Engineering Draft CE-AAMX-CEM-1
A type AM series X type Page No.
Contents
Contents
Notice matter
Scope
Parts Number
Parts Lists
Can Size Table
Dimensions and Appearance
Constructions
Marking
Lot No. System
Standard Rating
Performance Characteristics
Other Characteristics
Dimensions
(Snap-in lead formed type)
Taping Shape and Dimensions
Taping Specifications
Package Amount and Shape
Notes in using Radial lead type
Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor
P. 1
P. 2
P. 2
P.3 ~ P.5
P. 6
P. 7
P. 8
P. 8
P.9 ~ P.10
P. 11
P.12 ~ P.15
P.16
P.17
P.18 ~ P.21
P.22 ~ P.24
P.25 ~ P.27
P.28 ~ P.31
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Notice matter
◆ Law and regulation which are applied
・ This product complies with the RoHS Directive (Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous
Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC).
・ No Ozone Depleting Chemicals(ODC's), controlled under the Montreal Protocol Agreement,
are used in producing this product.
･ We do not PBBs or PBDEs as brominated flame retardants.
･ All the materials that are used for this product are registered as "Known Chemicals" in the Japanese act
"Law Concerning the Examination and Regulation of Manufacture, etc. of Chemical Substances".
･ Export procedure which followed export related regulations, such as foreign exchange and a foreign
trade method, on the occasion of export of this product .Thank you for your consideration.
◆ Limitation of a use
･ This capacitor is designed to be used for electronics circuits such as audio/visual equipment,
home appliances, computers and other office equipment, optical equipment, measuring equipment
and industrial robots.
High reliability and safety are required [ be / a possibility that incorrect operation of this product may do harm
to a human life or property ] more. When use is considered by the use, the delivery specifications which
suited the use separately need to be exchanged.
◆ Unless otherwise specified, the product shall conform to JIS 5101-4-1
◆ Country of origin : JAPAN, MALAYSIA
◆ Manufacturing factory : Panasonic Electronic Devices Yamaguchi Co.,Ltd.
1285, Aza-Sakutaguchi, Oaza-Asada,Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi
753-8536 Japan
Panasonic Electronic Devices Malaysia Sdn.Bhd.
No.1 Jalan Jemuju 16/13,40200 Shah Alam,Selangor Darul Ehsan, MALAYSIA
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A type AM series X type 2
1. Scope
Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment, Aluminum electrolytic capacitors with non-solid electrolyte.
2. Parts Number
E C A ○○ AM ○○○ X □
2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-4 2-6
2-1 Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor
2-2 Type : Radial lead type ( JIS : 04 type )
2-3 Rated Voltage Code
Voltage Code 0J 1A 1C 1E 1V 1H 1J 2A
Rated Voktage (V.DC) 6.3 10 16 25 35 50 63 100
2-4 AM series X type
2-5 Capacitance Code : Indicating capacitance in uF by 3 letters.
The first 2 figures are actual values and the third
denotes the number of zeros.
"R" denotes the decimal point and all figures are the
actual number with "R".
For example, 1uF is expressed as 010 in this case.
ex. 0. 1µF → 0R1 , 10µF → 100 , 1000µF → 102
2-6 Suffix Code for Appearance : Special Code for Appearance
Blank Standard Long Lead
E Snap-in lead
i Lead taping (2.5mm pitch)
B Lead taping (5.0mm pitch)
Item 9 for snap-in lead,
Item 10 for lead taping dimensions,
Item 11 and Item 12 for lead taping specifications.
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A type AM series X type 3
Parts lists
Tangent Leakage Rated Ripple
Part No. W .V. Cap. of loss Current Current
[V.DC] [µF] angle [µA] [m A rms]
max. max. max.
(120Hz) (120Hz) (After (120Hz)
(20℃)(20
℃)2 min.) (85
℃)φDLφd
ECA0JAM221X 6.3 220 0.28 13.8 240 5 11 0.5
ECA0JAM471X 6.3 470 0.28 29.6 380 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA0JAM102X 6.3 1000 0.28 63.0 580 8 11.5 0.6
ECA0JAM222X 6.3 2200 0.30 138.6 890 10 16 0.6
ECA0JAM332X 6.3 3300 0.32 207.9 1020 10 20 0.6
ECA0JAM472X 6.3 4700 0.34 296.1 1170 12.5 20 0.6
ECA0JAM682X 6.3 6800 0.38 428.4 1270 12.5 25 0.6
ECA0JAM103X 6.3 10000 0.46 630.0 1450 16 25 0.8
ECA0JAM153X 6.3 15000 0.56 945.0 1700 16 31.5 0.8
ECA0JAM223X 6.3 22000 0.70 1386.0 1900 18 35.5 0.8
ECA1AAM331X 10 330 0.24 33.0 330 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1AAM102X 10 1000 0.24 100.0 630 10 12.5 0.6
ECA1AAM222X 10 2200 0.26 220.0 920 10 20 0.6
ECA1AAM332X 10 3300 0.28 330.0 1090 12.5 20 0.6
ECA1AAM472X 10 4700 0.30 470.0 1200 12.5 25 0.6
ECA1AAM682X 10 6800 0.34 680.0 1400 16 25 0.8
ECA1AAM103X 10 10000 0.42 1000.0 1600 16 31.5 0.8
ECA1AAM153X 10 15000 0.52 1500.0 1850 18 35.5 0.8
ECA1CAM100X 16 10 0.20 3.0 30 5 11 0.5
ECA1CAM220X 16 22 0.20 3.5 75 5 11 0.5
ECA1CAM330X 16 33 0.20 5.2 110 5 11 0.5
ECA1CAM470X 16 47 0.20 7.5 130 5 11 0.5
ECA1CAM101X 16 100 0.20 16.0 180 5 11 0.5
ECA1CAM221X 16 220 0.20 35.2 280 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1CAM471X 16 470 0.20 75.2 440 8 11.5 0.6
ECA1CAM102X 16 1000 0.20 160.0 680 10 16 0.6
ECA1CAM222X 16 2200 0.22 352.0 1000 12.5 20 0.6
ECA1CAM332X 16 3300 0.24 528.0 1200 12.5 25 0.6
ECA1CAM472X 16 4700 0.26 752.0 1360 16 25 0.8
ECA1CAM682X 16 6800 0.30 1088.0 1600 16 31.5 0.8
ECA1CAM103X 16 10000 0.38 1600.0 1800 18 35.5 0.8
Dim.［mm］
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Parts lists
Tangent Leakage Rated Ripple
Part No. W .V. Cap. of loss Current Current
[V.DC] [µF] angle [µA] [mA rms]
max. max. max.
