LGN2Z471MELZ30

The LGN2Z471MELZ30 is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LGN series, designed for general-purpose power applications. It delivers 470 µF capacitance at a 180 V rating in a compact radial can snap-in package.

Engineered for robust thermal and ripple performance, this LGN part withstands rated ripple current for 3000 hours at 105°C and is RoHS compliant. Its one-rank-smaller case size compared to the LGU series helps save board space where a snap-in mounting solution is required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 470 µF nominal capacitance with a 180 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance, suitable for general-purpose energy storage and smoothing within its rated limits.
• High-Temperature Endurance — Specified to withstand 3000 hours at 105°C under rated ripple conditions, supporting sustained operation in elevated ambient temperatures.
• Snap-In Radial Package — Snap-in terminal type in a radial can (snap-in) package for secure board mounting and ease of installation in power assemblies.
• Ripple Current Ratings — Rated ripple currents of 1.38 A at 120 Hz and 2.07 A at 100 kHz provide quantified performance for both low- and high-frequency ripple environments.
• Operating Temperature Range — Specified from –40°C to +105°C, enabling use across a wide temperature span for general-purpose designs.
• Compact Footprint — Physical dimensions: length 3.0 cm × diameter 2.2 cm with a maximum seated height of 1.181 inch, offering a smaller case size compared with the LGU series for tighter layouts.
• RoHS Compliant — Conforms to applicable RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Power Supply Filtering — General-purpose filtering and smoothing where 470 µF at 180 V and quantified ripple endurance are required.
• Industrial and Commercial Power Circuits — Snap-in mounting and high-temperature endurance make it suitable for power modules and assemblies operating up to 105°C.
• Energy Storage and Smoothing — Bulk capacitance for energy buffering in systems that demand sustained ripple handling at both low and high frequencies.

Unique Advantages

• Proven Thermal Endurance: Rated for 3000 hours at 105°C under rated ripple, offering predictable long-term performance at elevated temperatures.
• Measured Ripple Performance: Specified ripple currents at 120 Hz and 100 kHz (1.38 A and 2.07 A respectively) allow designers to match component selection to application ripple profiles.
• Space-Saving Snap-In Form Factor: One rank smaller case size than the LGU series enables more compact power module designs without sacrificing snap-in mounting reliability.
• Wide Operating Range: –40°C to +105°C operation supports deployment across varied thermal environments common in general-purpose electronics.
• RoHS Compliance: Meets current RoHS directives for environmental and regulatory alignment.

Why Choose LGN2Z471MELZ30?

The LGN2Z471MELZ30 combines a compact snap-in can package with 470 µF capacitance at 180 V and quantified ripple endurance, positioning it for designers who need reliable bulk capacitance and thermal resilience in general-purpose power designs. Its documented ripple current ratings and 3000-hour endurance at 105°C provide verifiable performance metrics for engineering validation.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the LGN series and delivered in a smaller case footprint than the LGU family, this part is suited to applications that require a balance of space efficiency, rated ripple handling, and long-term stability within the specified operating range.

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