LGY1C103MELZ30

The LGY1C103MELZ30 is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s LGY series. It delivers 10,000 µF at 16 V in a compact 22 mm × 30 mm can, designed for general‑purpose and industrial power applications that require sustained ripple handling and long operational life.

Key attributes include snap‑in mounting for secure board installation, long life endurance of 5000 hours at 105°C, wide operating temperature range (−40°C to 105°C), and RoHS compliance—making it suitable for reliable power smoothing, bulk energy storage, and ballast or industrial power supply designs.

Key Features

• High Capacitance: 10,000 µF nominal capacitance (±20% tolerance) for bulk energy storage and smoothing on low‑voltage rails.
• Rated Voltage: 16 V working voltage suitable for common DC bus and power rail applications.
• Long Life Endurance: Rated for 5000 hours at 105°C under rated ripple conditions, supporting designs that require extended reliable operation.
• Ripple Current Performance: Low‑frequency ripple current 2.2 A (120 Hz) and high‑frequency ripple current 2.53 A (50 kHz), enabling effective ripple attenuation in both mains‑frequency and higher‑frequency environments.
• Leakage and Loss Characteristics: Specified leakage current of 1.2 mA and tan δ of 0.50 (max at 16 V, 120 Hz, 20°C), allowing predictable behavior in power filtering circuits.
• Robust Temperature Range: Operates from −40°C to 105°C to support industrial ambient conditions.
• Snap‑in Package: Radial, can snap‑in termination provides secure mechanical mounting for high‑vibration or heavy‑current assemblies; packaged for mass production with tray packing.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Industrial Power Supplies: Bulk filtering and smoothing on DC rails where sustained ripple handling and long life at elevated temperature are required.
• Ballasts: Energy storage and ripple suppression in ballast circuits, leveraging the LGY series’ stated suitability for ballast applications.
• General Purpose Power Electronics: Bulk decoupling and energy reservoir for motor drives, converters, and other low‑voltage power modules.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for Long Service Life: 5000‑hour endurance at 105°C provides predictable aging behavior for long‑life industrial designs.
• High Ripple Handling: Rated ripple currents at both low and high frequencies reduce temperature rise and improve reliability in filter networks.
• Compact, High‑Capacity Footprint: 10,000 µF in a 22 mm × 30 mm can delivers substantial bulk capacitance where board space is limited.
• Secure Snap‑in Mounting: Snap‑in termination simplifies mechanical retention and board assembly for high‑current or vibration‑prone systems.
• Predictable Electrical Behavior: Specified leakage current and tan δ values allow accurate thermal and performance budgeting in power designs.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance supports environmental and end‑product regulatory needs.

Why Choose LGY1C103MELZ30?

LGY1C103MELZ30 combines high capacitance, proven long‑life endurance, and solid ripple performance in a compact snap‑in package. It is positioned for engineers and procurement teams building industrial power supplies, ballasts, and other low‑voltage power systems that require robust bulk energy storage and predictable long‑term performance.

Choosing this Nichicon LGY series part delivers a balance of capacitance density, thermal endurance (−40°C to 105°C), and mounting reliability, supporting designs that demand uptime and consistent ripple attenuation over extended service intervals.

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