LLS1H822MELC

The LLS1H822MELC is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap-in terminal (radial can) package designed for general-purpose electronic applications. It is a polarized capacitor with a rated capacitance of 8.2 mF and a rated voltage of 50 V.

Engineered for sustained ripple handling, this part withstands 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85°C and operates across a −40°C to +85°C temperature range, providing reliable bulk capacitance and ripple performance for a wide range of general-purpose circuits.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — Rated capacitance 8.2 mF at 50 V with capacitance tolerance of ±20% (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Snap-in Radial Can Package — Snap-in terminal mounting in a radial can package for robust board attachment and through-hole assembly.
• Ripple Current Endurance — Specified to withstand 3000 hours application of rated ripple current at 85°C.
• High Ripple Current Capability — Rated ripple current 4.41 A at 120 Hz and 5.072 A at 50 kHz, enabling effective AC ripple handling under operating conditions.
• Operating Temperature & Lifetime — Operating temperature range −40°C to +85°C with a specified endurance of 3000 hours at 85°C.
• Electrical Loss & Leakage — Maximum tan δ of 0.30 (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C for 50 V rating) and leakage current specified as I ≤ 3√(C·V) μA after 5 minutes at 20°C.
• Polarized Design — Polarized capacitor suitable for DC applications that require electrolytic bulk capacitance.
• RoHS Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Compact Footprint — Physical size L: 3 cm × D: 3.5 cm, with a maximum seated height of 1.181 inch for PCB planning.

Typical Applications

• General-Purpose Electronic Equipment — Bulk capacitance for a variety of general-purpose circuits where polarized aluminum electrolytics are specified.
• Filtering and Energy Storage — Provides bulk energy storage and ripple current handling for filtering stages in power-related circuits.
• Industrial and Commercial Electronics — Suitable for general-purpose use across industrial and commercial electronic equipment operating within −40°C to +85°C.

Unique Advantages

• Proven Ripple Endurance: Rated to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85°C, supporting sustained operation under continuous ripple stress.
• High Ripple Current Capability: Provides 4.41 A at 120 Hz and 5.072 A at 50 kHz, enabling effective AC ripple management in the intended operating envelope.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates from −40°C to +85°C, matching the category temperature range for many general-purpose designs.
• Secure Snap-in Mounting: Snap-in terminals in a radial can package offer robust mechanical retention for through-hole PCBs.
• Standards-Based Electrical Limits: Leakage current follows the I ≤ 3√(C·V) μA rule (after 5 minutes at 20°C) and tan δ is specified for quality control at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS-compliant to current directives for use in regulated supply chains.

Why Choose LLS1H822MELC?

The LLS1H822MELC combines a proven aluminum electrolytic design with snap-in packaging and measurable ripple endurance to deliver reliable bulk capacitance for general-purpose electronic equipment. Its specified ripple current ratings, endurance at elevated temperature, and clear electrical limits make it suitable for designs that require documented performance under continuous ripple stress.

This part is a practical choice for engineers and procurement teams seeking a RoHS-compliant, polarized snap-in electrolytic capacitor with defined lifetime and ripple characteristics, appropriate for a broad range of general-purpose power and filtering applications.

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