LGU2C681MELB
| Part Description |
680 µF 160 V ±20% Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor, Snap-In |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 1,133 Available (as of November 3, 2026) |
| Product Category | Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors |
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| Part Series | LGU |
| Manufacturer | Nichicon |
| Manufacturing Status | Mass Production |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | Contact Us |
| Datasheet |
Specifications & Environmental
| Applications | General Purpose | Capacitance | 680 µF | ECCN | EAR99 | ||
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| ESR | N/A | Height Seated (Max) | 2.7 cm | HTS Code | 8532.22.0040 | ||
| Impedance | N/A | Lead Spacing | N/A | Lifetime @ Temp | 3000 h @ 105°C | ||
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | N/A | Mounting Method | Snap In | Operating Temperature | -40°C - 105°C | ||
| Package / Case | Radial, Can - Snap-In | Polarization | Polar | Ratings | N/A | ||
| REACH Compliance | REACH Unaffected | Ripple Current High Frequency | 2.73 A @ 50 kHz | Ripple Current Low Frequency | 1.82 A @ 120 Hz | ||
| RoHS Compliance | Compliant | Size / Dimension | 25 x 30 mm | Surface Mount Land Size | N/A | ||
| Tolerance | -20%~20% | Voltage | 160 V |
Overview of LGU2C681MELB – Snap-in Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor, 160 V / 680 µF
The LGU2C681MELB is a Nichicon LGU series snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor rated at 160 V and 680 µF. It is a polarized, radial can (snap-in) type designed for general-purpose electronic applications that require a compact electrolytic solution with specified ripple handling and high-temperature endurance.
Key value propositions include a 105°C operating temperature range with a 3000-hour endurance at 105°C, measurable low and high-frequency ripple current capability, and RoHS compliance for regulated designs.
Key Features
- Electrical Performance 680 µF capacitance with a tolerance of −20% to +20% and a rated voltage of 160 V. Specified tangent of loss angle (tanδ) is 0.15 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz.
- Ripple Current Capability Low-frequency ripple current specified at 1.82 A (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current at 2.73 A (50 kHz), enabling use where AC ripple handling is required.
- Leakage Current Rated leakage current of 980 µA (after specified conditions), supporting predictable DC leakage behavior in designs.
- High-Temperature Endurance Designed to withstand 3000 hours at 105°C under rated ripple current and DC bias conditions per the LGU series specification.
- Package and Mounting Snap-in terminal radial can (φ30 × 25 mm) for secure board mounting; supplied in tray packing for production assembly.
- Operating Range and Polarization Polarized capacitor with an operating temperature range of −40°C to +105°C.
- Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant as specified in the LGU series documentation.
Typical Applications
- General-purpose electronic equipment — Suitable where a 160 V, 680 µF snap-in electrolytic capacitor is required for bulk capacitance and energy buffering in general-purpose designs.
- Circuits requiring specified ripple handling — Appropriate for applications that need defined low- and high-frequency ripple current capability (1.82 A at 120 Hz, 2.73 A at 50 kHz).
- High-temperature environments — Applicable to equipment designs that require continuous operation up to 105°C with a 3000-hour endurance specification.
Unique Advantages
- Rated for 105°C endurance: The LGU2C681MELB meets the LGU series specification of 3000 hours at 105°C, providing predictable long-term performance under elevated temperature conditions.
- Defined ripple performance: Low- and high-frequency ripple current ratings (1.82 A @120 Hz and 2.73 A @50 kHz) allow designers to size capacitance for AC ripple requirements with specification-backed numbers.
- Compact snap-in form factor: φ30 × 25 mm radial can with snap-in terminals simplifies board mounting and mechanical retention for through-hole assembly.
- Measured dielectric loss: tanδ of 0.15 (20°C, 120 Hz) at the 160 V rating supports predictable dissipation behavior in AC and pulsed applications.
- RoHS compliant: Meets RoHS directive requirements as called out in the LGU series documentation, aiding regulatory compliance for assemblies.
- Production-ready packaging: Supplied in tray packing and listed as mass production status for volume procurement and assembly.
Why Choose LGU2C681MELB?
LGU2C681MELB positions itself as a reliable, specification-driven choice for designs that require a 160 V, 680 µF snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor with defined ripple current capability and extended high-temperature endurance. Its combination of measurable electrical parameters, 105°C/3000-hour rating, and snap-in package makes it suitable for engineers needing verifiable performance in general-purpose electronic assemblies.
This part is appropriate for customers and designs that prioritize documented ripple handling, predictable leakage and dissipation characteristics, and RoHS compliance. Its tray packing and mass-production status support scale-up and repeatable procurement.
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