LGY1H562MELA40

The LGY1H562MELA40 is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s LGY long-life assurance series. It provides 5.6 mF capacitance at a 50 V rating in a radial can, designed for general-purpose and industrial power applications.

Engineered for high-temperature endurance and reliable ripple handling, this component is targeted at industrial power supplies and ballast circuits where sustained performance at elevated temperature and continuous ripple current are required. It is RoHS compliant.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Tolerance: 5600 µF nominal with ±20% tolerance (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Rated Voltage: 50 V DC rated voltage suitable for mid-voltage power rails.
• Operating Temperature Range: –40°C to +105°C for high-temperature deployment.
• Long Life Endurance: Designed to withstand 5000 hours of DC bias plus rated ripple current at 105°C with specified post-test limits (capacitance change within ±25%, tan δ and leakage within defined limits).
• Snap-in Radial Can Package: Snap-in terminal mounting for PCB installation with a radial, can-style body (size approximately L: 4 × D: 2.5 cm).
• Ripple Current Capability: Rated ripple current performance includes 2.3 A at 120 Hz and 2.645 A at 50 kHz (frequency-dependent coefficients provided in the LGY series datasheet).
• Leakage Current Specification: Leakage current meets I ≤ 3√(C·V) μA after 5 minutes at 20°C (C in µF, V in V).
• Dissipation Factor (tan δ): Specified maximum tan δ of 0.30 at 50 V (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Low-Temperature Stability: Impedance limits at 120 Hz: Z(–25°C)/Z(+20°C) ≤ 4 and Z(–40°C)/Z(+20°C) ≤ 20 for rated voltages 16–100 V.
• RoHS Compliant: Built to meet RoHS directive requirements.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Power Supplies: Bulk energy storage and smoothing in industrial DC power supplies where high capacitance and sustained ripple-handling at 105°C are needed.
• Ballasts and Lighting Electronics: Designed for ballast circuits as indicated by the LGY series specification, providing stable capacitance under continuous ripple conditions.
• General-Purpose Power Filtering: Bulk filtering and decoupling in general-purpose electronic equipment requiring a polarized aluminum electrolytic solution with snap-in mounting.

Unique Advantages

• Proven High-Temperature Endurance: 5000-hour rated life at 105°C under rated ripple and DC bias provides predictable ageing characteristics for long-term installations.
• High Capacitance in Snap-In Form: 5600 µF in a radial snap-in can offers large bulk capacitance while supporting secure PCB mounting for power assemblies.
• Measurable Ripple Performance: Specified ripple current values at 120 Hz and 50 kHz give clear guidance for thermal and ripple budgeting in designs.
• Standards-Based Leakage and Dissipation Limits: Leakage current defined by I ≤ 3√(C·V) and tan δ limits (≤0.30 at 50 V) support predictable electrical behavior during qualification and operation.
• Wide Environmental Range: –40°C to +105°C operating range and defined low-temperature impedance characteristics help ensure performance across industrial temperature extremes.
• RoHS Compliance: Helps meet regulatory requirements for lead-free assemblies.

Why Choose LGY1H562MELA40?

The LGY1H562MELA40 positions itself as a robust, long-life electrolytic solution for designs that require substantial bulk capacitance, reliable ripple endurance, and elevated temperature capability. Its snap-in radial package simplifies PCB mounting while the LGY series specifications give clear, test-backed endurance and electrical limits.

This part is well suited for engineers designing industrial power supplies, ballast circuitry, and general-purpose power filtering where predictable aging, defined ripple handling, and RoHS compliance are important for long-term reliability and procurement planning.

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