Polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor has polarity. If used in reverse polarity, the capacitor may become a short circuit and may be damaged and the circuit life may be shortened.
Do not apply voltage exceeding the capacitor's rated voltage.
Use the capacitor according to the specified operating temperature range.
Do not apply a ripple current exceeding the rated max. ripple current. Otherwise, the capacitor may be damaged and its life may be shortened.
When soldering temperature is too high and the soldering time is too long, it will have adverse effects on the capacitor's characteristics and the PVC sleeve may split or shrink.
The electrolytic capacitor is not suitable for a circuit in which charge and discharge are heavily repeated. If so, the capacitance value may drop down and will not ensure long life.
If excessive force is applied to the lead wire and terminal, it may be broken and damaged.
The capacitor tolerance and the maximum value of dissipation factor (tan d) are specified in each table which is measured at 120Hz and 25oC ; the leadage current should be measured at 25oC after 3 minute application of D.C. working voltage.
The capacitor should be kept at a normal tmperature and humidity. Should the capacitor be stored too lengthy, apply the rated voltage to the capacitor before use.
