LGU2C182MELB

The LGU2C182MELB is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor designed for general purpose electronic applications. It is a polarized radial can capacitor with a capacitance of 1.8 mF and a rated voltage of 160 V, engineered for continuous operation across −40 °C to +105 °C.

Built to withstand demanding ripple environments, this part delivers sustained performance with 3000 hours of endurance at 105 °C and specified ripple current ratings that support both low and high frequency power conditioning tasks.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1.8 mF capacitance at a rated voltage of 160 V, with a tolerance of −20% to +20% for predictable charge storage.
• High‑temperature Endurance — Rated for operation up to 105 °C and specified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105 °C, supporting long life under elevated temperatures.
• Ripple Current Performance — Specified ripple current of 3.32 A at 120 Hz and 4.98 A at 50 kHz, enabling effective smoothing across a range of switching and line‑frequency conditions.
• Polarized Snap‑in Package — Snap‑in radial can package for robust PCB mounting and secure mechanical retention in board‑level power assemblies.
• Wide Operating Range — Operating temperature range from −40 °C to +105 °C to cover typical industrial and commercial thermal environments.
• Regulatory — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), supporting regulatory requirements for lead‑free designs.
• Physical Footprint — Compact radial dimensions: L: 4.5 × D: 3 cm, suitable for space‑constrained power modules and assemblies.

Typical Applications

• General purpose power filtering — Provides bulk energy storage and ripple attenuation in power supplies and DC bus circuits that require a polarized snap‑in capacitor rated to 160 V.
• High‑temperature electronic racks — Suited to equipment that operates at elevated ambient temperatures, leveraging the 105 °C rating and 3000‑hour endurance.
• Switching converter output smoothing — Supports ripple currents across low and high frequencies (3.32 A at 120 Hz, 4.98 A at 50 kHz) for smoothing outputs of power converters and inverters.

Unique Advantages

• Proven high‑temperature endurance: 3000 hours at 105 °C under rated ripple current reduces the need for frequent replacements in hot operating environments.
• Frequency‑versatile ripple capability: Rated ripple current specified at both 120 Hz and 50 kHz enables reliable performance with line‑frequency and switching‑frequency sources.
• Secure board mounting: Snap‑in radial can provides mechanical stability for heavy‑current and vibration‑prone assemblies.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliance simplifies integration into lead‑free product lines and global distribution channels.
• Clear specification set: Polarized design, tolerance, operating temperature, and dimensional data allow straightforward BOM selection and layout planning.

Why Choose LGU2C182MELB?

The LGU2C182MELB combines a 1.8 mF capacitance with a 160 V rating in a snap‑in aluminum electrolytic package engineered for sustained operation at elevated temperatures. Its specified ripple current values across low and high frequencies and a 3000‑hour endurance at 105 °C make it suitable for designers who need dependable bulk capacitance and ripple handling in general purpose power and industrial electronics.

This part is well suited for engineers and procurement teams targeting robust, RoHS‑compliant polarized capacitors with clearly defined electrical and environmental limits, enabling predictable integration into power supply rails, converter outputs, and other board‑level energy storage applications.

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