Temperature dependence of the capacitance

The capacitance of an electrolytic capacitor varies with the temperature (positive temperature

coefficient). The amount by which it varies depends on the specific voltage and capacitance

value.

Capacitance change versus temperature (typ.

values)

Capacitance change versus temperature (maximum values)

55

°C

+ 85

°C

+ 105

°C

TOPcap - Basic

20%

+ 25%

+ 30%

Polymer chip capacitors

B760

TOPcap - Basic

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