LLS1V183MELC

The LLS1V183MELC is a snap-in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor from the Nichicon LLS series designed for general-purpose power applications. It delivers 18 mF capacitance at a 35 V rating in a radial can with snap-in mounting, and is optimized for durability under rated ripple current at elevated temperature.

Engineered for reliability in standard 85°C environments, this polarized capacitor offers long-term ripple endurance and RoHS compliance for commercial and industrial designs requiring robust bulk capacitance with convenient snap-in assembly.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 18 mF rated capacitance at 35 V with ±20% tolerance for bulk energy storage and decoupling in DC circuits.
• Endurance under Ripple — Specified to withstand 3000 hours application of rated ripple current at 85°C, supporting sustained operation under continuous AC ripple on DC bias.
• Rated Ripple Current — Rated ripple current of 5.71 A at 120 Hz and 6.566 A at 50 kHz, enabling selection for designs with significant ripple demands.
• Package & Mounting — Radial can with snap-in terminals for secure mechanical mounting and straightforward PCB insertion.
• Operating Temperature — Specified operating range from −40°C to +85°C to accommodate a wide range of ambient conditions.
• Polarized Design — Polarized aluminum electrolytic construction for DC power applications.
• Regulatory Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Physical Size — Compact radial can with dimensions L: 4 × D: 3.5 cm for density-sensitive assemblies.

Typical Applications

• General Purpose Power Systems — Use where a polarized 18 mF, 35 V snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitor is required for bulk capacitance or smoothing in DC circuits.
• Industrial Equipment — Suitable for designs that require sustained ripple handling at elevated ambient temperatures up to 85°C.
• Power Supply Modules — Intended for modules that need snap-in mounting and reliable long-term ripple endurance.

Unique Advantages

• Proven Ripple Endurance — Rated to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85°C, helping maintain capacitance and electrical stability over extended operation.
• High Ripple Current Capability — Specified ripple currents of 5.71 A (120 Hz) and 6.566 A (50 kHz) support applications with significant AC components on DC lines.
• Compact Snap-in Form — Radial, snap-in can simplifies mechanical installation while providing substantial capacitance in a compact footprint (L: 4 × D: 3.5 cm).
• Wide Ambient Range — −40°C to +85°C operating range suits a variety of commercial and industrial environments.
• Regulatory Compliance — RoHS-compliant construction supports restricted-substance requirements in many markets.
• Manufacturer Quality — Part of the Nichicon LLS series, offering traceable specification consistency across the series for design continuity.

Why Choose LLS1V183MELC?

LLS1V183MELC is positioned as a reliable, general-purpose solution when a polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor with snap-in mounting, substantial capacitance (18 mF), and strong ripple endurance at 85°C is required. Its specified ripple current ratings and 3000-hour endurance provide verifiable performance data for designs that must tolerate continuous ripple over time.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams specifying components for commercial and industrial power assemblies that demand durable bulk capacitance, RoHS compliance, and straightforward board-level mounting in a compact radial can.

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