(120Hz) (120Hz) (After (120Hz)
(20℃)(20
℃)2 min.) (85
℃)φDLφd
ECA1EAM101X 25 100 0.16 25.0 180 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1EAM331X 25 330 0.16 82.5 390 8 11.5 0.6
ECA1EAM471X 25 470 0.16 117.5 480 10 12.5 0.6
ECA1EAM102X 25 1000 0.16 250.0 850 10 20 0.6
ECA1EAM222X 25 2200 0.18 550.0 1200 12.5 25 0.6
ECA1EAM332X 25 3300 0.20 825.0 1300 16 25 0.8
ECA1EAM472X 25 4700 0.22 1175.0 1500 16 31.5 0.8
ECA1EAM682X 25 6800 0.26 1700.0 1750 18 35.5 0.8
ECA1VAM470X 35 47 0.14 16.4 130 5 11 0.5
ECA1VAM101X 35 100 0.14 35.0 210 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1VAM221X 35 220 0.14 77.0 350 8 11.5 0.6
ECA1VAM331X 35 330 0.14 115.5 440 10 12.5 0.6
ECA1VAM471X 35 470 0.14 164.5 550 10 16 0.6
ECA1VAM102X 35 1000 0.14 350.0 900 12.5 20 0.6
ECA1VAM222X 35 2200 0.16 770.0 1250 16 25 0.8
ECA1VAM332X 35 3300 0.18 1155.0 1400 16 31.5 0.8
ECA1VAM472X 35 4700 0.20 1645.0 1600 18 35.5 0.8
ECA1HAM0R1X 50 0.1 0.12 3.0 1.3 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAMR22X 50 0.22 0.12 3.0 2.9 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAMR33X 50 0.33 0.12 3.0 4.4 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAMR47X 50 0.47 0.12 3.0 5 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM010X 50 1.0 0.12 3.0 10 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM2R2X 50 2.2 0.12 3.0 20 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM3R3X 50 3.3 0.12 3.0 35 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM4R7X 50 4.7 0.12 3.0 45 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM100X 50 10 0.12 5.0 65 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM220X 50 22 0.12 11.0 100 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM330X 50 33 0.12 16.5 110 5 11 0.5
ECA1HAM470X 50 47 0.12 23.5 130 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1HAM101X 50 100 0.12 50.0 250 8 11.5 0.6
ECA1HAM221X 50 220 0.12 110.0 400 10 12.5 0.6
ECA1HAM331X 50 330 0.12 165.0 500 10 16 0.6
ECA1HAM471X 50 470 0.12 235.0 650 10 20 0.6
ECA1HAM102X 50 1000 0.12 500.0 1050 12.5 25 0.6
ECA1HAM222X 50 2200 0.14 1100.0 1300 16 31.5 0.8
ECA1HAM332X 50 3300 0.16 1650.0 1500 18 35.5 0.8
Dim.［mm］
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Parts lists
Tangent Leakage Rated Ripple
Part No. W .V. Cap. of loss Current Current
[V.DC] [µF] angle [µA] [mA rms]
max. max. max.
(120Hz) (120Hz) (After (120Hz)
(20℃)(20
℃) 2 min.) (85℃)φDLφd
ECA1JAM100X 63 10 0.11 6.3 70 5 11 0.5
ECA1JAM220X63 220.1113.8105 5110.5
ECA1JAM330X 63 33 0.11 20.7 130 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1JAM470X 63 47 0.11 29.6 160 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA1JAM101X 63 100 0.11 63.0 270 8 11.5 0.6
ECA1JAM221X 63 220 0.11 138.6 450 10 16 0.6
ECA1JAM331X 63 330 0.11 207.9 550 10 20 0.6
ECA1JAM471X 63 470 0.11 296.1 750 12.5 20 0.6
ECA1JAM102X 63 1000 0.11 630.0 1100 16 25 0.8
ECA1JAM222X 63 2200 0.13 1386.0 1400 18 35.5 0.8
ECA2AAMR47X 100 0.47 0.10 3.0 10 5 11 0.5
ECA2AAM010X 100 1.0 0.10 3.0 20 5 11 0.5
ECA2AAM2R2X 100 2.2 0.10 3.0 30 5 11 0.5
ECA2AAM3R3X 100 3.3 0.10 3.3 40 5 11 0.5
ECA2AAM4R7X 100 4.7 0.10 4.7 50 5 11 0.5
ECA2AAM100X 100 10 0.10 10.0 70 5 11 0.5
ECA2AAM220X 100 22 0.10 22.0 115 6.3 11.2 0.5
ECA2AAM330X 100 33 0.10 33.0 145 8 11.5 0.6
ECA2AAM470X 100 47 0.10 47.0 180 8 11.5 0.6
ECA2AAM101X 100 100 0.10 100.0 350 10 16 0.6
ECA2AAM221X 100 220 0.10 220.0 550 12.5 20 0.6
ECA2AAM331X 100 330 0.10 330.0 700 12.5 25 0.6
ECA2AAM471X 100 470 0.10 470.0 900 16 25 0.8
ECA2AAM102X 100 1000 0.10 1000.0 1300 18 35.5 0.8
Dim.［mm］
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Capacitance and Can Size Table
φD×L [mm]
V.DC
Cap (µF）
0.1 5×11
0.22 5×11
0.33 5×11
0.47 5×11 →5×11
1.0 5×11 →5×11
2.2 5×11 →5×11
3.3 5×11 →5×11
4.7 5×11 →5×11
10 5×11 →→
5×11 5×11 5×11
22 5×11 →→
5×11 5×11 6.3×11.2
33 5×11 →→
5×11 6.3×11.2 8×11.5
47 5×11 →5×11 6.3×11.2 6.3×11.2 8×11.5
100 5×11 6.3×11.2 6.3×11.2 8×11.5 8×11.5 10×16
220 5×11 →6.3×11.2 →8×11.5 10×12.5 10×16 12.5×20
330 →6.3×11.2 →8×11.5 10×12.5 10×16 10×20 12.5×25
470 6.3×11.2 →8×11.5 10×12.5 10×16 10×20 12.5×20 16×25
1000 8×11.5 10×12.5 10×16 10×20 12.5×20 12.5×25 16×25 18×35.5
2200 10×16 10×20 12.5×20 12.5×25 16×25 16×31.5 18×35.5
3300 10×20 12.5×20 12.5×25 16×25 16×31.5 18×35.5
4700 12.5×20 12.5×25 16×25 16×31.5 18×35.5
6800 12.5×25 16×25 16×31.5 18×35.5
10000 16×25 16×31.5 18×35.5
15000 16×31.5 18×35.5
22000 18×35.5
Please refer to a high-ranking voltage for "→"
6350 1003510 16 256.3
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3. Dimensions and Appearance
Body Color (Clear Blue) , Marking (White )
Standard Long Lead (Suffix : Blank)
[mm]
Body Dia. φD 5 6.3 8 10 12.5 16 18
Lead Space F 2.0 2.5 3.5 5.0 5.0 7.5 7.5
Lead Dia. φd 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.8 0.8
Please refer to L dimension on the parts number lists table.
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φ5～φ8
φ10≦
3
φD±0.5
φd±0.05
14min.
* L
Pressure relief
φ6.3≦
* L≦16:L±1.0
min.
L≧20:L±2.0
F±0.5
［mm］
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A type AM series X type 8
4. Constructions
4-1 Inside Construction
4-2 Construction Parts
Parts Materials Materials
1 Lead Wire Solid tinned copper weld 5 Separator Manila hemp
steel wire
2 Sleeve Thermoplastic Resin 6 Anode Foil High purity
Aluminum foil
3 Aluminum Can Aluminum 7 Cathode Foil Aluminum foil
4 Sealing Rubber Synthetic rubber 8 Electrolyte Main Solvent Ethlene
glycol
(EPT/IIR) Main Solute Ammonium salt
Parts
5. Marking
Markings indicated on the products :
a
) Rated Voltage.
b ) Capacitance
c ) Negative Polarity
d ) Manufacturer’s Trademark
e ) Upper Category Temperature
f ) Series Code
g) Lot No. (It indicates to Lot No. System)
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1 Lead wire
Aluminum lead
Inside unit
（5 Separator, 6･7 Anode and
cathode foil, 8 Electrolyte）
2 Sleeve
3 Aluminum can
4 Sealing rubber
Pressure relief
dia≧φ6.3
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Radial lead type Lot No. System 9
・JAPAN PRODUCTS
Lot number is indicated on a sleeve in following manner.
eg. For 04 type, expressed in 3 figures, 4 figures, or 5 figures.
