Electrolytic Capacitor (Noun)
Meaning
A fixed capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- An electrolytic capacitor has an anode made of oxidizable metal such as aluminum or tantalum that is oxidized through electrochemical anodizing process.
- An electrolytic capacitor allows higher capacitance data per unit volume in comparison with film or ceramic capacitors.
- Most commonly used types of electrolytic capacitors are aluminum and tantalum electrolytic capacitors due to their high capacitance per unit volume.
- Compared to a standard capacitor, the dielectric of an electrolytic capacitor is liquid and covers more surface area on the plates creating greater capacitance.
- The performance characteristics and life time of an electrolytic capacitor can be improved by ensuring quality of the capacitor and its components.