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We are using the 470uF , 25V electrolytic capacitor (UVR1E471), on a 5V rail (it is the output of a 5V, 1W SMPS).
Is it a problem that this capacitor will only ever see 20% of its rated voltage?…don’t electrolytics need to experience their rated voltage for at least a few minutes every year or so?
UVR1E471 470uF, 25V electrolytic capacitor:
http://nichicon-us.com/english/products/pdfs/e-vr.pdf
Is it a problem that this capacitor will only ever see 20% of its rated voltage?…don’t electrolytics need to experience their rated voltage for at least a few minutes every year or so?
UVR1E471 470uF, 25V electrolytic capacitor:
http://nichicon-us.com/english/products/pdfs/e-vr.pdf