LLS2D821MELA

The Nichicon LLS2D821MELA is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor from the LLS series featuring a snap‑in terminal radial can. It is a polarized, general‑purpose capacitor rated at 820 µF and 200 V, designed for applications that require a robust, board‑mountable bulk capacitance solution.

Engineered for durability under ripple stress, this capacitor withstands 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85 °C and is RoHS compliant. Its operating temperature range is −40 °C to +85 °C, making it suitable for a variety of standard electronic environments.

Key Features

• Electrical Capacity: 820 µF capacitance with a tolerance of −20% to +20%, providing substantial bulk energy storage for general‑purpose designs.
• Rated Voltage: 200 V working voltage appropriate for higher‑voltage DC circuits within the product’s specified range.
• Snap‑in Radial Can Package: Snap‑in terminal, radial can construction for secure PCB mounting and mechanical stability in through‑hole assemblies.
• Temperature Range: Specified operating range from −40 °C to +85 °C, aligned with the LLS series category temperature for this voltage class.
• Ripple Endurance: Qualified to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85 °C, supporting long‑term ripple handling in demanding applications.
• Ripple Current Ratings: 2.79 A at 120 Hz and 4.185 A at 50 kHz, providing documented ripple performance across low and high frequency conditions.
• Loss and Leakage Characteristics: Series specifications include a tan δ limit (0.15 at 200 V) and a leakage current limit defined by I ≤ 3√CV (μA) after 5 minutes at 20 °C.
• Reliability and Shelf Life: Endurance and shelf‑life performance per LLS series specifications (3000 hours endurance at 85 °C; shelf‑life test condition noted in series documentation).
• RoHS Compliant: Conforms to RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), meeting common regulatory requirements for lead‑free assemblies.
• Compact Footprint: Physical size documented as L: 3.5 × D: 2.5 cm for layout and mechanical planning.

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose electronic circuits — Provides bulk capacitance and energy storage where a polarized aluminum electrolytic component is required.
• Snap‑in PCB assemblies — Suited to through‑hole PCBs that use snap‑in radial can capacitors for secure mounting and ease of assembly.
• High‑ripple environments — Designed for circuits that demand sustained ripple current capability, with verified endurance at 85 °C.

Unique Advantages

• Proven ripple endurance: Documented ability to withstand 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85 °C reduces the need for frequent component replacement in ripple‑intensive circuits.
• High working voltage: 200 V rating expands applicability into higher‑voltage designs that require reliable bulk capacitance.
• Clear ripple current data: Specified ripple current at both 120 Hz and 50 kHz allows designers to evaluate performance across frequency ranges.
• Industry‑standard mounting: Snap‑in radial can format simplifies mechanical retention and board layout in through‑hole assemblies.
• Regulatory readiness: RoHS compliance supports use in lead‑free manufacturing environments.
• Documented dielectric performance: Series‑level tan δ and leakage current specifications provide measurable loss and leakage limits for design validation.

Why Choose LLS2D821MELA?

The LLS2D821MELA combines a substantial 820 µF capacitance with a 200 V rating in a snap‑in radial can package from Nichicon’s LLS series. Its documented ripple endurance (3000 hours at 85 °C) and specified ripple current values make it a practical choice for designers seeking a reliable, board‑mountable aluminum electrolytic for general‑purpose electronic designs.

Choose this part when you need a polarized aluminum electrolytic with clear, verifiable specifications for capacitance, voltage, ripple handling, temperature range, and regulatory compliance—backed by the LLS series documentation for endurance and electrical characteristics.

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