions (mm)
d×l (mm) a ±0.5
10 ×12.5 5.0
10 ×16 5.0
10 ×20 5.0
12.5 ×20 5.0
12.5 ×25 5.0
12.5 ×30 5.0
12.5 ×35 5.0
12.5 ×40 5.0
16 ×20 7.5
16 ×25 7.5
16 ×31.5 7.5
18 ×20 7.5
18 ×25 7.5
18 ×31.5 7.5
18 ×35 7.5
18 ×40 7.5
20 ×20 10.0
20 ×25 10.0
20 ×40 10.0
With flat rubber seal
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PAPR leads (Protection Against Polarity Reversal)
These lead configurations ensure correct placement of the capacitor on the PCB with regard to
polarity. PAPR leads are available for diameters from 10 mm up to 20 mm.
There are three configurations available: Crimped leads, J leads, bent 90°leads
Crimped leads
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 003
With stand-off rubber seal With flat rubber seal
Suggestion for PCB hole diameter
Case size Dimensions (mm)
d×l (mm) B ±0.2 C ±0.5 D ±0.1 E ±0.1 a ±0.5 ∅b
16 ×20 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
16 ×25 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
16 ×31.5 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
18 ×20 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×25 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×31.5 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×35 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×40 1.5 3.0 1.3 0.3 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
20 ×20 1.5 3.0 1.6 0.3 10.0 1.0 ±0.1
20 ×25 1.5 3.0 1.6 0.3 10.0 1.0 ±0.1
20 ×40 1.5 3.0 1.6 0.3 10.0 1.0 ±0.1
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J leads
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 004
Suggestion for PCB hole diameter
Case size Dimensions (mm)
d×l (mm) C ±0.5 E ±0.5 J ±0.2 a ±0.5 ∅b
10 ×12.5 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 ±0.05
10 ×16 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 ±0.05
10 ×20 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 ±0.05
12.5 ×20 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 ±0.05
12.5 ×25 3.2 0.7 1.2 5.0 0.6 ±0.05
16 ×20 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
16 ×25 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
16 ×31.5 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
18 ×20 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×25 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×31.5 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×35 3.5 0.7 1.6 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
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Bent 90°leads for horizontal mounting pinning
Last 3 digits of ordering code: 012
Case size Dimensions (mm)
d×l (mm) C ±0.5 E ±0.5 F ±0.5 a ±0.5 ∅b
16 ×20 4.0 4.0 12.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
16 ×25 4.0 4.0 12.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
16 ×31.5 4.0 4.0 12.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.05
18 ×20 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×25 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×31.5 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×35 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
18 ×40 4.0 4.0 13.0 7.5 0.8 ±0.1
Bent leads for diameter 12.5 mm available upon request.
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1) Available upon request
Overview of packing units and code numbers for case sizes 5 ×11 ... 16 ×31.5
PAPR
Case size
d×l
Stan-
dard,
bulk
Taped,
Ammo pack
Kinked
leads,
bulk
Cut
leads,
bulk
Crimped
leads
J leads Bent 90°
leads,
blister
mm pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs.
5×11 2000 2000
6.3 ×11 2500 2000
8×11.5 1000 1000
10 ×12.5 1000 750 1000 675
10 ×16 100 500 1000 675
10 ×20 500 500 500 500 500
12.5 ×20 350 500 350 350 300 1)
12.5 ×25 250 500 500 500 225 1)
12.5 ×30 200 500 175 175 180 1)
12.5 ×35 175 - 175 175 150 1)
12.5 ×40 175 - 175 175 150 1)
16 ×20 250 300 200 200 200 200 120
16 ×25 250 300 200 200 200 200 120
16 ×31.5 200 300 250 250 344 344 120
The last three
digits of the
complete
ordering code
state the lead
configuration
000 Code F (mm) d (mm) 001 002 003 004 012
006
007
008
009
3.5
2.5
5
7.5
8
5...6.3
5...12.5
16...18
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Overview of packing units and code numbers for case sizes 18 ×20 ... 25 ×40
PAPR
Case size
d×l
Stan-
dard,
bulk
Taped,
Ammo pack
Kinked
leads,
bulk
Cut
leads,
bulk
Crimped
leads
J leads Bent 90°
leads,
blister
mm pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs. pcs.
18 ×20 175 250 175 175 200 200 120
18 ×25 150 250 150 150 200 200 120
18 ×31.5 100 250 100 100 150 150 120
18 ×35 100 100 100 150 150 150
18 ×40 125 100 100 120 72
20 ×20 125 125 125 200
20 ×25 125 125 125 200
20 ×30 100 100 100 120
20 ×35 100 100 100 120
20 ×40 100 100 100 120
22 ×30 80 100 100
22 ×35 80 100 100
22 ×40 80 100 100
25 ×40 40 100
The last three
digits of the
complete
ordering code
state the lead
configuration
000 Code F (mm) d (mm) 001 002 003 004 012
007
008
009
2.5
5
7.5
4...6.3
6.3...12.5
16...18
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Cautions and warnings
Personal safety
The electrolytes used by EPCOS have not only been optimized with a view to the intended
application, but also with regard to health and environmental compatibility. They do not contain
any solvents that are detrimental to health, e.g. dimethyl formamide (DMF) or dimethyl acetamide
(DMAC).
