LGU2W471MELC

The LGU2W471MELC is a Nichicon LGU series aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in terminal (radial can) package, offering 470 µF capacitance at a 450 V rated voltage. It is supplied in tray packing and is in mass production.

Designed for general-purpose applications, this capacitor delivers high-voltage capability, measured ripple-current performance at low and high frequencies, and extended endurance at elevated temperature (3000 hours at 105°C), making it suitable where sustained high-voltage operation and reliable ripple handling are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Tolerance — 470 µF nominal capacitance with tolerance of −20% to +20% (measured at 20°C, 120 Hz).
• High Voltage Rating — Rated for 450 V operation to support higher-voltage system requirements.
• Temperature Range & Endurance — Rated for operation from −25°C to +105°C with a guaranteed endurance of 3000 hours at 105°C under D.C. bias plus rated ripple current.
• Ripple Current Performance — Low-frequency ripple current: 1.85 A at 120 Hz; high-frequency ripple current: 2.646 A at 50 kHz (frequency coefficients available in the LGU series datasheet).
• Electrical Losses & Leakage — Dissipation factor (tan δ) specified as 0.20 (measured at 20°C, 120 Hz) and leakage current specified at 1370 µA.
• Mounting & Package — Snap-in terminal type in a radial can package; physical size φ35 × 50 mm (L: 5 × D: 3.5 cm). Supplied in tray packing for production handling.
• Regulatory Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• General-purpose power systems — For designs requiring 450 V rated capacitance in a board-mounted snap-in package.
• High-voltage filtering and smoothing — Provides measured ripple-current capability at both low and high frequencies for sustained operation under load.
• Industrial and commercial equipment — Suitable for general-purpose applications that benefit from long endurance at elevated temperature (3000 hours at 105°C).

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage capability: 450 V rating supports higher DC bus and system-voltage designs without adding series parts.
• Robust ripple handling: Specified ripple currents at 120 Hz and 50 kHz demonstrate usable performance across low and high frequency conditions.
• Long endurance at elevated temperature: 3000 hours at 105°C under rated conditions provides predictable longevity in thermally demanding environments.
• Snap-in mounting: Radial snap-in can offers secure board attachment for chassis or PCB installations and simplifies assembly.
• Production-ready packaging: Tray packing and mass-production status support repeatable procurement and assembly workflows.
• Standards compliance: RoHS compliance aligns with environmental directive requirements.

Why Choose LGU2W471MELC?

LGU2W471MELC combines a high 450 V rating with 470 µF capacitance and defined ripple-current characteristics to address general-purpose, high-voltage capacitor needs. Its 3000-hour endurance at 105°C and snap-in radial package make it a durable choice for designs that require sustained performance under thermal and electrical stress.

As part of Nichicon’s LGU series, this part is available in mass production with tray packing, providing a reliable supply form for production runs and maintenance spares where long-term stability and verified electrical parameters are required.

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