Conductive Polymer Hybrid ECAPs

Both "conductive-polymer hybrid aluminum electrolytic capacitors" and "conductive-polymer electrolytic capacitors" are types of electrolytic capacitors, each of which uses a con­ductive polymer material as the electro­lyte. However, there are some differen­ces in terms of con­struction and operation.

A "conductive polymer electrolytic capacitor" consists of two electrodes sepa­rated by a thin layer of dielectric material, usually an oxide layer on the sur­face of one of the electrodes. The electro­lyte used in these capa­citors is a conductive polymer material that allows current to flow between the two electrodes. The capaci­tance of the capacitor is deter­mined by the surface area of the electrodes and the distance between them.

Hybrid design enables higher capacitance at low ESR

A "conductive polymer hybrid aluminum electrolytic capacitor", on the other hand, combines the advan­tages of alu­minum electrolytic capacitors and "conductive polymer electrolytic capacitors." It consists of an anode made of alu­minum foil, a cathode made of con­ductive polymer, and an electrolyte that is a combi­nation of a liquid electro­lyte and a con­ductive polymer material. This hybrid design enables high capa­citance while main­taining the low equi­valent series resistance (ESR) and low leakage current of con­ductive polymer capa­citors, while providing the high voltage rating and high ripple current capability of alu­minum electro­lytic capacitors.

Both types of capacitors function similarly in that they store electrical charge on their plates when a voltage is applied to them. However, the polymer material used in these capa­citors allows for a faster charge and discharge cycle com­pared to conven­tional electrolytic capacitors, resulting in improved perfor­mance in high-frequency appli­cations.

Design differences

Overall, the main difference between "conductive polymer hybrid alu­minum electro­lytic capa­citors" and "conductive polymer electrolytic capacitors" is in their design, with the hybrid design providing a balance bet­ween the advan­tages of both alu­minum electrolytic capacitors and conductive polymer electro­lytic capacitors.

In the end, the best technical and eco­nomical choice depends on the require­ments of the specific application. We will be happy to advise you!