LGU1J222MELZ

The LGU1J222MELZ is a polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in terminal, radial can package designed for general-purpose applications. It delivers 2.2 mF capacitance at a 63 V rating with operation from –40 °C to 105 °C and is compliant with RoHS (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Engineered for sustained performance under elevated temperature and ripple stress, this part withstands 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105 °C and provides specified ripple current capability across low and high frequencies.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 2.2 mF capacitance rated at 63 V with ±20% tolerance.
• High-temperature Endurance — Rated for operation up to 105 °C and specified to withstand 3000 hours at 105 °C under rated ripple current.
• Ripple Current Performance — Rated ripple current of 1.82 A at 120 Hz and 2.093 A at 50 kHz, with frequency coefficients provided in the series datasheet.
• Mounting & Package — Snap-in terminal, radial can (snap-in) package for secure board mounting and mechanical stability.
• Polarized Design — Polar capacitor suitable for circuits requiring polarized components.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Physical Size — Compact footprint with dimensions L: 3.5 × D: 2.2 cm and maximum seated height of 1.378 inches.

Typical Applications

• General Purpose (high-temperature) — For general-purpose applications that require operation to 105 °C and long-duration endurance under rated ripple current.
• General Purpose (snap-in mounting) — Suited to assemblies that use snap-in, radial-can capacitors for board-level power components.
• General Purpose (polarized circuits) — Intended for circuits that require a polarized electrolytic capacitor at 2.2 mF and 63 V.

Unique Advantages

• Long-duration high-temperature performance: Specified to endure 3000 hours at 105 °C under rated ripple current, supporting designs with elevated operating temperatures.
• Measured ripple capability: Explicit ripple current ratings at 120 Hz and 50 kHz (1.82 A and 2.093 A respectively) provide verifiable performance for ripple-heavy applications.
• Robust mounting option: Snap-in, radial can package offers reliable mechanical retention for board-mounted power components.
• Clear specification set: Capacitance, tolerance, temperature range, leakage and endurance criteria are defined and backed by series datasheet parameters.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS conformity for applications requiring restricted-substance compliance.
• Compact footprint: Small L × D dimensions allow fitting into space-constrained assemblies while providing 2.2 mF capacitance.

Why Choose LGU1J222MELZ?

The LGU1J222MELZ combines a high-capacitance 2.2 mF value with a 63 V rating in a snap-in, radial-can form factor optimized for general-purpose polarized capacitor needs. Its defined ripple current ratings and 3000-hour endurance at 105 °C make it a suitable option where verified high-temperature ripple performance and long-term stability are required.

This part is ideal for engineers and procurement teams specifying polarized electrolytic capacitors for assemblies that demand measurable ripple capability, compact size, and RoHS compliance. The LGU series datasheet provides the test conditions and frequency coefficients needed to integrate the part with confidence.

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