Overview
The Sprague Powerlytic 36DX 13000-25DC is a high-capacitance aluminum electrolytic capacitor manufactured by Vishay Sprague. Rated at 25V DC with a capacitance of 13,000 µF, this large-can component offers reliable energy storage and voltage smoothing for industrial, commercial, and legacy electronic equipment. The 36DX case size provides high capacitance density in a standard form factor with proven performance across decades of field deployment.
Key Features
- Capacitance: 13,000 µF at rated voltage
- Voltage rating: 25V DC
- Large-can aluminum electrolytic construction
- Screw terminal leads for secure, reliable connections
- Operating temperature range: −40 °C to +85 °C (36DX variant)
- Useful life: 1000 hours at +85 °C
- Low leakage current and long shelf life
- Two units per lot
Technical Specifications
The 36DX series represents a workhorse large-can capacitor family. Key operating parameters:
- High ripple current capability — handles transient load demands common in switching power supplies and industrial switching circuits
- Screw terminal interface — eliminates soldering and enables field replacement in retrofit and maintenance scenarios
- Rated capacitance range: The 36D/36DE/36DX family spans 190 µF to 50,000 µF across multiple voltage ratings
- Thermal stability: Designed for sustained operation in temperature ranges typical of industrial enclosures and outdoor installations
Typical Applications
- Industrial power supply smoothing and output filtering
- Audio amplifier power supply decoupling
- UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) energy storage
- HVAC and motor control circuits
- Legacy equipment retrofit and maintenance replacement
- DC bus voltage stabilization in PLC and automation systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial 25V DC power systems
- Switching power supply designs using 25V outputs
- Legacy audio and test equipment with 25V rails
- Industrial control cabinets and motor drives
- Retrofit applications requiring screw-terminal large-can capacitors
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Sprague Powerlytic 36DX 13000-25DC is a direct replacement for the same model number in legacy installations. Verify the capacitance and voltage rating of the original part against this specification before installation. Sprague recommends the 36DX for replacement applications; for new designs, consult current Vishay Sprague datasheets for modern alternatives such as the 36DY series.
Works With
- Any standard 25V DC power distribution system
- Industrial PLC and automation control systems
- Power factor correction (PFC) and energy conversion circuits
- Audio amplifier and analog equipment with 25V supplies
- Retrofit compatibility with equipment designed for 36D/36DE/36DX capacitors
