Supercapacitor Safety: Read About Currents, Failure Modes & More

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Information on supercapacitor safety and failure modes is crucial for understanding their use. Safe current levels are not always marked, and exceeding these can lead to overheating or rupture. Short-circuiting a charged supercapacitor can result in rapid discharge, potentially causing damage or hazards. The discussion highlights the impressive affordability of supercapacitors, with prices significantly reduced, making them more accessible for various applications. Understanding these factors is essential for safe usage and effective implementation of supercapacitors.
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Greetings.

Where can i read about safety and failure modes of supercapacitors?

What kind of currents would be safe, if not marked?
What would happen if that current is exceeded?
What would happen if a charged SC gets short-circuited, briefly or for a while?

Can anyone help, by references or answers?
 
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This is a query about a good subject. I wasn't aware of how much prices had dropped for these thingies, and it's amazing - nowadays one can buy a 10F supercapacitor that is 1.5 inches tall, for only $4 or so.

Really impressive!
 
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