Amperage of 50 farads at 12 volts

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A power bank with 50 farads at 12 volts can theoretically discharge 600 amps in one second, as 1 farad equals 1 amp per second per volt. However, the actual discharge may be limited by the series inductance and impedance of the capacitors, potentially reducing the peak current to around 525 to 600 amps. The user is specifically looking to build this power bank for an electric drill. Understanding the limitations of the capacitors is crucial for effective design. Proper calculations and considerations are necessary to ensure the power bank meets the required specifications for the intended use.
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Dear Experts

If I have 50 farads at 12 v, does this mean this power bank can discharge 600amps in 1 second based on 1 farad = 1 amp per second per volt ?

Thanks for reading.

Regards
Ramone
 
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ramonegumpert said:
Dear Experts

If I have 50 farads at 12 v, does this mean this power bank can discharge 600amps in 1 second based on 1 farad = 1 amp per second per volt ?

Thanks for reading.

Regards
Ramone

I get an average of [STRIKE]525A[/STRIKE] 600A, but the series [STRIKE]inductance [/STRIKE] impedance of that big of a set of capacitors would probably limit the peak discharge current.

What the heck are you wanting to build?
 
Dear Berkeman

Thanks for your advice.

I am trying to build a powerbank for an electric drill.

Thanks !

Best regards
Ramone
 
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