LLS1C103MELZ

The LLS1C103MELZ from Nichicon is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the LLS series, rated 10,000 µF at 16 V with ±20% tolerance. Engineered for general‑purpose applications, it delivers high capacitance in a compact snap‑in can package with tray packing for production assembly.

Designed for reliable operation across a wide temperature range (−40°C to +85°C) and specified for 3,000 hours endurance at 85°C under rated ripple current, this part targets designs that require bulk energy storage and robust long‑term performance in polarized circuits.

Key Features

• High Capacitance — 10,000 µF nominal capacitance (10 mF) with ±20% tolerance for bulk energy storage and smoothing in polarized circuits.
• Rated Voltage & Polarization — 16 V rated voltage; polarized construction suitable for DC applications requiring electrolytic bulk capacitance.
• Endurance & Reliability — Specified for 3,000 hours of endurance at 85°C with ripple current applied, meeting the LLS series endurance criteria.
• Ripple Current Performance — 2,890 mA at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 3,324 mA at 50 kHz (high frequency), enabling effective handling of AC ripple across common frequency bands.
• Leakage & Loss Characteristics — Leakage current specified at 1,200 µA and tan δ (loss tangent) up to 0.50 at measurement conditions, providing verifiable electrical parameters for design margining.
• Wide Operating Temperature — Rated for −40°C to +85°C operating temperature range for use across varied ambient conditions.
• Package & Mounting — Snap‑in terminal, radial can (snap‑in) package in φ22 × 30 mm form factor (L: 3 cm × D: 2.2 cm); supplied in tray packing for assembly efficiency.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets RoHS directive requirements for environmental compliance.

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose power modules — Provides bulk capacitance in designs that require a 10,000 µF, 16 V polarized solution with snap‑in mounting.
• Industrial equipment electronics — Suited for assemblies that need a high‑capacitance electrolytic with 3,000 h endurance at 85°C and tray packing for production.
• Board‑mounted energy storage — Snap‑in radial can format offers a compact option where secure mechanical mounting and high capacitance are required.

Unique Advantages

• Large capacitance in a compact snap‑in package: 10,000 µF in a φ22 × 30 mm can supports high bulk storage while minimizing board area.
• Validated ripple handling: Specified ripple currents at both low (2.89 A at 120 Hz) and high (3.324 A at 50 kHz) frequencies provide measurable performance for ripple‑laden DC circuits.
• Long endurance at elevated temperature: 3,000 hours at 85°C under rated conditions offers repeatable life expectations for thermal stress environments.
• Predictable electrical parameters: Defined leakage current (1,200 µA) and tan δ (0.50) let engineers set realistic design margins and perform accurate simulations.
• Production‑friendly packaging: Tray packing and snap‑in terminals facilitate handling and assembly in mass production environments.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliant construction simplifies environmental conformity for assemblies.

Why Choose LLS1C103MELZ?

LLS1C103MELZ combines high bulk capacitance with robust ripple and endurance specifications in a snap‑in aluminum can from Nichicon’s LLS series. Its 16 V rating, long 3,000‑hour endurance at 85°C, and clearly specified leakage and loss characteristics make it a reliable choice for designs that need predictable long‑term performance in polarized circuits.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams specifying general‑purpose electrolytic capacitors for production runs where tray packing, snap‑in mounting, and RoHS compliance are required. The clearly stated electrical and environmental parameters support confident integration into systems needing stable bulk energy storage and smoothing.

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