Hey everyone,
I’m using C850-100-WH capacitor in a small off-grid solar weather station — powering sensors, a microcontroller, and a low-power radio. It’s sitting on the 5V line as a bulk capacitor to smooth out voltage dips when the radio or heater kicks in. On paper, its 100 µF rating and decent ESR look fine, but I’m curious how it holds up in the real world, especially with temperature swings from –10°C to 60°C and constant ripple from charging cycles.
Do you think this cap can handle long-term outdoor use, or would I be better off adding more capacitance or going for a higher-grade part? Anyone here used the C850-100-WH or something similar in a remote power setup?
Thanks
JM
I’m using C850-100-WH capacitor in a small off-grid solar weather station — powering sensors, a microcontroller, and a low-power radio. It’s sitting on the 5V line as a bulk capacitor to smooth out voltage dips when the radio or heater kicks in. On paper, its 100 µF rating and decent ESR look fine, but I’m curious how it holds up in the real world, especially with temperature swings from –10°C to 60°C and constant ripple from charging cycles.
Do you think this cap can handle long-term outdoor use, or would I be better off adding more capacitance or going for a higher-grade part? Anyone here used the C850-100-WH or something similar in a remote power setup?
Thanks
JM