LGU1C153MELZ

The LGU1C153MELZ is a snap‑in, radial aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LGU series designed for general‑purpose power applications. It provides 15,000 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating with snap‑in terminals for secure board mounting. Engineered for high ripple environments, the part combines large capacitance, rated ripple current performance, and extended endurance for reliable bulk energy storage and smoothing.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 15,000 µF nominal capacitance with a 16 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance, suitable for bulk smoothing and decoupling in low‑voltage power rails.
• Ripple Current Performance — Rated low‑frequency ripple current of 2.68 A (120 Hz) and high‑frequency ripple current of 3.082 A (50 kHz), supporting demanding ripple conditions.
• Reliability & Endurance — Designed to withstand 3,000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C; meets the LGU series endurance criteria for long operational life under elevated temperature stress.
• Loss and Leakage — Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) up to 0.50 (measured at 20°C, 120 Hz) and leakage current specified at 1,460 µA, enabling predictable loss and leakage behavior for design margin calculations.
• Temperature Range — Operating range from −40°C to +105°C, supporting a wide array of industrial and general‑purpose environments.
• Package & Mounting — Radial can with snap‑in termination (φ22 × 40L), tray packing for handling, and mass‑production availability.
• RoHS Compliance — RoHS‑compliant construction in accordance with the LGU series documentation.

Typical Applications

• Power Supplies — Bulk smoothing and output filtering where high capacitance and rated ripple current (2.68 A at 120 Hz; 3.082 A at 50 kHz) reduce voltage ripple on low‑voltage rails.
• Industrial Control Electronics — Energy buffering and decoupling in control systems that require operation across −40°C to +105°C and extended endurance at elevated temperatures.
• UPS and Backup Modules — Bulk energy storage and discharge support leveraging 15,000 µF capacitance and controlled leakage current for predictable hold‑up performance.

Unique Advantages

• High Capacitance Density: 15,000 µF nominal provides significant bulk storage in a compact φ22 × 40L package for space‑constrained power designs.
• Rated Ripple Endurance: Specified ripple current capability and 3,000‑hour endurance at 105°C translate into sustained performance under continuous ripple loading.
• Wide Temperature Range: −40°C to +105°C operating range supports deployment in harsh ambient conditions without derating the device beyond specified limits.
• Predictable Electrical Characteristics: Specified tan δ and leakage current figures allow accurate loss and thermal budgeting in power electronics designs.
• Production Readiness: Tray packing and mass‑production status simplify procurement and high‑volume assembly planning.

Why Choose LGU1C153MELZ?

The LGU1C153MELZ offers a focused combination of large capacitance, robust ripple handling, and long endurance in a snap‑in radial package. It is positioned for engineers who need reliable bulk energy storage and ripple suppression in general‑purpose and industrial power designs operating up to 105°C.

With clearly specified loss, leakage, and ripple current characteristics plus RoHS compliance and tray packing for production use, this part supports predictable thermal and electrical planning and simplifies integration into higher‑volume assemblies.

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