(a) (b) (c)
(a)sequential alphabet for each lot
(b)month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
(c)sequential alphabet for
(a) (b) (c) (d)
As for the display contents of 4 figures, there are 2 kinds
(1) (a) last number of year
(b) month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
(c) week (1 to 5 and A to E)
(d) line code in alphabet (A to Z)
(2) (a) last number of year
(b) month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
(c) line code in alphabet (A to Z)
(d) production date
(a) (b)
(a) last 2 digit of year
(b) numerical indication of week (ninth week of 1992=09)
(a) (b) (c) (d) -
(a) last number of year
(b) month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
(c) week (1 to 5 and A to E)
(d) line code
production yea
r
production week
1:2001 1:January 7:July A,1: first week A=1 date 1=27 date
2:2002 2:February 8:August B,2:second week B=2 2=28
3:2003 3:March 9:September C,3: third week C=3 3=29
4:2004 4:April O:October D,4: forth week
～
4=30
～ 5:May N:November E,5: fifth week Y=25 5=31
Indicating with the 6:June D:December Z=26
last digit or the
last 2 digits of a
year.
production month production date
* Lot number can be written in both horizontal and vertical directions.
* Manufacturing country for certain products may not be indicated.
※ Letters and marks are also used to distinguish different lines, machines
and shifts operation.
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Radial lead type Lot No. System 10
・MALAYSIA PRODUCTS
Lot number is indicated on a sleeve in following manner.
eg. For 04 type, expressed in 4 figures, or 5 figures.
(a) (b) (c) (c)
(a) last number of year
(b) month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
(c) line code in alphabet (A to Z)
(a) (b) (b) (a)
(a) last number of year and line code in alphabet (A to Z)
(b) month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
and production date
(a) (b) (c) (d) (d)
(a) last number of year
(b) month (1 to 9 and O for October, N for November, D for December)
(c) week (Greece number)
(d) line code
production yea
r
1:2001 1:January 7:July Ⅰ: first week
A
,1: first week 1:1date B:11date
2:2002 2:February 8:August Ⅱ:second week B,2:second week 2:2date C:12date
3:2003 3:March 9:Septembe
r
Ⅲ: third week C,3: third week 3:3date
～
4:2004 4:April O:Octobe
r
Ⅳ: forth week D,4: forth week
～
U:30date
～ 5:May N:Novembe
r
Ⅴ: fifth week E,5: fifth week 9:9date V:31date
Indicating with the 6:June D:December
A
:10date
last digit or the
last 2 digits of a
year.
production date production month production week
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6. Standard Ratings
No. Item Ratings
1 Category Temperature Range
2 Rated Voltage Range 6.3 V.DC ～ 100 V.DC
3 Capacitance Range 0.1 µF ～ 22000 µF (120Hz 20℃)
4 Capacitance Tolerance ± 20% (120Hz 20℃)
5 Surge Voltage R.V. 6.3 10 16 25 35 50 63 100
(V.DC) S.V. 8 132032446379125
6 Rated Ripple Current Parts Lists and Table3
-40℃ ～ +85℃
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7. Performance Characteristics
No Item Performance Characteristics Test
1 Leakage Current ≦ I = 0. 01CV or 3µA, whichever is
greater.
I : Leakage current C : Capacitance
V : Rated voltage
2 Capacitance Within the specified capacitance
tolerance.
( ≦0.5V for AC.)
3 Tangent of Loss Less than the table 1 value of item 8.
Angle
(tanδ) Added 0. 02 per 1000µF for items with
over 1000µF. ( ≦0.5V for AC.)
4 Characteristics at Step 2
High and Low Impedance Ratio :
Temperature Ratio for the value in step 1 shall be
less than the value from table 2 in
item 8. *
Step 4 15 minutes
Leakage Current : 2 hours
≦ 500% of the value of item 7. 1. *
Capacitance Change : Impedance should be measured at the frequency
Within ±25% of the value in step 1 of 120 Hz±10%.
Tangent of Loss Angle (tanδ): * Capacitors should be stored at each
≦ the value of item 7. 3. temperature until measured impedance or
capacitance is stabilized.
5 Surge Leakage Current : Test Temperature : 15℃ ～ 35℃
≦ the value of item 7.1.
Capacitance Change : Series Protective Resistance :
Within ±15% of the initially
measured value.
Tangent of Loss Angle (tanδ): R = Series protective resistance (kΩ)
≦ the value of item 7. 3. C =Capacitance (µF)
Appearance : Test Voltage : Surge voltage item 6. 5
No significant change can be Applied Voltage : 1000 cycles of 30s±5s
observed. “ON” and 5 min. 30 s "OFF"
Time
4
5
Test Temperature (℃)Step
2
1
-25±3, -40±32
3
Measuring : After 2 minutes
Measuring Frequency
Series Resistor : 1000Ω±10Ω
Applied Voltage : Rated voltage
Measuring Circuit
Measuring Voltage
: 120 Hz±20%
: Equivalent series circuit
: +1. 5V. DC ～ +2 V. DC
Measuring Frequency
Measuring Circuit
Measuring Voltage
: 120 Hz±20%
: Equivalent series circuit
: +1. 5V. DC ～ +2 V. DC
20± 2
20±
20± 2
85± 2
100 ± 50
C
R =
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No Item Performance Characteristics Test
6 Robustness of
Terminations Diameter [mm] Pull Strength
Tensile φ0.5 5 N
φ
0.6 ～
φ
0.8 10 N
There is no damage or breakage after Applied above steady pull axially for a 10s±1s
Bending test.
Diameter [mm] Static Load
φ0.5 2.5 N
φ0.6 ～φ0.8 5 N
At first, a capacitor is placed in vertical position
with the weight specified above being applied to
one of leads. Then the capacitor is slowly
rotated 90°to horizontal position and
subsequently returned to vertical position.
The above bendin
g
p
rocedure takes for 2s ～3s
An additional bending is done in the opposite
direction.
7 Vibration Capacitance : Frequency : 10 Hz ～ 55 Hz
Measured value is to be stabilized (1 minute per cycle.)
during test. (Measured several times Total Amplitude : 1. 5 mm
within 30 min. Direction and Duration of Vibration :
before completion of test) It is done in the X, Y, Z axis direction for 2
Appearance : hours each, with a total of 6 hours.
No significant change can be Mounting Method :
observed. The capacitor shall be fixed with its lead wires
Capacitance Change : at the point of 4 mm from the bottom of
Within ±5% of the initially capacitor body. The capacitor with diameter
measured value. greater than 12. 5 mm or longer than 25 mm
must be fixed in place with a bracket.
8 Solderability More than 3/4 of the terminal surface Solder Type : H60A, H60S, or H63A (JIS Z3282)
shall be covered with new solder. Solder Temperatur
e
: 235℃±5℃
Immersing Time : 2s±0. 5s
Immersing Depth : 1. 5mm ～ 2. 0mm from the root.
