BMI ELECTROLYTIC 173672 Capacitor 250UF 50VDC RA/AX Leads (Lot of 44)

The Electrolytic Capacitor 250µF 50VDC RA/AX Leads is a specific type of electrolytic capacitor designed for use in electronic circuits. Electrolytic capacitors are polarized capacitors, meaning they have a specific positive and negative terminal, and they store electrical charge for a variety of applications. Here’s an overview of the key specifications and uses of this capacitor:

Key Specifications:

• Capacitance: 250µF (microfarads) — This represents the amount of charge the capacitor can store. In this case, it can store 250 microcoulombs of charge at 50V.
• Voltage Rating: 50V DC — The maximum voltage that can be safely applied to the capacitor without causing damage. This capacitor is rated for 50 volts of direct current.
• Type: Electrolytic Capacitor — This type of capacitor uses an electrolyte (a conductive solution or gel) to achieve high capacitance in a relatively small size. It is commonly used for power supply filtering, decoupling, and smoothing in various electronic devices.
• Leads: RA/AX Leads — This typically indicates that the capacitor has axial leads (meaning the leads come out from both ends of the cylindrical body). The RA part often refers to “Radial” leaded capacitors (if it was meant to indicate a radial design), but AX specifically means axial leads.
• Form Factor: Axial Leads — This design is often used in through-hole applications where the capacitor leads are inserted into a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) and soldered to place.
• Package Size: Typically, the physical dimensions would be stated in the datasheet, such as diameter and length, but these are usually compact for 250µF, 50VDC.

Features:

1. Electrolytic Design: This capacitor uses a liquid or gel electrolyte and is polarized, meaning it has a positive and negative terminal, so you must install it in the correct orientation in the circuit.
2. High Capacitance: The 250µF capacitance is relatively large for filtering, energy storage, and power applications. It allows it to store more charge compared to low capacitance capacitors.
3. Voltage Tolerance: Designed to handle up to 50V DC, making it suitable for applications with moderate voltage requirements.
4. Radial/AX Leads: The axial leads allow for flexible placement in circuits, making it suitable for different types of PCB designs.

Common Applications:

• Power Supply Filtering: Electrolytic capacitors like the 250µF 50VDC are often used in power supplies to smooth or filter the ripple in DC voltage after rectification.
• Decoupling: In electronic circuits, capacitors are used to decouple or isolate different parts of a circuit to reduce noise and ensure stable operation.
• Smoothing Capacitors: They are often placed after a rectifier to reduce fluctuations in the DC output, making the signal smoother.
• Audio Circuits: In some audio applications, electrolytic capacitors are used in power supply filtering or coupling applications.
• Power Conversion Circuits: Used in converters, inverters, or other power conversion devices, especially where higher capacitance is required to store energy.

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