LAK2G101MELA30

The LAK2G101MELA30 is a 100 µF, 400 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in radial can designed for general-purpose power applications. It is part of the Nichicon LAK series and provides a high-temperature rated solution with improved safety behavior under abnormal voltage conditions.

Designed for environments with voltage fluctuation, this snap-in capacitor delivers sustained performance at elevated temperatures and is built to endure extended ripple-current stress at its rated temperature.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 100 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 400 V with ±20% tolerance.
• High-temperature endurance: Rated for operation from −25 °C to +105 °C and specified to withstand 2000 hours of rated ripple current at 105 °C.
• Snap-in package: Radial, can-type with snap-in terminals for secure PCB mounting and mechanical stability.
• Ripple current capability: Specified ripple current of 530 mA at 120 Hz and 609.5 mA at 10 kHz for sustained AC loading.
• Safety features: Improved safety design with a pressure relief vent intended to prevent dangerous conditions such as flames, ignitions or dispersion of case pieces under abnormal voltage.
• LAK series flexibility: The LAK series supports extended rated voltage options (200 V, 400 V and 420 V), offering design flexibility across related SKUs.
• Environmental compliance: Compliant with RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• General-purpose equipment — Intended for use in general-purpose power circuits where reliable bulk capacitance and thermal endurance are required.
• Voltage-fluctuating environments — Suited for equipment operated in areas with voltage fluctuation thanks to improved safety features and series-rated voltage options.
• High-temperature power assemblies — Applicable where sustained ripple-current endurance at elevated temperature (105 °C, 2000 h) is a design requirement.

Unique Advantages

• Long high-temperature life: Endurance of 2000 hours at 105 °C under rated ripple current supports durability in elevated-temperature applications.
• Specified ripple performance: Clear ripple-current ratings (530 mA @ 120 Hz, 609.5 mA @ 10 kHz) enable predictable thermal and electrical behavior under AC loading.
• Secure snap-in mounting: Radial snap-in terminals provide a robust mechanical connection for through-hole PCB assemblies.
• Enhanced safety under abnormal voltage: Pressure relief vent and safety design reduce the risk of flames, ignition, or component dispersion during abnormal voltage events.
• RoHS compliant: Meets current RoHS requirements for restricted substances.

Why Choose LAK2G101MELA30?

LAK2G101MELA30 combines high-voltage capability (400 V) with substantial capacitance (100 µF) in a snap-in aluminum electrolytic package rated to 105 °C. Its specified ripple-current ratings and 2000-hour endurance at elevated temperature make it a practical choice for designs that require reliable bulk capacitance and sustained performance under thermal and electrical stress.

This part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams specifying general-purpose high-voltage capacitors for equipment that may experience voltage fluctuation and that benefit from enhanced safety features and RoHS compliance.

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