Flux : Approx. 25% rosin (JIS K5902)
in ETHANOL (JIS K8101)
9 Resistance to Leakage Current : Solder Type : H60A, H60S, or H63A (JIS Z3282)
Soldering Heat ≦ the value of item 7.1. Solder Temperatur
e
: 260℃±5℃
Capacitance Change : Immersing Time : 10s±1s
Within ±10% of the initially Immersing Depth : 1. 5mm ～ 2. 0mm from the root.
measured value.
Tangent of Loss Angle (tanδ):
≦ the value of item 7. 3.
Appearance :
No significant change can be
observed.
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No Item Performance Characteristics Test
10 Solvent There shall be no damage and legible Class of Reagent : Isopropyl Alcohol
Resistance of marking. Marking can be easily Test Temperature : 20℃ ～ 25℃
Marking comprehended. Immersing Time : 30s±5s
11 Pressure Relief Pressure relief shall be operated without AC Current Method
( More than any hazardous expulsion or emission of
φ6. 3 diameter flame.
products ) No emission of gas after 30 minutes of
the voltage application also meets the
specification.
Applied Voltage :
AC voltage equals to rated W. V. × 0. 7 or
250 V (rms), whichever is smaller.
(Ω)
≦1
＞1≦10
＞10 ≦100
＞100 ≦1000
＞1000 ≦10000
＞10000
* When capacitance is over 10000µF,the value
of series resistance equals to the half of the
tested capacitor’s impedance.
Reverse Voltage Method
≦22.4 1 (const)
＞22.4 10 (const)
1±0.1
Nominal Diameter [mm] DC Current (A)
(µF)
Capacitance DC Resistance
0.1±0.01
*
1000±100
100±10
10±1
～
A
～
～
～
R
VCx
V
A.C.
Power supply
50H z or 60H
z
A
:A.C. ammeter R :Seri es resiste
r
Cx :Tested capacito
r
:A.C. voltmete
r
A
A
:D.C. ammeter Cx :Tes ted ca
p
aci to
r
Cx
D.C .
Power supply
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A type AM series X type 15
No Item Performance Characteristics Test
12 Damp Heat Leakage Current : Test Temperature : 40℃±2℃
(Steady state) ≦ the value of item 7.1. Relative Humidity : 90% ～ 95%
Capacitance Change : Test Duration : 240hours ±8hours
Within ±20% of the initially
measured value. After subjected to the test, capacitors shall
Tangent of Loss Angle (tanδ): be left for 2 hours at room temperature and
≦ 120% the value of item 7. 3. room humidity prior to the measurement.
Appearance :
No significant change can be
observed.
13 Endurance Leakage Current : Test Temperature : 85℃±2℃
≦ the value of item 7.1. Test Duration : 2000 +72
0 hours
Capacitance Change : Applied Voltage : Rated voltage
Within ±20% of the initially
measured value. After subjected to the test, capacitors shall be left at
Tangent of Loss Angle (tanδ): room temperature and room humidity for 2 hours prior
≦ 150% of the value of item 7. 3. to the measurement.
Appearance :
No significant change can be
observed.
14 Shelf Life Leakage Current : Test Temperature : 85℃±2℃
≦ the value of item 7.1. Test Duration : 1000 +48
0 hours
Capacitance Change :
Within ±20% of the initially
measured value. After subjected to the test with no voltage applied,
Tangent of Loss Angle (tanδ): ca
p
acitors shall under
g
o volta
g
e treatment* and
≦ 150% of the value of item 7. 3. be left for 2 hours at room temperature and
Appearance : humidity prior to the measurement.
No significant change can be
observed.
* Voltage treatment :
The rated voltage shall be applied to the capacitors, which are connected to series protective
resistors (1000Ω±10Ω), for 30 minutes as a posttest treatment (performing discharge).
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A type AM series X type 16
8. Other Characteristics
■ Table 1. Tangent of Loss Angle(tanδ)
V.DC 6.3101625355063100
D.F. 0.28 0.24 0.20 0.16 0.14 0.12 0.11 0.10
Added 0. 02 per 1000µF for items with over 1000µF items.
■ Table 2.Characteristics at low temperature Impedance ratio (at 120 Hz)
V.DC 6.3101625355063100
Z(-25℃)/Z(20℃)54322222
Z(-40℃)/Z(20℃)1210854333
-25℃：Added 0.5 per 1000µF for items with over 1000µF items.
-40℃：Added 1.0 per 1000µF for items with over 1000µF items.
■ Table 3.Frequency Correction Factor of Rated Ripple Current
50,60 120 1k 10k～
Coefficient 0.7 1 1.3 1.7
Frequency (Hz)
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A type AM series X type 17
9. Snap-In Lead Formed Type ( Part No. Suffix : E )
φ5～φ8
φ10～φ18
* Direction of bending is random.
[mm]
φD H1±0.5 H2 H3 max. F±0.5 P E max. φd±0.05 P.W.B
φt
5 4.5 2.7 2.5 5.0 1.00 1.0 0.50 0.9 1.6
6.3 4.5 2.7 2.5 5.0 1.00 1.0 0.50 1.0 1.6
8 4.5 2.7 2.5 5.0 1.00 1.0 0.60 1.0 1.6
10 4.5 2.7 － 5.0 1.00 1.0 0.60 1.0 1.6
12.5 4.5 2.7 － 5.0 1.00 1.0 0.60 1.0 1.6
16 4.5 2.7 － 7.5 0.90 1.0 0.80 1.1 1.6
18 4.5 2.7 － 7.5 0.90 1.0 0.80 1.1 1.6
* The lead forming dimensions above shall only be subjected to our outgoing inspection and
not to the customer's incoming inspection.
Due to the application of mechanical stress during transportation, actual dimensions might
not meet the specification.
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φD±0.5
F
H2
H1
H3
φd
E P
φD±0.5
φd
P E
F
H2
H1
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A type AM series X type 18
10. Lead Taping
10-1. Lead Taping ( Body Diameter φ5 ～φ6. 3 ) The Suffix of Taping Part Number : i
1) Applicable Range
This specification is applied to products, which are Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors (JIS04 type)
that taped with single tape.
2) Taping Shape & Dimensions
φ5 φ6.3
[mm]
Item Symbol Dimensions Tolerance Remarks
Body diameter φD±0.5
Body length L 11.0 ～11.2
Lead wire diameter φd ±0.05
Body pitch P 12.7 ±1.0
Feed hole pitch *1 P0 12.7 ±0.2
Specified by the contact surface between
tape & lead
Feed hole center
to product center
Specified by the contact surface between
tape & lead
Mount tape W 18.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape W0 6.0 ≦
Hole position W1 9.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape slipping W2 0 ～1.5
Height of product +0.75
from the center -0.50
Feed hole diameter φD0 4.0 ±0.2
Inclination of body △h1.0
≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Inclination of body △P1.0 ≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Total tape thickness t0.6±0.3
CP wire is excluded
56.3
0.5
±1.00
5.1
Hole center to lead
Lead to lead distance
P1
F2.5
±0.5
±0.5
H 18.50
P2 6.35
*1 Cumulative deviation of “feed hole pitch” shall be less than 1 mm in 20 sections.
