What is the difference between failure mode and failure mechanism? Basic information on capacitors is being provided.

The failure mode is the result, while the failure mechanism is the process! A clear explanation of the differences.

Failures are classified into catastrophic failures, where functionality is completely lost, and degradation failures, which are defined as failures where characteristics deteriorate and fall outside acceptable ranges. The failure mechanism is the "process leading to failure." In other words, it is the process by which various causes such as electrical, physical, mechanical, and chemical lead to failure. This document also covers the differences between failure modes and failure mechanisms, as well as the basics of capacitors, how to choose and use them. We encourage you to read it. [Contents] ■ Introduction ■ Basics of Capacitors ■ Failure Modes and Failure Mechanisms ■ Lifetime Estimation ■ How to Choose and Use ■ Summary *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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