LGN2C152MELC30

The LGN2C152MELC30 is a Nichicon LGN series aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in terminal, radial can package. It delivers 1.5 mF capacitance at a 160 V rating with polarized construction for general-purpose power applications.

Designed for elevated-temperature operation, this capacitor is specified to withstand rated ripple current at 105°C for extended periods, offering a compact, smaller-sized option (one rank smaller than LGU) where high ripple endurance and robust thermal performance are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage – 1.5 mF rated capacitance with a 160 V rating and capacitance tolerance of ±20% (at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• High-temperature endurance – Rated for operation to 105°C and specified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current application at 105°C; after endurance testing, capacitance change remains within ±20%, tan δ ≤ 200% of initial, and leakage current is ≤ initial specified value.
• Ripple current capability – Specified ripple current of 2.5 A at 120 Hz and 3.75 A at 100 kHz, supporting sustained AC stress while maintaining performance.
• Package & mounting – Snap-in terminal (radial, can – snap-in) for secure board retention and higher current handling; physical size approximately L: 3 × D: 3.5 cm and one rank smaller than the LGU series.
• Electrical characteristics – Polarized design; leakage current specified as I ≤ 3/√C (µA) after 5 minutes at 20°C; tan δ (loss angle) max 0.15 for the 160–420 V range (measurement at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Temperature range & shelf life – Category temperature range for 160 V parts is –40 to +105°C; shelf-life procedure included (105°C for 1000 hours followed by voltage treatment) to restore characteristics.
• Environmental compliance – Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• General-purpose power filtering – Provides bulk capacitance and ripple handling for general-purpose power supply filtering where 160 V rating and elevated-temperature endurance are required.
• Energy smoothing and decoupling – Suitable for applications that need sustained ripple current capability at high ambient temperatures.
• Industrial and equipment power modules – Fits designs that require a compact, snap-in aluminum electrolytic with 105°C endurance and RoHS compliance.

Unique Advantages

• Sustained high-temperature ripple endurance: Withstands 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C, enabling predictable long-term performance under thermal stress.
• High ripple current capability: Rated ripple currents of 2.5 A (120 Hz) and 3.75 A (100 kHz) reduce thermal rise during AC loading.
• Compact, serviceable form-factor: Snap-in radial can construction and a case one rank smaller than LGU simplify assembly in space-constrained power modules.
• Quantified electrical limits: Clear leakage current and tan δ specifications (I ≤ 3/√C µA; tan δ max 0.15 at 120 Hz for the 160–420 V range) support predictable design margins.
• Proven endurance and shelf-life procedures: Endurance and shelf-life test criteria from the datasheet provide verifiable long-term reliability metrics for design validation.
• RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS directive requirements for environmental compliance.

Why Choose LGN2C152MELC30?

LGN2C152MELC30 positions itself as a robust, general-purpose electrolytic solution for designs that require 1.5 mF at 160 V with proven high-temperature ripple endurance. Its snap-in radial can and smaller case size make it suitable for assemblies where secure mounting and space efficiency matter.

This Nichicon LGN-series part is well suited to engineers seeking a component with specified electrical limits, verified endurance at 105°C, and RoHS compliance—supporting reliable, maintainable power designs in industrial and general-purpose equipment.

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