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P2
P
∆
h
F
P1
P0 φD0
W
W2 W0
W1
H
t
φ
D
φd
∆P
L
P2 P
∆h
F
P1
P0 φD0
W
W2 W0
W1
H
t
φD
φd
∆P
L
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A type AM series X type 19
10-2. Lead Taping ( Body Diameter φ5 ～φ8 ) The Suffix of Taping Part Number : B
1) Applicable Range
This specification is applied to products, which are Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors (JIS04 type)
that taped with single tape.
2) Taping Shape & Dimensions
φ5,φ6.3 φ8
[mm]
Item Symbol Dimensions Tolerance Remarks
Body diameter φD±0.5
Body length L 11.0 ～11.5
Lead wire diameter φd ±0.05
Body pitch P 12.7 ±1.0
Feed hole pitch *1 P0 12.7 ±0.2
Specified by the contact surface between
tape & lead
Feed hole center
to product center
+0.8 Specified by the contact surface between
-0.2 tape & lead
Mount tape W 18.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape W0 6.0 ≦
Hole position W1 9.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape slipping W2 0 ～1.5
Hei
g
ht of product +0.75
from the cente
r
-0.50
Lead wire clinch height H0 16.0 ±0.5
Feed hole diameter φD0 4.0 ±0.2
Inclination of body △h1.0
≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Inclination of body △P1.0
≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Total tape thickness t0.6±0.3
CP wire is excluded
56.38
0.5 0.6
H
P2 6.35
20.018.5
±1.00
Hole center to lead
Lead to lead distance
P1
F
3.85
5.0
±0.5
*1 Cumulative deviation of “feed hole pitch” shall be less than 1 mm in 20 sections.
*2 Lead forming angle
A=90°min
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A
P2 P
∆h
F P1
P0 φdφD0
W
W2 W0
W1
H0
H
t
φD
∆P
L
P2 P
∆h
F
P1
P0 φd φD0
W
W2 W0
W1
H0
H
t
φD
∆P
L
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A type AM series X type 20
10-3. Lead Taping ( Body Diameter φ10 ,φ12.5 ) The Suffix of Taping Part Number : B
1) Applicable Range
This specification is applied to products, which are Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors (JIS04 type)
that taped with single tape.
2) Taping Shape & Dimensions
[mm]
Item Symbol Dimensions Tolerance Remarks
Body diameter φD 10 12.5 ±0.5
Body length L12.5 ～25.0
Lead wire diameter φd0.60±0.05
Body pitch P 12.7 15.0 ±1.0
Feed hole pitch *1 P0 12.7 15.0 ±0.2
Specified by the contact surface between
tape & lead
Feed hole center
to product center
+0.8 Specified by the contact surface between
-0.20 tape & lead
Mount tape W 18.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape W0 6.0 ≦
Hole position W1 9.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape slipping W2 0 ～1.5
Height of product +0.75
from the center -0.50
Feed hole diameter φD0 4.0 ±0.2
Inclination of body △h1.0 ≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Inclination of body △P1.0 ≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Total tape thickness t0.6±0.3CP wire is excluded
Hole center to lead
Lead to lead distance
P1
F5.0
±0.53.85
H18.50
P2
5.00
6.35 7.50 ±1.00
*1 Cumulative deviation of “feed hole pitch” shall be less than 1 mm in 20 sections.
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P2 P
∆h
F
P1
P0 φD0
W
W2 W0
W1
H
t
φD
φd
∆P
L
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A type AM series X type 21
10-4. Lead Taping ( Body Diameter φ16 ) The Suffix of Taping Part Number : B
1) Applicable Range
This specification is applied to products, which are Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors (JIS04 type)
that taped with single tape.
2) Taping Shape & Dimensions
[mm]
Item Symbol Dimensions Tolerance Remarks
Body diameter φD±0.5
Body length L25.0
Lead wire diameter φd 0.80 ±0.05
Body pitch P 30.0 ±1.0
Feed hole pitch *1 P0 15.0 ±0.2
Specified by the contact surface between
tape & lead
Feed hole center
to product center
Specified by the contact surface between
tape & lead
Mount tape W 18.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape W0 6.0 ≦
Hole position W1 9.0 ±0.5
Adhesive tape slipping W2 0 ～1.5
Height of product +0.75
from the center -0.50
Feed hole diameter φD0 4.0 ±0.2
Inclination of body △h2.0
≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Inclination of body △P1.3
≧Specified by the top of an aluminum can
Total tape thickness t 0.6 ±0.3 CP wire is excluded
±0.5
H 18.50
P2
3.75
7.5
±0.5
±1.00
16
Hole center to lead
Lead to lead distance
P1
F7.5
*1 Cumulative deviation of “feed hole pitch” shall be less than 1 mm in 20 sections.
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W0
W2
W
W1
P0 φD0 φd
t
H
L
P2 P
F
P1
∆ h
φD
∆ P
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A type AM series X type 22
11. Taping Method
11-1 The capacitors shall be placed vertically on the base tape, and their lead wires are fixed with
the adhesive tape. In addition, the direction of polarity is standardized as the base tape
is situated underneath of an adhesive tape, and lead wires with the same polarity are placed on
the right hand side (the direction of polarity for bipolar products is not specified).
(Examples)
*Polarity direction
φ5 ～ φ12.5 : Negative polarity on the right.
φ16 : Positive polarity on the right.
11-2 After taping, there shall be no more than three blank spaces without lead wires on the base tape.
The number of blank spaces within a packing unit (an inner carton) is not restricted, however,
the specified packing quantity must be satisfied.
11-3 The connection method is as follows. The portion shall meet the general taping specification.
The position of connection shall not be restricted.
Note ) When connecting two base tapes, they shall not be piled on top of each other.
Base tapes shall not be connected with each other by using staples.
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Connecting point Base
Connect with the
adhesive tape
Adhesive tape
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A type AM series X type 23
11-4 In case of removing the products after taping, lead wires shall be cut or the capacitor
shall be pulled out.
The length of remaining lead wire shall be less than 2.0 mm from the upper edge of
the base tape.
11-5 Tensile strength of lead wire after taping (specified for the positive lead wire only) :
Fix the tape as below and pull the positive lead wire to the vertical direction by using the
push pull scale.
The tensile strength shall be greater than 2. 94 N.
After continuously storing in an atmosphere of 40℃±2℃ and 90% ～ 98% for 250 hours,
the taped products shall meet the specification above, and there shall be no inclination
of the capacitors or covering of holes with the adhesive.
11-6 The leader is the spot where more than 4pcs capacitors are lacked at the both ends of taping. (≧φ10)
Example-1
Example-2
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Lead wire
2mm max. Base
Adhesive
tape
Fixed
Push pull scale
Lead wire
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A type AM series X type 24
12. Packing Method
12-1 Taped products shall be packed in an inner carton ( the smallest packing unit ) in the zigzag pattern.
In an inner carton, the lead wires with positive polarity are not to be placed on the top of lead wires
with negative polarity and vice versa (however, the last sentence does not apply to bipolar products).
(Examples)
12-2 Polarity identifications on an inner carton shall match the polarity of products situated inside
the inner carton.
12-3 Inner cartons shall be handled as follows.
* No more than 10 inner cartons shall be piled on top of each other.
* In case of situating cartons in upright position, the indication of polarity shall be faced upward.
* The products shall be handled with care.
