Supercapacitors
FE Series
Overview
Applications
Supercapacitors have characteristics ranging from
traditional capacitors and batteries. As a result,
supercapacitors can be used like a secondary battery
when applied in a DC circuit. These devices are best suited
for use in low voltage DC hold-up applications such as
embedded microprocessor systems with flash memory.
FE Series Supercapacitors, also known as Electric Double-
Layer Capacitors (EDLCs), are intended for high energy
storage applications.
Benefits
• Wide range of temperature from −40°C to +70°C
• Maintenance free
• Maximum operating voltage: 5.5 VDC
• Highly reliable against liquid leakage
• Lead-free and RoHS Compliant
Part Number System
FE
Series
FE
0H
Maximum Operating Voltage
0H = 5.5 VDC
104
Capacitance Code (F)
First two digits represent
significant figures. Third digit
specifies number of zeros.
Z
Capacitance
Tolerance
Z = −20/+80%
F
Environmental
F = Lead-free
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Supercapacitors – FE Series
Dimensions – Millimeters
H Maximum
ℓ
Minimum
d
1
± 0.1
d
2
± 0.1
(Terminal)
ø D ± 0.5
Sleeve
○
-
P ± 0.5
+
○
Part Number
FE0H473ZF
FE0H104ZF
FE0H224ZF
FE0H474ZF
FE0H105ZF
FE0H155ZF
øD
14.5
16.5
21.5
28.5
36.5
44.5
H
14.0
14.0
15.5
16.5
18.5
18.5
P
5.1
5.1
7.6
10.2
15.0
20.0
0.3 Minimum
ℓ
2.2
2.7
3.0
6.1
6.1
6.1
d
1
0.4
0.4
0.6
0.6
0.6
1.0
d
2
1.2
1.2
1.2
1.4
1.7
1.4
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Supercapacitors – FE Series
Performance Characteristics
Supercapacitors should not be used for applications such as ripple absorption because of their high internal resistance
(several hundred mΩ to a hundred Ω) compared to aluminum electrolytic capacitors. Thus, its main use would be
similar to that of secondary battery such as power back-up in DC circuit. The following list shows the characteristics of
supercapacitors as compared to aluminum electrolytic capacitors for power back-up and secondary batteries.
Secondary Battery
NiCd
Back-up ability
Eco-hazard
Operating Temperature Range
Charge Time
Charge/Discharge Life Time
Restrictions on
Charge/Discharge
Flow Soldering
Automatic Mounting
Safety Risks
–
Cd
−20 to +60°C
few hours
approximately 500 times
yes
not applicable
not applicable
leakage, explosion
Lithium Ion
–
–
−20 to +50°C
few hours
approximately 500 to 1,000
times
yes
not applicable
not applicable
leakage, combustion,
explosion, ignition
–
–
−55 to +105°C
few seconds
limitless (*1)
none
applicable
applicable
heat-up, explosion
Capacitor
Aluminum Electrolytic
Supercapacitor
–
–
−40 to +85°C (FR, FT)
few seconds
limitless (*1)
none
applicable
applicable
(FM and FC series)
gas emission (*2)
(*1) Aluminum electrolytic capacitors and supercapacitors have limited lifetime. However, when used under proper conditions, both can operate within a
predetermined lifetime.
(*2) There is no harm as it is a mere leak of water vapor which transitioned from water contained in the electrolyte (diluted sulfuric acid). However,
application of abnormal voltage surge exceeding maximum operating voltage may result in leakage and explosion.
Typical Applications
Intended Use (Guideline)
Power Supply (Guideline)
Application
Examples of Equipment
Series
Power source of toys,
Toys, display device, alarm device
LED, buzzer
Back-up for 10 seconds or less
1 A and below
High current supply for a
short amount of time
Actuator, relay solenoid, gas
igniter
FE series
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Supercapacitors – FE Series
Environmental Compliance
All KEMET supercapacitors are RoHS Compliant.
