RS-100uF-250V
High-voltage radial capacitor with 100uF capacitance and 250V rating for power supply applications.
Product Overview
Description
The RS-100uF-250V is a high-voltage radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor designed for power supply applications. With 100uF capacitance and 250V rating, it provides reliable filtering for 120V and 220V power supply circuits.
This capacitor features a 12.5mm diameter case with standard 5mm lead spacing. The optimized electrode design provides good ripple current capability for high-voltage applications.
Rated for 2000 hours at 85C, this capacitor is suitable for industrial and consumer power supply applications.
Product Series
RS
Primary Application
Power supplies
Key Features
- High voltage 250V rating
- 100uF capacitance
- Standard 5mm lead spacing
- 12.5mm diameter
- Cost-effective design
Specifications
| Capacitance | 100uF +/-20% |
|---|---|
| Voltage Rating | 250V DC |
| Ripple Current | 0.5A @ 85C, 120Hz |
| Temperature Range | -40C to +85C |
| Lifetime | 2,000 hours @ 85C |
| Lead Spacing | 5mm |
| Dimensions | 12.5mm dia x 25mm L |
Applications
Power supplies
Electronic system design
120V/220V circuits
Electronic system design
Industrial controls
Industrial automation and control
Motor drives
Motor drive and control systems
FAE Expert Insights
"The RS-100uF-250V is ideal for high-voltage power supply applications. The 250V rating provides good margin for 120V and 220V systems. I often use this capacitor in input filtering stages and PFC circuits. The compact size makes it suitable for space-constrained designs."
Ideal for high-voltage power supplies; good for input filtering; compact size
— Michael Zhang, BeiLuo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum ripple current?
The rated ripple current is 0.5A at 85C and 120Hz. This rating ensures reliable operation in high-voltage power supply applications. For detailed specifications and application support on aishi RS-100uF-250V, refer to the datasheet or contact our team.
For applications exceeding 0.5A ripple current, consider using multiple capacitors in parallel.
What is the expected lifetime?
The rated lifetime is 2,000 hours at 85C. Using the Arrhenius equation, expected lifetime extends to 8,000 hours at 65C and 32,000 hours at 45C. For detailed specifications and application support on aishi RS-100uF-250V, refer to the datasheet or contact our team.
For maximum lifetime, operate at lowest practical temperature with 80% voltage derating.
What voltage derating is recommended?
Industry best practice recommends 80% voltage derating. For this 250V rated capacitor, maximum recommended operating voltage is 200V. For detailed specifications and application support on aishi RS-100uF-250V, refer to the datasheet or contact our team.
Design for 80% voltage derating for optimal reliability.
What applications is this suitable for?
This capacitor is ideal for high-voltage power supplies, input filtering stages, and PFC circuits. The 250V rating provides good margin for 120V and 220V systems. For detailed specifications and application support on aishi RS-100uF-250V, refer to the datasheet or contact our team.
Perfect for high-voltage power supply applications where reliability is important.
Can this be used for PFC applications?
Yes, this capacitor can be used for PFC output filtering in lower power applications. For higher power PFC circuits, consider using snap-in capacitors with higher capacitance values. For detailed specifications and application support on aishi RS-100uF-250V, refer to the datasheet or contact our team.
Suitable for low to medium power PFC applications. Consider snap-in capacitors for higher power.