< Right > < Wrong>
12-4 The inner cartons shall be packed in a cardboard box for transportation.
Products with various part numbers can be packed in an outer carton upon request.
However, each inner carton (the smallest packing unit) shall only contain products
with the same part number.
12-5 The shape & dimensions of inner cartons shall be as follows.
[mm]
(a) (b) (c)
φDL
φ5 ～φ8 ~ 11.5 340 55 320
φ10 ～16 340 55 320
20 340 62 320
φ12.5 20 340 65 320
25 340 66 330
φ16 25 340 66 330
Can size
Note : The dimensions listed above are subject to
change without notice, depending on the
auto-insert machine.
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φ4
～
φ8 φ10
～
φ16
Inner packing
case
No unit at
The corner.
○ ○ × ×
(b)
(c)
(a)
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Radial lead type Package Amount and Shape 25
Label information on the packing box. Package Label Example
The label has following information in English Long lead , Lead formed Outer Box
a ) Rated Voltage, Capacitance
b ) Manufacturer’s Trademark
c ) Part Number
d ) Packing Quantity
e ) Serial No.
f ) Manufacturer’s Name
g ) Country of Origin
Long lead , Lead formed (Unit:pcs)
Long lead Lead formed
Packaging Packaging Packaging Packaging
Quantity Quantity per box Quantity Quantity per box
φ5x11 200 10000 200 10000
φ6.3x11.2 200 5000 200 5000
φ8x11.5 200 4000 200 4000
φ10x12.5 200 2000 200 2000
～φ10x20
φ12.5x20 200 2000 200 1000
～φ12.5x25
φ16x25 100 1000 100 500
～φ16x31.5
φ18x31.5 50 500 50 200
～φ18x40
Can size
Package Material
Long lead
Lead formed
Inner Vinyl bag
Outer Card board
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<MALAYSIA PRODUCTS>
Conten
t
s of label description
(1) Customer Part No.
(2) Quantity
(3) Rated Capacitance
(4) Voltage
(5) Can Size
(6) Product Part No.
<JAPAN PRODUCTS>
(3) uF (4) Ｖ
(
5
)
φ
×Ｌ
(2)
(6)
Serial No. Y5201R41A001
Panasonic Electronic Devices Co.,Ltd.
MADE IN JAPAN EIAJ C-3 ００１
Ｍ
Customer Part No.
(1)
(3N)1 (1) (2)
(3N)2 Y5201R41A001 108010
FIXED ALUMINIUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR
G
(3) uF
(4) V
D0002R03D428
(6)
Serial No.
Panasonic Electronic Devices (M) Sdn.Bhd.
EIAJ-C3 PEDMA(SA) Made in Malaysia
Ｍ
(1)
(3N)1 (1) (2)
(3N)2 D0002R03D428 108010
FIXED ALUMINIUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR
Production month
(5) φ X L
(2)
PCS.
G
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Radial lead type Package Amount and Shape 26
Label information on the packing box.
The label has following information in English
a ) Rated Voltage, Capacitance
b ) Manufacturer’s Trademark
c ) Part Number
d ) Packing Quantity
e ) Serial No.
f ) Manufacturer’s Name
g ) Country of Origin
Taping (Unit:pcs)
Box
Packaging Packaging
Quantity Quantity per box
φ5 2000 10000
φ6.3 2000 10000
φ8 1000 5000
φ10 500 2000
φ12.5 500 2000
φ16 250 1000
Can size
Package Label Example Taping Outer Box
Contents of label description
(1) Customer Part No.
(2) Quantity
(3) Rated Capacitance
(4) Voltage
(5) Can Size
(6) Product Part No.
＜JAPAN PRODUCTS＞ ＜MALAYSIA PRODUCTS＞
Package Material
Taping
Inner Card board
Outer Card board
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or
(3) uF (4) Ｖ
(
5
)
φ
× Ｌ
(2)
(6)
Serial No. Y5201R41A001
Panasonic Electronic Devices Co.,Ltd.
MADE IN JAPAN EIAJ C-3 ００１
Ｍ
Customer Part No.
(1)
(3N)1 (1) (2)
(3N)2 Y5201R41A001 108010
FIXED ALUMINIUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR
G
D0002R03D428
(6)
Serial No.
Panasonic Electronic Devices (M) Sdn.Bhd.
EIAJ-C3 PEDMA(SA) Made in Malaysia
Ｍ
Customer Part No.
(1)
(3N)1 (1) (2)
(3N)2 D0002R03D428 108010
FIXED ALUMINIUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR
Production month
(3) uF
(4) V
(5) φ X L
(2)
PCS
G
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Radial lead type Package Amount and Shape 27
Taping Inner Box
Contents of label description
(1) Customer Part No.
(2) Quantity
(3) Rated Capacitance
(4) Voltage
(5) Can Size
(6) Product Part No.
＜JAPAN PRODUCTS＞ ＜MALAYSIA PRODUCTS＞
Storage
1. With respect to the handling method, follow Item 12-3 in this specification.
2. Products shall be out of direct sun light. In addition, the temperature and humidity shall be normal.
Minimum order quantity
The order shall be placed with a multiple of the inner carton quantity.
Examples : φ5 ～ φ6. 3 : minimum 2000 pcs
φ8 : minimum 1000 pcs
φ10 ～ φ12. 5 : minimum 500 pcs
φ16 : minimum 250 pcs
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(3) uF (4) Ｖ
(
5
)
φ
×Ｌ
(2) PCS.
(6)
Serial No. Y5201R41A001
Panasonic Electronic Devices Co.,Ltd. EIAJ C-3 MADE IN JAPAN ００１
Ｍ
Customer Part No.
(1)
(3N)1 (1) (2)
(3N)2 Y5201R41A001 108010
FIXED ALUMINIUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITORS
G
(6)
(3) uF
(4) V
D0002R03D428
Serial No.
Panasonic Electronic Devices (M) Sdn.Bhd
EIAJ-C3 PEDMA(SA) Made in Malaysia
Ｍ
Customer Part No.
(1)
(3N)1 (1) (2)
(3N)2 D0002R03D428 108010
FIXED ALUMINIUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR
Production month
(5) φ X L
(2)
PCS.
G
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Application Guidelines 28
1. Circuit Design
1.1 Operating Temperature and Frequency
Electrical parameters for electrolytic capacitors are normally specified at 20 ℃ temperature and 120 Hz frequency.
These parameters vary with changes in temperature and frequency. Circuit designers should take these changes into consideration.
(1) Effects of operating temperature on electrical parameters
a) At higher temperatures, leakage current and capacitance increase while equivalent series resistance (ESR) decreases.
b) At lower temperatures, leakage current and capacitance decrease while equivalent series resistance (ESR) increases.
(2) Effects of frequency on electrical parameters
a) At higher frequencies, capacitance and impedance decrease while tanδ increases.
b) At lower frequencies, heat generated by ripple current will rise due to an increase in equivalent series resistance (ESR).
1.2 Operating Temperature and Life Expectancy
(1) Expected life is affected by operating temperature. Generally, each 10 ℃ reduction in temperature will double the expected life.
Use capacitors at the lowest possible temperature below the upper category temperature.
(2) If operating temperatures exceed the upper category limit, rapid deterioration of electrical parameter will occur and irreversible damage
will result.
