LGR2W101MELB30

The LGR2W101MELB30 is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s LGR long-life assurance series. It is a snap-in terminal, radial can type with a nominal capacitance of 100 µF and a 450 V rated voltage, designed for general-purpose electronic applications.

Key attributes include a 105°C long-life rating with 10,000 hours endurance at temperature, polarized construction, and RoHS compliance—making it suitable for applications that require high-voltage capability, elevated operating temperature, and extended service life.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 100 µF nominal capacitance with a 450 V rated voltage; capacitance tolerance ±20%.
• Long-Life Endurance — Designed for 10,000 hours of ripple-current application at 105°C (endurance per series specification).
• Operating Temperature Range — Specified for operation from −25°C to +105°C.
• Package & Mounting — Radial, can-style snap-in terminal package; size approximately L: 3 × D: 3 cm and maximum seated height 1.181 inch for secure board attachment.
• Ripple Current Capability — Rated ripple current 640 mA at 120 Hz and 915.2 mA at 50 kHz for effective AC ripple handling.
• Leakage Current & Dissipation — Series leakage current specified as I ≤ 3√(C·V) μA (after 5 minutes at 20°C); tangent of loss angle (tan δ) max. 0.20 at 450 V per series data.
• Polarized Construction — Polarized electrolytic design for DC applications.
• Regulatory Compliance — RoHS compliant as stated in product information.

Typical Applications

• General Purpose Electronics — Suitable where a high-voltage, long-life electrolytic capacitor is required for general-purpose circuit functions.
• High‑Voltage Power Supplies — Used in circuits that require a 450 V rated capacitor for energy storage and smoothing under elevated temperatures.
• Industrial Power Modules — Appropriate for power modules and assemblies that need reliable ripple-current endurance at up to 105°C.

Unique Advantages

• Proven Long-Life Specification — 10,000-hour endurance at 105°C provides predictable longevity in sustained high-temperature ripple environments.
• High Voltage Handling — 450 V rating enables use in higher-voltage DC applications without series stacking.
• Robust Mounting — Snap-in radial can package offers secure mechanical retention and straightforward PCB assembly.
• Measured Ripple Performance — Provided ripple current ratings at 120 Hz and 50 kHz enable designers to size capacitors against expected AC stress.
• Series-Tested Electrical Limits — Leakage current and tan δ limits are specified by the LGR series, supporting predictable electrical behavior after application of rated voltage.
• RoHS Compliance — Meets RoHS directive requirements as indicated in the product data.

Why Choose LGR2W101MELB30?

LGR2W101MELB30 combines a 100 µF capacitance with a 450 V rating in a snap-in aluminum electrolytic package engineered for long-life operation at elevated temperatures. The part is appropriate for designs that require durable high-voltage capacitors with clearly specified ripple and leakage characteristics.

This capacitor is well suited to engineers and purchasers specifying components for general-purpose electronic and power applications where long-term endurance at 105°C, polarized DC operation, and RoHS compliance are important selection criteria.

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