LGW2G471MELB50

The LGW2G471MELB50 is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor offering 470 µF capacitance at a 400 V rating. Designed for general‑purpose power electronics, it delivers high ripple current capability and extended endurance for demanding thermal and ripple environments.

Manufactured by Nichicon and compliant with RoHS (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), this radial can, snap‑in package combines high‑voltage bulk capacitance with a 105°C operating temperature rating for reliable performance in industrial and commercial equipment.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 470 µF rated capacitance at 400 V for high‑voltage bulk energy storage and smoothing.
• High Ripple Current & Endurance: Engineered to withstand 3000 hours application of rated ripple current at 105°C, supporting sustained ripple duty in continuous operation.
• Verified Ripple Performance: Rated ripple current of 2.85 A at 120 Hz and 4.075 A at 50 kHz, enabling effective performance across low and high frequency ripple conditions.
• Temperature Range & Reliability: Operating temperature range from −25°C to +105°C with endurance and shelf‑life specifications consistent with extended high‑temperature use.
• Mounting & Package: Snap‑in terminal, radial can package for secure board retention and easy insertion in power assemblies.
• Electrical Characteristics: Polarized capacitor with capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20% and leakage behavior per series specification (I ≤ 3√CV μA after 5 minutes at 20°C).
• Environmental Compliance: RoHS‑compliant construction (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• General‑Purpose Power Electronics: Bulk energy storage and smoothing where 400 V rated capacitance and robust ripple endurance are required.
• Industrial Power Supplies: Filtering and ripple handling in industrial converters and power modules operating up to 105°C.
• Commercial Equipment: High‑voltage DC link and decoupling applications in commercial electronic systems that require reliable long‑term ripple performance.

Unique Advantages

• Long Ripple Endurance: Specified to withstand 3000 hours at rated ripple current and 105°C, providing predictable lifetime behavior under continuous ripple load.
• High‑Voltage Capability: 400 V rating enables use in higher‑voltage power stages without series stacking.
• Wide Frequency Ripple Handling: Explicit ripple current ratings at 120 Hz and 50 kHz demonstrate suitability across a range of switching and line frequencies.
• Secure Snap‑In Mounting: Radial, snap‑in can package provides reliable mechanical retention for power assemblies.
• Standards‑Oriented Design: Meets series electrical characteristics such as leakage and tan δ limits and is RoHS compliant for environmental consistency.

Why Choose LGW2G471MELB50?

The LGW2G471MELB50 balances high‑voltage capacitance with proven ripple endurance and a temperature rating to 105°C, making it well suited for designs that demand sustained ripple performance and reliable bulk energy storage. Its snap‑in radial can simplifies assembly in power electronics where secure board mounting is important.

Ideal for engineers specifying components for industrial and commercial power systems, this Nichicon part offers verifiable ripple ratings and endurance data to support predictable lifetime planning and robust circuit performance.

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