LGW2W101MELA25

The LGW2W101MELA25 is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap‑in terminal package designed for high ripple current applications. It provides a nominal capacitance of 100 µF at a rated voltage of 450 V and is specified for general‑purpose use.

Designed for sustained operation at elevated temperatures, the LGW series offers 105°C endurance with documented performance after long‑term ripple loading, delivering reliable capacitance and leakage characteristics for demanding power applications.

Key Features

• High ripple current and endurance  Withstands 3000 hours application of rated ripple current at 105°C as specified for the LGW series.
• Rated capacitance and voltage  100 µF nominal capacitance at a 450 V rated voltage.
• Operating temperature  Specified for operation from −25°C to +105°C (for the 400–450 V group).
• Capacitance tolerance  ±20% at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Specified ripple current values  Rated ripple current examples: 1.04 A at 120 Hz and 1.487 A at 50 kHz for the part configuration.
• Frequency coefficient data (400–450 V group)  Frequency coefficients for rated ripple current include 0.77 at 50 Hz, 1.00 at 120 Hz, and 1.43 at 50 kHz or more.
• Leakage current specification  Leakage current meets I ≤ 3√CV (µA) after 5 minutes' application of rated voltage at 20°C (per datasheet formula).
• Snap‑in terminal package  Radial, can – snap‑in mounting type for secure PCB attachment in snap‑in configurations.
• RoHS compliant  Compliant to the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose electronics  For general‑purpose designs requiring a high‑voltage, high‑ripple electrolytic capacitor.
• Power supply modules  Suitable where 450 V rated capacitance and high ripple endurance are required by the design.
• Industrial equipment  Applicable to general‑purpose industrial systems operating up to 105°C where sustained ripple performance is needed.

Unique Advantages

• Proven ripple endurance: With documented ability to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 105°C, the LGW2W101MELA25 supports long‑term operation under continuous ripple stress.
• High‑voltage capability: 450 V rating enables use in high‑voltage circuits within the LGW series voltage range.
• Frequency‑characterized performance: Supplied ripple current figures and frequency coefficients let engineers size capacitors accurately across AC frequency ranges.
• Clear electrical specs: Capacitance tolerance, leakage current formula, and tan δ limits are specified to support predictable design outcomes and testing.
• RoHS compliance: Meets current RoHS requirements for regulated materials.
• Snap‑in mounting: Radial snap‑in package provides a standardized mechanical option for board assembly in applicable designs.

Why Choose LGW2W101MELA25?

The LGW2W101MELA25 positions itself as a robust general‑purpose, high‑voltage electrolytic capacitor with documented high‑ripple endurance at elevated temperature. Its combination of 100 µF / 450 V rating, snap‑in package, and series endurance data makes it suitable for designs that require sustained ripple performance and clear, testable electrical limits.

This part is suited to engineers and procurement teams specifying capacitors for general‑purpose power and industrial systems where long‑term ripple endurance, defined leakage current behavior, and RoHS compliance are required.

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