LGU1H472MELB

The LGU1H472MELB is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LGU series designed for general‑purpose applications. It provides 4.7 mF capacitance at a 50 V rating with a polarized radial can package and a high operating temperature capability up to 105°C.

Key design strengths include endurance under rated ripple current at elevated temperature and RoHS compliance, making it suitable for circuits that require stable bulk capacitance and long life under thermal stress.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 4.7 mF rated capacitance at 50 V, with ±20% tolerance for predictable bulk energy storage in general‑purpose circuits.
• High Temperature Endurance — Rated for operation to 105°C and specified to withstand 3000 hours application of rated ripple current at 105°C, providing durability in hot operating environments.
• Rated Ripple Current — Specified ripple current of 2.58 A at 120 Hz and 2.967 A at 50 kHz, enabling effective ripple handling where AC components are present.
• Polarized, Snap‑In Package — Radial, can-style snap‑in termination for robust mechanical mounting and straightforward installation in through‑hole assemblies.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range — −40°C to +105°C operating range to support a broad set of general‑purpose applications.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), meeting standard environmental directives.

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose electronic circuits — Provides bulk capacitance and energy buffering for a variety of boards and systems requiring a 4.7 mF/50 V polarized capacitor.
• Power supply smoothing — Rated ripple current and high temperature endurance support smoothing and decoupling duties where elevated thermal stress is expected.
• Industrial control equipment — Polarized snap‑in package and long rated life at 105°C make it appropriate for general‑purpose industrial applications that demand reliable bulk capacitance.

Unique Advantages

• Long high‑temperature life: Specified to withstand 3000 hours under rated ripple current at 105°C, reducing the need for frequent replacements in hot environments.
• Clear ripple specifications: Published ripple current values at 120 Hz and 50 kHz allow precise thermal and lifetime calculations during design.
• Robust mechanical mounting: Snap‑in radial can construction provides secure through‑hole attachment for assemblies subject to vibration or handling.
• Wide operating range: −40°C to +105°C rating covers many general‑purpose applications without the need for special cooling or derating strategies.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliance supports designs targeting restricted‑substance requirements.

Why Choose LGU1H472MELB?

LGU1H472MELB combines a substantial 4.7 mF capacitance and 50 V rating with a snap‑in radial package and a 105°C endurance rating, offering a balanced solution for designers who require dependable bulk capacitance and ripple handling in general‑purpose circuits. Its defined ripple current figures and 3000‑hour high‑temperature endurance provide measurable parameters for reliability planning.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams specifying capacitors for general‑purpose power management, smoothing, and energy buffering where long life at elevated temperature and RoHS compliance are important considerations.

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