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Cubic Design for Axial Electrolytic Capacitors

August 01, 2015 by FTCAP

The Husum-based capacitor expert FTCAP demonstrates, however, that this does not necessarily have to be the case: the new cubic design offers significant

The Husum-based capacitor expert FTCAP demonstrates, however, that this does not necessarily have to be the case: the new cubic design offers significant advantages especially with respect to cooling. 

“In some applications, the capacitors are in contact with the cooling modules. The larger the contact surface, the more effective the cooling,” explains Dr. Thomas Ebel, Managing Director of FTCAP. 

“Compared to conventional capacitors, those with the new design have a 28 % larger surface.” This larger contact surface allows better connection of the cube-shaped capacitors to the cooling systems, which results in improved cooling capacity. That, in turn, results in significantly better current-carrying capacity – this design allows it to be duplicated. The hermetic laser sealing of the cover also makes it possible to double the service life.

Another advantage of the cubic design is the high degree of space utilisation: the capacitors are designed for flat mounting and can even be stacked. Dimensions between 10x10x20 mm and 18x18x49 mm and voltages of 25 to 100 Volts make them ideal for use in the automotive industry. 

The capacitors are designed for combination in a modular system and the capacities can be adjusted individually. The innovative components feature internal multiple contacts with up to four lugs. 

 

About FTCAP

FTCAP Fischer und Tausche Capacitors has more than 70 years of experience in the development and production of capacitors used in diverse industries. The products include both film and electrolytic capacitors and FTCAP is one of the few companies to still manufacture all of its capacitors in Germany. In addition to standard capacitors in small and medium-sized quantities, the Husum-based manufacturer also offers special custom-made products for demanding applications: The company’s experts work in close cooperation with the customer to implement complex custom solutions. Since 2018 FTCAP belongs to the Mersen Group. The merger of the two enterprises will result in substantial growth potentials for both parties. The explicit goal is to offer innovative modules, in which FTCAP capacitors are optimised for use with busbars and heat sinks from Mersen.