LGU1C223MELA

The LGU1C223MELA is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap‑in terminal radial can designed for general‑purpose electronic applications. It provides 22 mF capacitance at a 16 V rating with polarization and a broad operating temperature range from −40 °C to 105 °C.

Built to withstand sustained ripple at elevated temperature, this part is specified for 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105 °C and is RoHS compliant, making it suitable for designs that require proven thermal endurance and regulatory conformity.

Key Features

• Electrolytic Construction Aluminum electrolytic capacitor with polarized terminals suitable for bulk capacitance and decoupling in DC circuits.
• Capacitance & Voltage 22 mF capacitance rated at 16 V with tolerance −20% to +20% (±20% at 120 Hz, 20 °C).
• High‑Temperature Endurance Designed for continuous operation up to 105 °C and proven to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105 °C.
• Rated Ripple Current Handles 3.4 A at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 3.91 A at 50 kHz (high frequency) as specified for this part.
• Package & Mounting Radial can, snap‑in mounting for secure board retention and ease of assembly in power modules and chassis‑mounted circuits.
• Size and Form Factor Physical dimensions: L: 4.5 × D: 2.5 cm; seated height (max) 1.772 inch—compact for its capacitance class.
• Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose power supplies Bulk smoothing and energy storage where high capacitance and rated ripple handling at elevated temperatures are required.
• Power filtering and decoupling Filtering of DC rails and ripple reduction in industrial and electronic equipment that operates up to 105 °C.
• Chassis‑mounted power modules Snap‑in radial can provides secure mechanical mounting for assemblies requiring robust board retention.

Unique Advantages

• Proven high‑temperature endurance Specified to maintain performance after 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105 °C, supporting reliable operation in thermally demanding environments.
• High ripple current capability Rated ripple currents of 3.4 A (120 Hz) and 3.91 A (50 kHz) enable effective handling of AC ripple in power electronics applications.
• Large capacitance in a compact can 22 mF in a radial snap‑in package offers substantial bulk storage while minimizing occupied PCB area.
• Robust mounting Snap‑in terminals provide mechanical stability for applications with vibration or where sturdy board fixation is required.
• Regulatory readiness RoHS compliance supports use in products requiring restricted‑substance conformity.

Why Choose LGU1C223MELA?

LGU1C223MELA positions itself as a reliable, general‑purpose aluminum electrolytic solution for designs that demand significant bulk capacitance, elevated temperature capability, and measurable ripple handling. Its snap‑in radial can design simplifies mechanical retention while delivering the electrical performance specified for continuous use at up to 105 °C.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams building power supplies, filtering stages, and chassis‑mounted power modules where proven thermal endurance, RoHS compliance, and compact bulk capacitance are priorities.

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