LGX2E152MELC45

The LGX2E152MELC45 is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s LGX series, designed for long life operation at elevated temperatures. It delivers 1.5 mF capacitance at a 250 V rating with polarized construction and snap‑in mounting for secure PCB retention.

Engineered for power electronics, this capacitor is suited for rectifier circuits in general inverters and switching power supplies, offering high ripple current capability and a long 5000‑hour endurance at 105°C. It is RoHS compliant for regulatory alignment.

Key Features

• Electrical — 1.5 mF capacitance with a 250 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance for bulk energy storage and smoothing in power circuits.
• High ripple current capability — Rated ripple current of 3.05 A at 120 Hz and 4.575 A at 50 kHz to support demanding rectifier and switching applications.
• Thermal and lifetime performance — Specified operating temperature range of −25°C to +105°C with long life assurance of 5000 hours at 105°C under rated ripple current.
• Mechanical and mounting — Snap‑in terminal, radial can package designed for robust board mounting in power assemblies.
• Size — Compact can dimensions L: 4.5 × D: 3.5 cm with a maximum seated height of 1.772 inch for space‑conscious layouts.
• Regulatory — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Inverter rectifier circuits — Provides bulk smoothing and energy buffering for rectifiers in general inverter systems.
• Switching power supplies — Handles high ripple currents and elevated operating temperatures in SMPS input and output filtering.
• General power electronics — Suitable for general purpose power filtering and energy storage where polarized aluminum electrolytics are required.

Unique Advantages

• Long high‑temperature life: Rated to withstand 5000 hours at 105°C with rated ripple current, supporting extended service life in hot operating environments.
• High ripple capacity: Specified ripple currents at both low (120 Hz) and high (50 kHz) frequencies enable reliable performance across rectifier and switching domains.
• Secure snap‑in mounting: Snap‑in terminal and radial can package provide reliable mechanical retention for power PCBs and assemblies.
• Compact footprint: Relatively small can dimensions help reduce board space for power modules and inverter assemblies.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS conformity simplifies selection for designs subject to environmental directives.

Why Choose LGX2E152MELC45?

The LGX2E152MELC45 combines the LGX series’ long‑life high‑temperature endurance with robust ripple handling and snap‑in mounting, making it a practical choice for designers of inverters, switching power supplies, and general power electronics. Its specified 5000‑hour life at 105°C and explicit ripple current ratings provide verifiable performance metrics for reliability‑focused designs.

This part is well suited to customers needing a polarized aluminum electrolytic with proven thermal endurance, compact packaging, and straightforward board retention for production power assemblies. RoHS compliance supports regulatory needs and easier integration into commercial products.

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