LGJ2G101MELA20

The LGJ2G101MELA20 is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LGJ series. It provides 100 µF capacitance at a 400 V rating in a low‑profile 25 mm diameter × 20 mm length can suitable for high‑voltage, general‑purpose power designs.

Engineered for applications that require high voltage endurance and robust ripple handling, this polarized capacitor combines a compact snap‑in package with 3000 hours endurance at 105°C, making it appropriate for demanding industrial and power supply environments.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 100 µF capacitance rated for 400 V DC, offering a compact high‑voltage energy storage option.
• Low‑profile Snap‑in Package: Radial, can snap‑in mounting with dimensions 25 × 20 mm (φD × L) for secure board attachment and simplified assembly handling.
• High Ripple Capability: Rated ripple current of 760 mA at 120 Hz and 1.087 A at 50 kHz supports AC ripple filtering and decoupling in high‑voltage circuits.
• Electrical Loss and Leakage: Maximum tan δ of 0.15 at 20°C, 120 Hz and leakage current specified at 600 µA, enabling predictable loss and standby current characteristics.
• Endurance & Temperature Range: 3000 hours life at 105°C with an operating temperature range of −25°C to +105°C for sustained performance under elevated temperatures.
• Tolerance & Polarization: Capacitance tolerance ±20% (120 Hz, 20°C); polarized construction for DC energy storage and filtering applications.
• Production & Packaging: Tray packing and mass production status support volume manufacturing and easy supply chain integration.

Typical Applications

• High‑voltage power supplies: Bulk smoothing and decoupling in DC buses where 400 V rating and 100 µF capacitance provide energy storage and voltage stability.
• Industrial power electronics: Filtering and ripple suppression for converters and inverters that require robust ripple handling and high temperature endurance.
• Energy storage and DC link networks: Local decoupling in DC link circuits benefiting from the component’s high ripple current capability and 400 V rating.
• General‑purpose electronic equipment: High‑voltage circuits in instrumentation and control systems that need compact, reliable aluminum electrolytic capacitors.

Unique Advantages

• High voltage capacity: 400 V rating enables use in higher‑voltage DC systems without increasing footprint.
• Compact, serviceable form factor: 25 × 20 mm low‑profile snap‑in can simplifies board layout while providing secure mechanical retention.
• Strong ripple performance: 760 mA at 120 Hz and 1.087 A at 50 kHz support effective AC ripple handling across common power frequencies.
• Designed for elevated temperatures: 3000 hours endurance at 105°C gives designers predictable long‑term behavior in hot operating environments.
• Measured electrical characteristics: Specified tan δ (0.15 max at 20°C, 120 Hz) and defined leakage current (600 µA) allow precise thermal and loss budgeting.
• Production readiness: Tray packing and mass production status help streamline procurement and assembly for volume deployments.

Why Choose LGJ2G101MELA20?

LGJ2G101MELA20 balances high‑voltage capability, compact snap‑in packaging, and defined ripple and endurance specifications to serve demanding general‑purpose power designs. Its combination of 100 µF at 400 V, robust ripple ratings, and 3000 hours life at 105°C makes it well suited to engineers who need predictable electrical performance and thermal reliability in a small footprint.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the LGJ series and available in tray packing for production use, this part is ideal for teams designing high‑voltage DC buses, industrial converters, and other power systems that require stable capacitance, controlled loss, and long‑term endurance.

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