Capacitor Category

A capacitor is an electronic component that stores and releases electrical energy in a circuit by accumulating charge on two conductive plates separated by an insulating material called a dielectric. It plays a crucial role in filtering, signal processing, and energy storage applications across various electronic devices. Capacitance, measured in farads, determines the amount of charge a capacitor can store relative to the voltage applied. Modern capacitors come in diverse types such as ceramic, electrolytic, and tantalum, each tailored for specific performance characteristics and voltage ratings.