A capacitor is a passive element that can store a charge when a voltage is applied across it. The charge-storing capacity can be determined by the product of the capacitance of the capacitor and the voltage applied across it. The value of the voltage and capacitance are mentioned on the label of the capacitor. The electrolytic capacitor has polarity, polarity means it has designated positive and negative legs. The leg which is longer is positive pin and the shorter leg is negative. The negative pin has a negative symbol marked on it. They are the most widely used capacitor type out there and can be used in a wide range of applications like filter circuits, ripple smoothing, Resonant circuits, Isolation, and noise removal circuits. Care should be taken as swapping the legs or applying more voltage across its legs might result in overheating and even bursting of the capacitor.
Specifications
- Capacitance: 220µF
- Voltage Rating: 16V
- Type: Electrolytic Capacitor
- Can withstand a maximum of 105°C temperature
- Dimensions = Diameter: ~6.3mm to 8mm ; Height: ~11mm to 12mm
Additional Resources
Understanding ESR and ESL in Capacitors
Package Content
1× 220µF, 16V Electrolytic Capacitor