Check for the maximum capacitor operating temperatures including ambient temperature, internal capacitor temperature rise due to
ripple current, and the effects of radiated heat from power transistors, IC's or resistors.
Avoid placing components, which could conduct heat to the capacitor from the back side of the circuit board.
(3) The formula for calculating expected life at lower operating temperatures is as follows ;
T
1
-T
2
10
L
2
=L
1
x2
L
1 : Guaranteed life (h) at temperature, T1 ℃
L
2 : Expected life (h) at temperature, T2 ℃
T
1 : Upper category temperature (℃)
T
2 : Actual operating temperature, ambient temperature + temperature rise due to ripple current heating(℃)
(4) Please use according to the lifetime as noted in this specification. Using products beyond end of the lifetime may change characteristics rapidly,
short-circuit, operate pressure relief vent, or leak electrolyte.
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* This specification guarantees the quality and performance of the product as individual components.
Before use, check and evaluate their compatibility with installed in your products.
* Do not use the products beyond the specifications described in this document.
* Install the following systems for a failsafe design to ensure safety if these products are to be used in equipment where a defect in these
products may cause the loss of human life or other signification damage, such as damage to vehicles (automobile, train, vessel), traffic
lights, medical equipment, aerospace equipment, electric heating appliances, combustion/ gas equipment, rotating equipment, and
disaster/crime prevention equipment.
・The system is equipped with a protection circuit and protection device.
・The system is equipped with a redundant circuit or other system to prevent an unsafe status in the event of a single fault.
* Before using the products, carefully check the effects on their quality and performance, and determined whether or not they can be used.
These products are designed and manufactured for general-purpose and standard use in general electronic equipment.
These products are not intended for use in the following special conditions.
1. In liquid, such as Water, Oil, Chemicals, or Organic solvent
2. In direct sunlight, outdoors, or in dust
3. In vapor, such as dew condensation water of resistive element, or water leakage, salty air, or air with a high concentration corrosive
gas, such as Cl2, H2S, NH3, SO2, or NO2
4. In an environment where strong static electricity or electromagnetic waves exist
5. Mounting or placing heat-generating components or inflammables, such as vinyl-coated wires, near these products
6. Sealing or coating of these products or a printed circuit board on which these products are mounted, with resin and other material
7. Using resolvent, water or water-soluble cleaner for flux cleaning agent after soldering.
(In particular, when using water or a water-soluble cleaning agent, be careful not to leave water residues)
* Please arrange circuit design for preventing impulse or transitional voltage.
Do not apply voltage, which exceeds the full rated voltage when the capacitors receive impulse voltage, instantaneous high voltage,
high pulse voltage etc.
* Electrolyte is used in the products. Therefore, misuse can result in rapid deterioration of characteristics and functions of each product.
Electrolyte leakage damages printed circuit and affects performance, characteristics, and functions of customer system.
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Application Guidelines 29
1.3 Common Application Conditions to Avoid
The following misapplication load conditions will cause rapid deterioration of a capacitor’s electrical parameters.
In addition, rapid heating and gas generation within the capacitor can occur, causing the pressure relief vent to operate and resultant leakage
of electrolyte. Under extreme conditions, explosion and fire ignition could result.
The leaked electrolyte is combustible and electrically conductive.
(1) Reverse Voltage
DC capacitors have polarity. Verify correct polarity before insertion. For circuits with changing or uncertain polarity, use DC bipolar
capacitors. DC bipolar capacitors are not suitable for use in AC circuits.
(2) Charge / Discharge Applications
Standard capacitors are not suitable for use in repeating charge/discharge applications. For charge/ discharge applications, consult us
with your actual application condition.
(3) Over voltage
Do not apply voltages exceeding the maximum specified rated voltage. Voltages up to the surge voltage rating are acceptable for
short periods of time.
Ensure that the sum of the DC voltage and the superimposed AC ripple voltage does not exceed the rated voltage.
(4) Ripple Current
Do not apply ripple currents exceeding the maximum specified value. For high ripple current applications, use a capacitor designed for
high ripple currents. In addition, consult us if the applied ripple current is to be higher than the maximum specified value.
Ensure that rated ripple currents that superimposed on low DC bias voltages do not cause reverse voltage conditions.
1.4 Using Two or More Capacitors in Series or Parallel
(1) Capacitors Connected in Parallel
The circuit resistance can closely approximate the series resistance of the capacitor, causing an imbalance of ripple current loads within
the capacitors. Careful wiring methods can minimize the possible application of an excessive ripple current to a capacitor.
(2) Capacitors Connected in Series
Differences in normal DC leakage current among capacitors can cause voltage imbalances.
The use of voltage divider shunt resistors with consideration to leakage currents can prevent capacitor voltage imbalances.
1.5 Capacitor Mounting Considerations
(1) Double-Sided Circuit Boards
Avoid wiring pattern runs, which pass between the mounted capacitor and the circuit board. When dipping into a solder bath,
an excess solder may deposit under the capacitor by capillary action, causing short circuit between anode and cathode terminals.
(2) Circuit Board Hole Positioning
The vinyl sleeve of the capacitor can be damaged if solder passes through a lead hole into the subsequently processed parts.
Special care when locating hole positions in proximity to capacitors is recommended.
(3) Circuit Board Hole Spacing
The spacing of circuit board holes should match the lead wire spacing of capacitors within the specified tolerances.
Incorrect spacing can cause an excessive lead wire stress during the insertion process.
This may result in premature capacitor failure due to the short or open circuit, increased leakage current, or electrolyte leakage.
(4) Clearance for Case Mounted Pressure Relief
Capacitors with case mounted pressure relief require sufficient clearance to allow proper pressure relief operation.
The minimum clearances are dependent of capacitor diameters as follows.
Dia. 6. 3 mm ～Dia. 16 mm : 2 mm minimum, Dia. 18 mm ～Dia. 35 mm : 3 mm minimum, Dia 40 mm or greater : 5 mm minimum.
(5) Clearance for Seal Mounted Pressure Relief
Provide a hole on a circuit board to relieve gas when a pressure relief of a capacitor is situated underneath of the circuit board.
(6) Wiring Near the Pressure Relief
Avoid locating high voltage, high current wiring, or circuit board paths above the pressure relief .
Flammable, high temperature gas that exceeds 100 ℃ may be released and could dissolve the wire insulation and ignite.
(7) Circuit Board Patterns Under the Capacitor
Avoid circuit board runs underneath the capacitor, as an electrical short can occur due to an electrolyte leakage.
(8) Screw Terminal Capacitor Mounting
Do not orient the capacitor with the screw terminal side of the capacitor facing downward.
Tighten the terminal and mounting bracket screws within the torque range specified in the specification.
1.6 Electrical Isolation of the Capacitor
Completely isolate the capacitor as follows.
(1) Between the cathode and the case (except for axially leaded B types) and between the anode terminal and other circuit paths.
(2) Between the extra mounting terminals (on T types) and the anode terminal, cathode terminal, and other circuit paths.
1.7 Capacitor Sleeve
The vinyl sleeve or laminate coating is intended for marking and identification purposes and is not meant to electrically insulate the capacitor.
The sleeve may split or crack if immersed into solvents such as toluene or xylene and then subsequently exposed to high temperatures.
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2. Capacitor Handling Techniques
2.1 Considerations Before Using
(1) Capacitors have a finite life. Do not reuse or recycle capacitors from used equipment.
