LGU2C681MELY

The LGU2C681MELY from Nichicon is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the LGU series, designed to the 105°C standard for general‑purpose applications. It delivers a high capacitance of 680 µF at a rated voltage of 160 V with a snap‑in radial can package (φ20 × 45 mm) in tray packing.

Engineered for sustained ripple current operation, this part combines long endurance and robust electrical characteristics—making it suitable where dependable bulk capacitance and ripple handling are required in general‑purpose circuit designs.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 680 µF nominal capacitance with tolerance ±20% at 120 Hz, rated for 160 V DC.
• High Temperature Endurance — Specified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C per the LGU series endurance specification.
• Ripple Current Performance — Low‑frequency ripple current 1.7 A (120 Hz) and high‑frequency ripple current 2.55 A (50 kHz), with frequency coefficients defined by the LGU series.
• Loss and Leakage — tan δ (DF) max 0.15 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz; leakage current specified at 980 µA.
• Operating Temperature Range — Rated for −40°C to +105°C operation.
• Package & Mounting — Snap‑in radial can (φ20 × 45 mm), tray packing for board assembly and handling.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• General‑Purpose Circuits — Provides bulk capacitance for general‑purpose circuit designs that require a 160 V, 680 µF snap‑in electrolytic capacitor.
• Power Supply Filtering — Used where sustained ripple current handling and bulk energy storage are needed in power rails and filtering stages.
• Industrial Electronics — Suited to industrial control and electronic equipment that demand 105°C endurance and reliable ripple current performance.

Unique Advantages

• Durable 105°C Endurance: Rated to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C, supporting long service life in elevated‑temperature environments.
• Strong Ripple‑Handling Capability: Combined low‑ and high‑frequency ripple current ratings (1.7 A at 120 Hz, 2.55 A at 50 kHz) deliver flexibility across a range of switching and line frequencies.
• Low Dissipation Factor: tan δ of 0.15 (20°C, 120 Hz) for controlled losses in AC or ripple conditions.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: −40°C to +105°C rating enables deployment across varied ambient conditions within the specified range.
• Industry‑Ready Package: Snap‑in radial can (φ20 × 45 mm) in tray packing for robust mounting and straightforward PCB assembly.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliant for environmental and materials conformance.

Why Choose LGU2C681MELY?

LGU2C681MELY combines substantial capacitance (680 µF) and a 160 V rating with proven LGU‑series endurance at 105°C, offering reliable bulk energy storage and ripple management for general‑purpose electronic designs. Its snap‑in radial package and defined ripple current characteristics make it practical for designers who need a high‑capacitance, long‑life electrolytic solution in a compact can format.

This part is well suited to engineers and purchasers specifying components for robust general‑purpose circuits and power conditioning tasks where defined endurance, leakage, and dissipation characteristics are important to system reliability and long‑term performance.

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