electrolytic condenser
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Definition
- Noun:
- A fixed capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte: An "electrolytic condenser" is a type of capacitor that uses an electrolyte to achieve a high capacitance in a relatively small volume. One electrode is typically a metal, and the other is a conductive liquid or gel (the electrolyte), separated by a thin insulating oxide layer.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The power supply circuit requires an electrolytic condenser to smooth the voltage.
- When replacing the faulty component, ensure the polarity of the electrolytic condenser is correct.
- Early radio designs heavily relied on large electrolytic condensers.
Advanced Usage
- Technical Specification: Often specified by capacitance (e.g., microfarads, µF), voltage rating, and tolerance.
- This design calls for a 1000µF, 25V electrolytic condenser.
Variants and Related Words
- Electrolytic capacitor: A more common modern synonym for "electrolytic condenser." The terms are often used interchangeably, though "capacitor" is now standard.
- Capacitor: The general category of components that store electrical energy, which includes electrolytic types.
- Tantalum capacitor: A subtype of electrolytic capacitor using tantalum, known for stability and smaller size.
Synonyms
- Electrolytic capacitor: The direct and most common synonym.
- Polarized capacitor: Highlights its key characteristic of having a defined positive and negative terminal.
Related Phrases
- "Polarity of an electrolytic condenser": Refers to the correct orientation (positive and negative terminals) required for its proper and safe operation in a circuit.
- Incorrectly connecting the polarity of an electrolytic condenser can cause it to fail catastrophically.
Noun
- a fixed capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte