Planet Audio PC10F 10 Farad Car Capacitor For Energy Storage To Enhance Bass Demand From Audio System
Description
Wiring Diagram View largerWhat Is A Capacitor?A capacitor is a passive two
terminal electrical component (a component that consumes but does not produce
energy). In building a sound system for your car, you would want to use a
capacitor for a couple of different reasons.Why Do I need One?The main reason
a capacitor is recommended is for power reserve. The capacitor stores energy
and releases it very quickly to the amplifier(s). How does this help? It’s
very simple: Music is dynamic, no matter what type you listen to. The dynamics
in musical content can very quickly transition from soft voices to thundering
bass notes. These moments are where the benefit of having a capacitor is
heard. The amplifier requires a constant amount of steady power to function
efficiently and power the speakers. A capacitor will keep the power going to
the amplifier consistent and stabilized, which means a better sounding system.
Important: The remote output of the head unit is connected to the remote turn
on of the capacitor. The capacitor will not function if the remote wire is not
connected to your head unit.SpecificationsThree digit, spuer bright blue LED
voltage meterVoltage measurement accurate to +/- 0.1VDCBlue illuminated
windowWarning tones for the following conditions: Reverse polarity connection,
over voltage limit (above 17VDC), and low battery voltage (below
10VDC)Capacitance (microfarads): 10,000,000Working voltage: 16VCDSurge
voltage: 24VDCESR (equivalent series resistance): 0.015 Ohm @
120Hz/25ºCCapacitance tolerance: +/- 10%Dimensions: 9-5/16” x 7-/16” x
2-11/16”Charging The Capacitor View largerCharging The CapacitorFirst, make
sure that all the connections according to the diagrams in the instruction
manual are correct. Pick up the cable coming from the positive (+) battery
terminal. Place the supplied charging resistor between the end of this cable
and the positive terminal of the capacitor. The capacitor will begin charging.
Charging generally takes five to 60 seconds. During charging, the voltage
shown in the three digit display will rise rapidly, then slow as it approaches
the voltage of your vehicle’s battery. When fully charged, the display voltage
will stop rising. If you have a voltmeter, you can first measure the voltage
of your car battery. Then you will know with accuracy that the capacitor is
fully charged. Caution: During charging, the resistor will become hot. This is
normal, but exercise caution during the charging process. After charging is
complete, remove the resistor from the incoming positive cable, and
immediately connect it to the positive terminal of the capacitor.
Features:
- 3 Digit Bright Blue Digital LED Voltage Display, Blue Illuminated Window
- Audible Warning Tone for Reverse Polarity, Voltage Overload and Low Battery Voltage
- Voltage Measurement Accurate to + / – 0.1 VDC
- Capacitance: 10,000,000, Working Voltage: 16 VDC, Surge Voltage: 24 VDC
- Equivalent Series Resistance: 0.015 Ohm @ 100 Hz / 25C, Capacitance Tolerance: + / – 10%
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.4 x 2.5, Unit Weight: 5 Lbs
- 1 Year Warranty
Product Details:
- Brand: BOSS Audio Systems
- Shape: Round
- Operating Voltage: 24 Volts
- Capacitance Tolerance: 10
- Maximum Voltage: 24 Volts
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 9.5 x 6.4 x 2.5 inches; 3 Pounds
- Item model number : PC10F
- Date First Available : March 30, 2010
- Manufacturer : Planet Audio
- Best Sellers Rank: #17 in Car Amplifier Capacitors
- Customer Reviews: 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 988 ratings