LLS1C223MELZ

The LLS1C223MELZ is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap‑in terminal can designed for general‑purpose use. It delivers 22 mF capacitance at a 16 V rating and is specified for operation from −40 °C to 85 °C.

Engineered for durability under continuous ripple stress, this snap‑in capacitor withstands 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85 °C and offers high ripple current capability at both low and high frequencies, making it suitable for a wide range of general‑purpose electronic applications.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 22 mF nominal capacitance with a rated voltage of 16 V and capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20%.
• Snap‑in Can Package: Radial, can snap‑in mounting for secure board attachment and easy installation in general‑purpose equipment.
• Temperature Range & Endurance: Operating temperature −40 °C to 85 °C with endurance verified for 3000 hours at 85 °C under DC bias plus rated ripple current.
• High Ripple Current Capability: Rated ripple current of 4.52 A at 120 Hz and 5.198 A at 50 kHz to support sustained ripple conditions.
• Loss and Leakage Characteristics: Maximum tan δ of 0.50 at 16 V (measured at 120 Hz, 20 °C). Leakage current defined as I ≤ 3√CV (μA) after 5 minutes at 20 °C.
• Shelf Life & Recovery: Meets shelf‑life criteria after 1000 hours at 85 °C followed by voltage treatment, with capacitance change within ±15% per datasheet conditions.
• RoHS Compliant: Conforms to the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Polarized Design: Polarized aluminum electrolytic construction for bulk energy storage and general‑purpose circuit needs.
• Physical Size: Body dimensions L: 5 × D: 2.2 cm, packaged as a radial snap‑in can.

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose circuits — Intended for general‑purpose electronics that require a 22 mF, 16 V snap‑in aluminum electrolytic capacitor with proven ripple endurance.
• Equipment requiring sustained ripple endurance — Designed for applications where components face continuous ripple stress at elevated temperature (endurance validated at 85 °C for 3000 hours).
• Boards needing a snap‑in, radial can solution — Suited to assemblies that use snap‑in mounting for secure mechanical retention and straightforward assembly.

Unique Advantages

• Proven long‑duration ripple endurance: Specified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85 °C, supporting designs that operate under continuous ripple conditions.
• High ripple current capability across frequencies: Provides 4.52 A at 120 Hz and 5.198 A at 50 kHz, enabling reliable performance at both low and high ripple frequencies.
• Wide operating temperature window: −40 °C to 85 °C rating accommodates a broad range of general‑purpose environments.
• Measurable electrical limits: Leakage current defined by I ≤ 3√CV (μA) and a specified tan δ limit (0.50 at 16 V), allowing predictable design margins.
• RoHS compliance: Meets current RoHS requirements for environmentally restricted substances.
• Series‑level quality controls: Endurance and shelf‑life specifications (capacitance and tan δ limits after stress) provide verifiable long‑term behavior per the datasheet.

Why Choose LLS1C223MELZ?

LLS1C223MELZ positions itself as a reliable, general‑purpose snap‑in aluminum electrolytic capacitor that combines substantial capacitance (22 mF) at a 16 V rating with validated ripple endurance at elevated temperature. Its defined electrical characteristics (tan δ, leakage current formula, and ripple current ratings) and RoHS compliance make it a straightforward selection for engineers who need predictable behavior and verified longevity in assemblies using snap‑in cans.

This part is well suited to designers and buyers seeking a robust, series‑backed aluminum electrolytic capacitor for general‑purpose equipment and board‑level solutions where sustained ripple performance, clear electrical specifications, and compliance are required.

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