LGU2A152MELZ

The LGU2A152MELZ is a Nichicon LGU series aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap‑in terminal (radial can) package. It provides 1.5 mF (1500 µF) capacitance at 100 V with ±20% tolerance and is designed for general‑purpose applications requiring extended endurance and elevated temperature operation.

Built for sustained ripple performance and long life, this capacitor is specified for operation from −40°C to 105°C with a rated endurance of 3000 hours at 105°C, making it suitable for power filtering and bulk energy storage in industrial and electronic equipment.

Key Features

• Capacitance and Voltage — 1500 µF (1.5 mF) rated at 100 V with ±20% tolerance, providing significant bulk capacitance for general‑purpose power circuits.
• High Temperature Endurance — Rated for 3000 hours at 105°C, meeting long‑term stability requirements under elevated temperature conditions.
• Snap‑in Terminal, Radial Can Package — φ22×45L (22 mm diameter × 45 mm length; L: 4.5 × D: 2.2 cm) snap‑in mounting for secure board attachment and efficient assembly; supplied in tray packing.
• Ripple Current Capability — Low frequency ripple current 1.99 A at 120 Hz and high frequency ripple current 2.288 A at 50 kHz, supporting active power circuitry with steady ripple demands.
• Leakage and Loss Characteristics — Specified leakage current 1160 µA and tangent of loss angle (tan δ) 0.20 (at the rated voltage class), useful for estimating dissipation and standby behavior.
• Operating Range and Compliance — Operational temperature range −40°C to +105°C and RoHS compliant.
• Production Status — Mass production availability for volume designs and replacements.

Typical Applications

• General‑Purpose Power Supplies — Bulk energy storage and smoothing in power conversion circuits where 100 V rating and high capacitance are required.
• Industrial Equipment — Filtering and decoupling in industrial electronics that demand extended high‑temperature endurance (3000 h at 105°C).
• Power Modules and Converters — Supports ripple current loads with specified low‑ and high‑frequency ripple current ratings for reliable performance.

Unique Advantages

• Extended Endurance at Elevated Temperature — 3000 hours at 105°C provides predictable life for designs operating near the upper temperature limit.
• High Bulk Capacitance at Elevated Voltage — 1500 µF at 100 V offers substantial energy storage in a compact φ22×45L can for space‑constrained power systems.
• Robust Ripple Handling — Specified ripple currents at both low and high frequencies help designers size capacitors to meet real‑world switching and ripple conditions.
• Practical Mounting and Supply — Snap‑in radial can simplifies board retention and assembly; available in tray packing for production runs.
• Regulatory Compliance — RoHS compliance supports use in regions and products requiring restricted substance adherence.

Why Choose LGU2A152MELZ?

LGU2A152MELZ delivers a combination of high capacitance, a 100 V rating, and proven endurance (3000 h at 105°C) in a snap‑in radial can that is straightforward to integrate into general‑purpose power systems. Its specified ripple current performance and controlled loss/leakage characteristics make it a practical choice for designers who need reliable bulk energy storage and filtering under elevated temperature stress.

This part is well suited for engineers and procurement teams building or maintaining industrial and general‑purpose electronic equipment that requires predictable long‑term capacitor performance and mass production availability.

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