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Performance of a New Line of Large Carbon Double Layer Capacitors

From Evans Capacitor Company

Evans new MegaCap™ line of large carbon double
layer capacitors combine high capacitance and
energy density with a low ESR. These capacitors are
constructed using carbon electrodes operating in a
potassium hydroxide electrolyte and are contained in
an efficient metal and polymer package. Devices
from this line are available in sizes to over 40 kJ and
have energy densities of up to 4 J/cc. The electrical
characteristics of a 14 V, 65 F capacitor from this
line are reported and indicate its suitability for a
variety of high current applications. The capacitor
had an RC product of 0.6 and reliably delivered high
power discharges into a variety of loads.

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