I’ve got this capacitor that I need help identifying or finding an alternative for. It’s SMD-mounted and measures 13 mm in length, 7.6 mm in width, and 8 mm in height.
Greatful for help in any direction!
Hello Appfix,
Unfortunately, I have been unable to find this capacitor or a suitable alternative.
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Hello @appfix,
This is a unique configuration. It’s certainly one of the largest SMD parts I’ve seen. Also, it looks like the OEM had reliability issues as there is plenty of adhesive to hold the part in position.
While I’m not able to cross the part. This is what I can tell you that it appears to be polarized (negative to the right) implying an aluminum electrolytic or tantalum design.
Options:
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If the footprint allows, use a tantalum capacitor such as this.
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Kludge in an axial electrolytic such as this.
Happy soldering,
Aaron
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Thank you so much for your help and for a well written answer! 
I’ll try with the tantalum capacitor-option. 
All the best!
// Alexander
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I was able to identify it, unfortunately we’re currently out of stock. It’s an aluminum electrolytic.
Part Number MAL213967339E3 from Vishay Beyschlag/Draloric/BC Components
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I did a Google image search for “33uF 40V BC” and it was waaaay down the list of images.
Interestingly Philips BC used to make these, and now its Vishay BC:
Thank you, @Kristof_2649.
Thank you both @APDahlen and @Kristof_2649 for your amazing help. Next time I promise to scroll all the way down on the results page. 
It’s from a “Timberjack TMC Transmission” on a Forrest Forwarder. Lots of glue and coating on everything but I suppose it’s a harsh environment.
All the best! // Alex
Thank you.
Yes, I could see humidity being a serious problem.
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