In search of non-polarized caps

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  • Ahakim
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    • Apr 2013
    • 64
    • USA

    #1

    In search of non-polarized caps

    When you look for a NON-POLARIZED elevtrolytic cap of the same size and value (capacitance in mF for instance) as the "usual" one, you'll always find it much lower in voltage and vice-versa. Why is that? Try to to get for example a 47mF/50V non- polarized cap and compare it to the polarised one. Also: why are they rare and expensive in the market? Example:a 1000mF/160V non-polarized capacitor is not easily found, if it exists in the first place.
    Last edited by Ahakim; 05-16-2013, 06:48 AM.
  • mariushm
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    • May 2011
    • 3799

    #2
    Re: In search of non-polarized caps

    Do a google search about physical differences between bipolar/non-polarized and regular capacitors and you'll get your answer.

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    • budm
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      • Feb 2010
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      #3
      Re: In search of non-polarized caps

      47/50V Bi-Polar http://www.digikey.com/product-detai...1283-ND/228294

      1000uf non-polar (AC) CAP
      http://www.amazon.com/Amico-Metalliz.../dp/B009ISC4T0
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      • ratdude747
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        • Nov 2008
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        Re: In search of non-polarized caps

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