LLS2C471MELA

The LLS2C471MELA from Nichicon is a snap‑in terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the LLS series, rated 160 V with a nominal capacitance of 470 µF and ±20% tolerance. It is designed for general‑purpose power applications that require bulk capacitance, DC bias handling and snap‑in mounting for power assemblies.

Key performance characteristics include a low dissipation factor (tan δ 0.15 at 20 °C/120 Hz for the 160 V rating), rated ripple current capability at both low and high frequencies, a 3000‑hour endurance at 85 °C, and RoHS compliance—making it suitable for production environments requiring repeatable, long‑life capacitors in radial snap‑in form.

Key Features

• Electrical Ratings: 470 µF nominal capacitance at 160 V DC with ±20% tolerance (measured at 120 Hz, 20 °C).
• Loss Characteristics: Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) specified at 0.15 maximum for the 160 V rating (measured at 120 Hz, 20 °C), supporting efficient filtration and lower dissipation.
• Ripple Current Capability: Rated ripple current of 1.86 A at 120 Hz and 2.79 A at 50 kHz, suitable for both low‑frequency and higher‑frequency ripple environments.
• Leakage Current: Specified leakage current of 820 µA, measured after rated voltage application at 20 °C.
• Endurance and Reliability: Endurance of 3000 hours at 85 °C under rated ripple and DC bias, per the LLS series specification.
• Operating Range and Polarization: Polarized capacitor rated for operation from −40 °C to +85 °C.
• Package and Mounting: Snap‑in terminal radial can (φ25×25L / 2.5 cm × 2.5 cm), supplied in tray packing and in mass production status for volume builds.
• Regulatory: RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Power Supply Filtering: Bulk smoothing and decoupling in DC power supplies where a 160 V rating and 470 µF capacitance are required.
• Power Conversion Modules: Energy storage and ripple handling in power converters and intermediate DC buses that require sustained ripple endurance.
• Industrial Power Assemblies: Snap‑in mounting facilitates secure installation in rack‑mount and cabinet power assemblies for general‑purpose industrial equipment.

Unique Advantages

• Rated for 160 V DC: Provides a higher working voltage option for designs needing 160 V capability without increasing capacitance footprint.
• Measured Low Loss (tan δ 0.15): Lower dissipation factor at 120 Hz improves efficiency in filtering applications and reduces internal heating under AC ripple.
• Dual‑Frequency Ripple Ratings: Specified ripple currents at both 120 Hz and 50 kHz give designers clear performance expectations across common ripple spectra.
• Long Endurance: 3000‑hour life at 85 °C under rated conditions supports long service intervals and predictable life in continuous‑operation equipment.
• Production‑Ready Packaging: Tray packing and mass production availability streamline procurement and assembly for volume manufacturing.
• RoHS Compliance: Meets restriction of hazardous substances requirements for compliant product builds.

Why Choose LLS2C471MELA?

LLS2C471MELA pairs a practical 470 µF capacitance with a 160 V rating in a snap‑in aluminum electrolytic package designed for general‑purpose power applications. Its specified low tan δ, dual‑frequency ripple current ratings, and 3000‑hour endurance at 85 °C provide engineers with verifiable performance data for power supply smoothing, energy storage and ripple mitigation tasks.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the LLS series, this snap‑in capacitor is intended for designs that require robust ripple handling, predictable lifetime under sustained operating conditions, and production‑friendly packaging for assembly lines.

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