LGU2C122MELC

The LGU2C122MELC is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LGU series, offering 1.2 mF capacitance at a 160 V rating. Designed for general‑purpose electronic systems, it delivers high ripple handling and long endurance in a compact radial can with snap‑in mounting.

Key value comes from its ability to operate across a wide temperature range (−40°C to 105°C), withstand sustained rated ripple current for extended periods, and meet RoHS requirements—making it suitable for equipment requiring reliable DC filtering and energy storage under elevated temperatures.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1.2 mF (1200 µF) nominal capacitance with a 160 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance.
• Snap‑in Mounting — Radial, can-type snap‑in terminals for secure PCB attachment and ease of assembly.
• High Temperature Endurance — Rated to operate up to 105°C with an endurance of 3000 hours under DC bias plus rated ripple current.
• Ripple Current Performance — Low frequency ripple current 2.49 A at 120 Hz and high frequency ripple current 3.735 A at 50 kHz, supporting robust AC superposition in power applications.
• Loss Tangent (tan δ) — tan δ ≤ 0.15 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz, indicating controlled dielectric losses for stable operation.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 1310 µA after rated voltage application (20°C, 5 minutes condition).
• Operating Temperature Range — −40°C to +105°C to cover a wide range of thermal environments.
• Package & Handling — Compact footprint φ35 × 30 mm length with tray packing for safe handling and shipping.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets RoHS directives noted for the LGU series.

Typical Applications

• High‑voltage power filtering — Use where 160 V rated capacitance is needed to smooth DC rails and reduce ripple under sustained load.
• Bulk energy storage — Appropriate for circuits that require reliable charge storage and discharge capability at elevated temperatures.
• Power supply smoothing — Suited for smoothing and decoupling tasks where high ripple current capacity and long life at 105°C are required.

Unique Advantages

• Long‑term thermal reliability: Endurance specified at 3000 hours at 105°C under rated ripple current, supporting reliable operation in hot environments.
• High ripple handling: Defined ripple current figures at both low (2.49 A at 120 Hz) and high (3.735 A at 50 kHz) frequencies enable predictable thermal and electrical design margins.
• Compact snap‑in form factor: φ35 × 30 mm radial can with snap‑in terminals simplifies PCB mounting and mechanical retention.
• Controlled dielectric loss: tan δ of 0.15 (120 Hz, 20°C) provides predictable loss behavior for power and smoothing applications.
• RoHS compliance: Built to meet current RoHS directives as specified for the LGU series.
• Tray packing for production: Supplied in tray packing to support factory handling and assembly workflows.

Why Choose LGU2C122MELC?

LGU2C122MELC combines a 160 V rating and 1.2 mF capacitance with proven series characteristics—3000 hours endurance at 105°C and defined ripple current capability—making it a practical choice for designers needing dependable DC filtering and energy storage in thermally demanding applications. The snap‑in radial can simplifies board retention and assembly while the specified electrical parameters (tan δ, leakage, ripple currents) let engineers size parts with confidence.

This part is intended for engineers and procurement teams seeking a robust, RoHS‑compliant aluminum electrolytic with explicit endurance and ripple specifications—helpful for reducing design risk and supporting longer product lifecycles.

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