LGN2C182MELC35

The LGN2C182MELC35 is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap‑in terminal (radial can) configuration from the Nichicon LGN series. It is designed for general‑purpose power applications that require polarized bulk capacitance, compact packaging and elevated temperature endurance.

This part provides 1.8 mF capacitance at a 160 V rating, operating across −40°C to 105°C, and is rated to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C. It is RoHS compliant and supplied in a smaller‑sized LGN case than the LGU series.

Key Features

• Capacitance and Voltage — 1.8 mF nominal capacitance with a 160 V rated voltage, suitable for bulk energy storage and filtering in DC systems.
• High‑temperature Endurance — Specified for operation to 105°C with a defined lifetime of 3000 hours under rated ripple current at that temperature.
• Ripple Current Capability — Rated ripple current of 2.7 A at 120 Hz and 4.05 A at 100 kHz, supporting sustained AC stress in power circuits.
• Polarized, Snap‑in Package — Snap‑in radial can design for secure PCB mounting and mechanical stability in installations requiring through‑hole, snap‑in terminals.
• Compact Case Size — One rank smaller case size than the LGU series with physical dimensions of L: 3.5 × D: 3.5 cm, reducing board footprint for bulk capacitance.
• Tolerance and Temperature Range — Capacitance tolerance ±20% and operating temperature range −40°C to 105°C for a broad set of environments.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Power supply smoothing — Bulk decoupling and voltage stabilization in commercial and industrial power supplies where elevated temperature endurance is required.
• DC link and energy storage — Bulk capacitance for DC link filtering in power conversion modules and PWM-driven circuits.
• Industrial and commercial electronics — General‑purpose energy storage and ripple mitigation in control systems, power modules and instrumentation.

Unique Advantages

• Rated for extended high‑temperature ripple — 3000‑hour endurance at 105°C under rated ripple current provides predictable long‑term behavior in hot operating environments.
• High ripple handling — Specified ripple currents at both low and high frequencies (2.7 A at 120 Hz, 4.05 A at 100 kHz) support a range of switching and line conditions.
• Smaller‑sized LGN footprint — One rank smaller than LGU series allows greater density of bulk capacitance on boards where space is constrained.
• Robust mounting — Snap‑in radial can provides secure mechanical retention for through‑hole assemblies subject to vibration or handling.
• Wide operating range — −40°C to 105°C operation and ±20% capacitance tolerance make the part applicable across diverse environments and designs.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS compliance supports usage in products targeted for restricted‑substance requirements.

Why Choose LGN2C182MELC35?

LGN2C182MELC35 combines a high nominal capacitance (1.8 mF) and a 160 V rating in a compact snap‑in can tailored for applications that demand sustained ripple performance at elevated temperatures. Its defined 3000‑hour endurance at 105°C, specified ripple currents, and compact LGN case make it suitable for designers needing reliable bulk capacitance in constrained board areas.

As part of Nichicon’s LGN series, this capacitor is well suited for engineers and procurement teams seeking predictable electrical behavior, mechanical robustness, and RoHS compliance for industrial and commercial power applications.

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