“Vishay Intertechnology Inc has added the RoHS-compliant 153 CRV series to its range of vertical SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitors. Devices in the 153 CRV series are compatible with lead (Pb)-free soldering processes and offer long operating life from 200,000 hours at 40°C. The new Vishay BCcomponents 153 CRV polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitors are available in case sizes measuring from 4 x 4 x 5.3mm to 10 x 10 x 10mm. Standard capacitance values are from 0.47 to 470µF, with voltage ratings from 6.3 to 50V. Minimum operating useful life is 2,000 to 3,000 hours at 105°C, corresponding to 200,000 or 300,000 hours at 40°C respectively (depending on the case size). The devices are charge- and discharge-proof, and will withstand surge voltages up to 1.15 times rated voltage, and reverse voltages up to 1V, all applied under IEC 60384-18 specifications. A vertical SMD construction ensures minimum board space.” Source: nikkeibp.com