(2) Transient recovery voltage may be generated in the capacitor due to dielectric absorption.
Ｉｆ required, this voltage can be discharged with a resistor with a value of about 1kΩ.
(3) Capacitors stored for a long period of time may exhibit an increase in leakage current.
This can be corrected by gradually applying rated voltage in series with a resistor of approximately 1kΩ.
(4) If capacitors are dropped, they can be damaged mechanically or electrically. Avoid using dropped capacitors.
(5) Dented or crushed capacitors should not be used. The seal integrity can be damaged and loss of electrolyte/shortened life can result.
2.2 Capacitor Insertion
(1) Verify the correct capacitance and rated voltage of the capacitor.
(2) Verify the correct polarity of the capacitor before insertion.
(3) Verify the correct hole spacing before insertion (land pattern size on chip type) to avoid stress on the terminals.
(4) Ensure that the lead clinching operation done by auto insertion equipments does not stress the capacitor leads where they enter the seal of
the capacitor.
For chip type capacitors, excessive mounting pressure can cause high leakage current, short circuit, or disconnection.
2.3 Manual Soldering
(1) Apply soldering conditions (temperature and time) based on the specification, or do not exceed temperature of 350 ℃ for 3
seconds or less.
(2) If lead wires must be modified to meet terminal board hole spacing, avoid stress on the lead wire where it enters the capacitor seal.
(3) If a soldered capacitor must be removed and reinserted, avoid excessive stress on the capacitor leads.
(4) Avoid physical contacts between the tip of the soldering iron and capacitors to prevent melting of the vinyl sleeve.
2.4 Flow Soldering
(1) Do not immerse the capacitor body into the solder bath as excessive internal pressure could result.
(2) Apply proper soldering conditions (temperature, time, etc.). Do not exceed the specified limits.
(3) Do not allow other parts or components to touch the capacitor during soldering.
2.5 Other Soldering Considerations
Rapid temperature rise during the preheat operation and resin bonding operation can cause cracking of the capacitor’s vinyl sleeve.
For heat curing, do not exceed 150 ℃ for the maximum time of 2 minutes.
2.6 Capacitor Handling after Soldering
(1) Avoid moving the capacitor after soldering to prevent excessive stress on the lead wires where they enter the seal.
(2) Do not use the capacitor as a handle when moving the circuit board assembly.
(3) Avoid striking the capacitor after assembly to prevent failure due to excessive shock.
2.7 Circuit Board Cleaning
(1) Circuit boards can be immersed or ultrasonically cleaned using suitable cleaning solvents for up to 5 minutes
and up to 60 ℃ maximum temperatures. The boards should be thoroughly rinsed and dried.
The use of ozone depleting cleaning agents is not recommended for the purpose of protecting our environment.
(2) Avoid using the following solvent groups unless specifically allowed in the specification ;
・ Halogenated cleaning solvents : except for solvent resistant capacitor types, halogenated solvents can permeate the seal and cause
internal capacitor corrosion and failure.
For solvent resistant capacitors, carefully follow the temperature and time requirements based on the
specification. 1-1-1 trichloroethane should never be used on any aluminum electrolytic capacitor.
・ Alkaline solvents : could react and dissolve the aluminum case.
・ Petroleum based solvents : deterioration of the rubber seal could result.
・ Xylene : deterioration of the rubber seal could result.
・ Acetone : removal of the ink markings on the vinyl sleeve could result.
(3) A thorough drying after cleaning is required to remove residual cleaning solvents that may be trapped between the capacitor and the circuit
board. Avoid drying temperatures, which exceed the Upper category temperature of the capacitor.
(4) Monitor the contamination levels of the cleaning solvents during use in terms of electrical conductivity, pH, specific gravity, or water content.
Chlorine levels can rise with contamination and adversely affect the performance of the capacitor.
(5) Depending on the cleaning method, the marking on a capacitor may be erased or blurred.
Please consult us if you are not certain about acceptable cleaning solvents or cleaning methods.
2.8 Mounting Adhesives and Coating Agents
When using mounting adhesives or coating agents to control humidity, avoid using materials containing halogenated solvents.
Also, avoid the use of chloroprene based polymers.
Harden on dry adhesive or coating agents well lest the solvent should be left.
After applying adhesives or coatings, dry thoroughly to prevent residual solvents from being trapped between the capacitor and the circuit
board.
2.9 Fumigation
In exporting electronic appliances with aluminum electrolytic capacitors, in some cases fumigation treatment using such halogen
compound as methyl bromide is conducted for wooden boxes.
If such boxes are not dried well, the halogen left in the box is dispersed while transported and enters in the capacitors inside.
This possibly causes electrical corrosion of the capacitors. Therefore, after performing fumigation and drying make sure that no halogen
is left.
Don’t perform fumigation treatment to the whole electronic appliances packed in a box.
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3. Precautions for using capacitors
3.1 Environmental Conditions
Capacitors should not be stored or used in the following environments.
(1) Exposure to temperatures above the upper category or below the lower category temperature of the capacitor.
(2) Direct contact with water, salt water, or oil.
(3) High humidity conditions where water could condense on the capacitor.
(4) Exposure to toxic gases such as hydrogen sulfide, sulfuric acid, nitric acid, chlorine, Chlorine compound, Bromine, Bromine compound or
ammonia.
(5) Exposure to ozone, radiation, or ultraviolet rays.
(6) Vibration and shock conditions exceeding specified requirements.
3.2 Electrical Precautions
(1) Avoid touching the terminals of a capacitor as a possible electric shock could result. The exposed aluminum case is not insulated and
could also cause electric shock if touched.
(2) Avoid short circuiting the area between the capacitor terminals with conductive materials including liquids such as acids or alkaline solutions.
4. Emergency Procedures
(1) If the pressure relief of the capacitor operates, immediately turn off the equipment and disconnect from the power source.
This will minimize an additional damage caused by the vaporizing electrolyte.
(2) Avoid contact with the escaping electrolyte gas, which can exceed 100 ℃ temperatures.
If electrolyte or gas enters the eye, immediately flush the eye with large amounts of water.
If electrolyte or gas is ingested by mouth, gargle with water.
If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash with soap and water.
5. Long Term Storage
Leakage current of a capacitor increases with long storage times. The aluminum oxide film deteriorates as a function of temperature and time.
If used without reconditioning, an abnormally high current will be required to restore the oxide film.
This surge current could cause the circuit or the capacitor to fail. After one year, a capacitor should be reconditioned by applying the rated
voltage in series with a 1000 Ω current limiting resistor for a time period of 30 minutes.
5.1 Environmental Conditions
(1) Exposure to temperatures above the upper category or below the lower category temperature of the capacitor.
(2) Direct contact with water, salt water, or oil.
(3) High humidity conditions where water could condense on the capacitor.
(4) Exposure to toxic gases such as hydrogen sulfide, sulfuric acid, nitric acid, chlorine, Chlorine compound, Bromine, Bromine compound or
ammonia.
(5) Exposure to ozone, radiation, or ultraviolet rays.
(6) Vibration and shock conditions exceeding specified requirements.
6. Capacitor Disposal
When disposing capacitors, use one of the following methods.
(1) Incinerate after crushing the capacitor or puncturing the can wall (to prevent explosion due to internal pressure rise).
(2) Dispose as solid waste.
NOTE : Local laws may have specific disposal requirements which must be followed.
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