RoHS Compliant
Table 1 – Ratings & Part Number Reference
Maximum
Operating Voltage
(VDC)
5.5
5.5
5.5
5.5
5.5
5.5
Nominal Capacitance
Charge
System (F)
0.047
0.10
0.22
0.47
1.0
1.5
Part Number
FE0H473ZF
FE0H104ZF
FE0H224ZF
FE0H474ZF
FE0H105ZF
FE0H155ZF
Discharge
System (F)
0.075
0.16
0.35
0.75
1.4
2.1
Maximum ESR
at 1 kHz (Ω)
14.0
6.5
3.5
1.8
1.0
0.6
Maximum
Current at 30
Minutes (mA)
0.071
0.15
0.33
0.71
1.5
2.3
Weight (g)
3.9
5
9.5
16
38
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Supercapacitors – FE Series
Specifications
Item
Category Temperature Range
Maximum Operating Voltage
Capacitance
Capacitance Allowance
ESR
Current (30 minutes value)
Capacitance
ESR
Surge
Current (30 minutes value)
Appearance
Capacitance
ESR
Capacitance
ESR
Characteristics in
Different Temperature
Capacitance
ESR
Current (30 minutes value)
Capacitance
ESR
Current (30 minutes value)
Lead Strength (tensile)
Capacitance
Vibration Resistance
ESR
Current (30 minutes value)
Appearance
No obvious abnormality
Over 3/4 of the terminal should be covered by the new
solder
Capacitance
Solder Heat Resistance
ESR
Current (30 minutes value)
Appearance
Capacitance
Temperature Cycle
ESR
Current (30 minutes value)
Appearance
No obvious abnormality
Number of cycles:
Satisfy initial ratings
No obvious abnormality
Satisfy initial ratings
Conforms to 4.11
Solder temp:
Dipping time:
+245±5°C
5±0.5 seconds
Satisfy initial ratings
No terminal damage
Phase 6
Phase 5
≤ 120% of initial ratings
No obvious abnormality
Phase 2
Phase 3
≥ 70% of initial value
≤ 300% of initial value
≥ 40% of initial value
≤ 400% of initial value
≤ 200% of initial value
Satisfy initial ratings
≤ 1.5 CV (mA)
Within ±20% of initial value
Satisfy initial ratings
Satisfy initial ratings
Conforms to 4.9
Conforms to 4.13
Frequency:
Testing Time:
10 to 55 Hz
6 hours
Discharge
resistance:
Temperature:
Conforms to 4.17
Phase 1:
Phase 2:
Phase 3:
Phase 4:
Phase 5:
Phase 6:
−40°C to +70°C
5.5 VDC
Refer to Table 1
+80%, −20%
Refer to Table 1
Refer to Table 1
> 90% of initial ratings
≤ 120% of initial ratings
Refer to “Measurement Conditions”
Refer to “Measurement Conditions”
Measured at 1 kHz, 10 mA; See also
“Measurement Conditions”
Refer to “Measurement Conditions”
Surge voltage:
Charge:
Discharge:
Number of cycles:
Series resistance:
6.3 V
30 seconds
9 minutes 30 seconds
1,000
0.047 F
300 Ω
0.10 F
150 Ω
56 Ω
0.22 F
30 Ω
0.47 F
1.0 F, 1.5 F
15 Ω
0 Ω
70±2°C
+25±2°C
−25±2°C
−40±2°C
+25±2°C
+70±2°C
+25±2°C
FE Type
Test Conditions
(conforming to JIS C 5160-1)
Solderability
1.6 mm from the bottom should be dipped.
Conforms to 4.10
Solder temp:
Dipping time:
+260±10°C
10±1 seconds
1.6 mm from the bottom should be dipped.
Conforms to 4.12
Temperature
Condition:
−40°C »
Room
temperature » +70°C »
Room temperature
5 cycles
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