Furthermore, part of the high-voltage electrolytes used by EPCOS are self-extinguishing. They
contain flame-retarding substances which will quickly extinguish any flame that may have been
ignited.
As far as possible, EPCOS does not use any dangerous chemicals or compounds to produce
operating electrolytes. However, in exceptional cases, such materials must be used in order to
achieve specific physical and electrical properties because no safe substitute materials are
currently known. However, the amount of dangerous materials used in our products has been
limited to an absolute minimum. Nevertheless, the following rules should be observed when
handling Al electrolytic capacitors:
Any escaping electrolyte should not come into contact with eyes or skin.
If electrolyte does come into contact with the skin, wash the affected parts immediately with
running water. If the eyes are affected, rinse them for 10 minutes with plenty of water. If
symptoms persist, seek medical treatment.
Avoid breathing in electrolyte vapor or mists. Workplaces and other affected areas should be
well ventilated. Clothing that has been contaminated by electrolyte must be changed and
rinsed in water.
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Product safety
The table below summarize the safety instructions that must be observed without fail. A detailed
description can be found in the relevant sections of chapter "General technical information".
Topic Safety information Reference
Chapter "General
technical information"
Polarity Make sure that polar capacitors are connected
with the right polarity.
1
"Basic construction of
aluminum electrolytic
capacitors"
Reverse voltage Voltages polarity classes should be prevented by
connecting a diode.
3.1.6
"Reverse voltage"
Upper category
temperature
Do not exceed the upper category temperatur. 7.2
"Maximum permissible
operating temperature"
Maintenance Make periodic inspections of the capacitors.
Before the inspection, make sure that the power
supply is turned off and carefully discharge the
electricity of the capacitors.
Do not apply any mechanical stress to the
capacitor terminals.
10
"Maintenance"
Mounting
position of screw
terminal capacitors
Do not mount the capacitor with the terminals
(safety vent) upside down.
11.1.
"Mounting positions of
capacitors with screw
terminals"
Mounting of
single-ended
capacitors
The internal structure of single-ended capacitors
might be damaged if excessive force is applied to
the lead wires.
Avoid any compressive, tensile or flexural stress.
Do not move the capacitor after soldering to PC
board.
Do not pick up the PC board by the soldered
capacitor.
Do not insert the capacitor on the PC board with a
hole space different to the lead space specified.
11.4
"Mounting
considerations for
single-ended capacitors"
Robustness of
terminals
The following maximum tightening torques must
not be exceeded when connecting screw
terminals:
M5: 2 Nm
M6: 2.5 Nm
11.3
"Mounting torques"
Soldering Do not exceed the specified time or temperature
limits during soldering.
11.5
"Soldering"
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Topic Safety information Reference
Chapter "General
technical information"
Soldering,
cleaning agents
Do not allow halogenated hydrocarbons to come
into contact with aluminum electrolytic capacitors.
11.6
"Cleaning agents"
Passive
flammability
Avoid external energy, such as fire or electricity. 8.1
"Passive flammability"
Active
flammability
Avoid overload of the capacitors. 8.2
"Active flammability"
Reference
Chapter "Capacitors
with screw terminals"
Breakdown strength
of insulating
sleeves
Do not damage the insulating sleeve, especially
when ring clips are used for mounting.
"Screw terminals -
accessories"
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The following applies to all products named in this publication:
1. Some parts of this publication contain statements about the suitability of our products for
certain areas of application. These statements are based on our knowledge of typical re-
quirements that are often placed on our products in the areas of application concerned. We
nevertheless expressly point out that such statements cannot be regarded as binding
statements about the suitability of our products for a particular customer application.
As a rule, EPCOS is either unfamiliar with individual customer applications or less familiar
with them than the customers themselves. For these reasons, it is always ultimately incum-
bent on the customer to check and decide whether an EPCOS product with the properties de-
scribed in the product specification is suitable for use in a particular customer application.
2. We also point out that in individual cases, a malfunction of passive electronic compon-
ents or failure before the end of their usual service life cannot be completely ruled out
in the current state of the art, even if they are operated as specified. In customer applica-
tions requiring a very high level of operational safety and especially in customer applications
in which the malfunction or failure of a passive electronic component could endanger human
life or health (e.g. in accident prevention or life-saving systems), it must therefore be ensured
by means of suitable design of the customer application or other action taken by the customer
(e.g. installation of protective circuitry or redundancy) that no injury or damage is sustained by
third parties in the event of malfunction or failure of a passive electronic component.
3. The warnings, cautions and product-specific notes must be observed.
4. In order to satisfy certain technical requirements, some of the products described in this
publication may contain substances subject to restrictions in certain jurisdictions (e.g.
because they are classed as “hazardous”). Useful information on this will be found in our
Material Data Sheets on the Internet (www.epcos.com/material). Should you have any more
detailed questions, please contact our sales offices.
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specifications. Please check therefore to what extent product descriptions and specifications
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cannot guarantee that all products named in this publication will always be available.
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UltraCap, WindCap are trademarks registered or pending in Europe and in other countries.
Further information will be found on the Internet at www.epcos.com/trademarks.
Important notes
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