LGU2A332MELB

The LGU2A332MELB is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's LGU series featuring a snap‑in terminal type and a nominal capacitance of 3.3 mF (3300 µF) at a 100 V rating. It is designed as a general‑purpose power capacitor intended for applications that require high capacitance, elevated ripple handling, and robust thermal endurance.

Key attributes include rated performance at up to 105°C, long endurance under rated ripple conditions, and RoHS compliance, making the part suitable for production deployments where these specific electrical and environmental characteristics are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 3.3 mF (3300 µF) nominal capacitance with a 100 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance, providing bulk energy storage for power circuits.
• Ripple Current Performance: Low‑frequency ripple current of 3320 mA at 120 Hz and high‑frequency ripple current of 3818 mA at 50 kHz, supporting sustained AC stress on the capacitor.
• Thermal Endurance: Rated operating temperature range of −40°C to 105°C with an endurance specification of 3000 hours at 105°C when subjected to DC bias plus rated ripple current.
• Leakage and Loss Characteristics: Specified leakage current of 1720 µA and a tangent of loss angle (tanδ) of 0.2 measured at 20°C and 120 Hz for the 80–100 V class.
• Package & Mounting: Radial, can-style snap‑in package (φ30 × 50L) for snap‑in PCB mounting; tray packing and mass production availability are provided.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliant as noted in the product data.
• Series Endurance Note: LGU series capacitors are specified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current application at 105°C per the series datasheet.

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose power systems: Specified as "General Purpose" in the product data; suited where 3300 µF at 100 V is required for energy storage or smoothing under sustained ripple conditions.
• High‑temperature environments: Use cases that require continuous operation up to 105°C with verified 3000‑hour endurance under rated ripple current.
• PCB snap‑in mounting designs: Systems that rely on radial, snap‑in can packages (φ30 × 50L) for mechanical retention and through‑hole assembly.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple endurance: Rated ripple currents of 3.32 A (120 Hz) and 3.818 A (50 kHz) combined with series endurance testing mean the part is specified for sustained AC stress at elevated temperature.
• Extended thermal range and lifecycle: −40°C to 105°C operating range and 3000 hours endurance at 105°C provide predictable lifetime behavior in thermally demanding installations.
• Clear electrical characterization: Measured tanδ (0.2 at 20°C/120 Hz) and a specified leakage current (1720 µA) allow designers to account for loss and standby current precisely.
• Robust mounting and form factor: Radial snap‑in can (φ30 × 50L) simplifies mechanical retention and board assembly for through‑hole designs.
• Production readiness: Tray packing and mass production status support volume procurement and streamlined manufacturing integration.
• RoHS compliance: Conformance to RoHS requirements supports use in assemblies that require restriction of certain hazardous substances.

Why Choose LGU2A332MELB?

LGU2A332MELB combines high capacitance and a 100 V rating with defined ripple current capability and 3000‑hour endurance at 105°C, providing predictable electrical behavior in assemblies that require sustained energy storage and thermal resilience. The snap‑in radial can package (φ30 × 50L) enables secure through‑hole mounting while supporting production workflows via tray packing and mass production availability.

This part is well suited to designers and procurement teams specifying components for general‑purpose power applications where the documented capacitance, voltage rating, ripple performance, leakage, and thermal endurance align with system requirements. The explicit specifications allow straightforward assessment of performance and lifecycle for deployment planning.

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