LGN2W101MELY35

The LGN2W101MELY35 is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s LGN series. It delivers 100 µF at a 450 V rating in a smaller-sized snap-in can designed for general-purpose high-voltage applications.

Engineered for elevated temperature operation, this part is specified for use from −25°C to 105°C and is designed to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C, making it suitable where long endurance under thermal stress is required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 100 µF nominal capacitance with a rated voltage of 450 V, tolerance ±20% at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• High-Temperature Endurance — Endurance specified: D.C. bias plus rated ripple current applied for 3000 hours at 105°C with limits for capacitance change, tan δ and leakage current defined in the series specification.
• Ripple Performance — Rated ripple current: 690 mA at 120 Hz and 986.7 mA at 100 kHz for this part number, supporting sustained AC ripple handling under load.
• Low-Temperature Stability (Series) — For the 350–600 V range, impedance stability is specified: Z(−25°C)/Z(+20°C) up to 8 (measurement at 120 Hz), helping maintain performance in colder operating conditions.
• Loss Characteristics (Series) — Tan δ maximum for 450–600 V is 0.20 at 120 Hz, 20°C, per LGN series specifications.
• Packaging & Mounting — Radial, snap-in terminal can for secure mechanical mounting and straightforward board assembly in power assemblies.
• Polarized Design — Electrolytic, polarized capacitor intended for DC circuits where polarity is observed.
• Regulatory Compliance — RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Series Size Advantage — LGN parts are designed one rank smaller in case size than the LGU series, allowing a more compact footprint where case size matters.
• Leakage Current (Series) — Series specification: I ≤ 3/√C (µA) after 5 minutes’ application of rated voltage at 20°C (C = rated capacitance in µF).

Typical Applications

• General-purpose high-voltage circuits — Provides bulk capacitance and ripple handling at 450 V where general-purpose electrolytic capacitors are specified.
• Elevated-temperature environments — Used in designs that require sustained performance up to 105°C and long-term endurance under rated ripple current.
• Board-mounted power modules — Snap-in radial can package supports secure mounting in power conversion or high-voltage assemblies.

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage capability: 450 V rating enables use in higher-voltage DC systems where lower-voltage capacitors are not suitable.
• Designed for extended thermal endurance: Specified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C, supporting long-term reliability under thermal stress.
• Compact case sizing: One rank smaller case than LGU series parts, allowing reduced board footprint without sacrificing rated performance.
• Measurable ripple handling: Specified ripple currents at 120 Hz and 100 kHz give clear guidance for thermal and performance budgeting in designs.
• Regulatory readiness: RoHS compliance supports use in designs requiring restricted-substance conformity.
• Clear electrical limits: Series specifications for tan δ and leakage current provide predictable behavior for design verification and quality control.

Why Choose LGN2W101MELY35?

LGN2W101MELY35 combines a 100 µF capacitance with a 450 V rating in a snap-in aluminum electrolytic package engineered for extended operation at temperatures up to 105°C. Its specified ripple current ratings and series endurance data provide verifiable performance targets for designers working on general-purpose high-voltage and elevated-temperature applications.

This part is positioned for engineers and procurement teams who need a compact, reliable electrolytic solution with well-defined electrical and thermal endurance characteristics, backed by Nichicon’s LGN series specifications and RoHS compliance.

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