LLS2E102MELC

The LLS2E102MELC is a Nichicon LLS series aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a snap‑in, radial can package. It is a polarized, general‑purpose capacitor rated at 250 V with 1000 µF nominal capacitance and ±20% tolerance.

Designed for applications requiring sustained ripple handling and long endurance at elevated temperatures, this part withstands 3000 hours of rated ripple current at 85°C, is RoHS‑compliant, and is available in tray packing for production use.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage – 1000 µF nominal capacitance with a 250 V rated DC voltage and ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Package & Mounting – Snap‑in radial can package for secure board mounting and mechanical stability in through‑hole assemblies.
• Temperature Range – Operates from −40°C to +85°C, suitable for a range of general‑purpose electronic environments.
• Endurance – Specified to withstand 3000 hours of DC bias plus rated ripple current at 85°C with capacitance change within ±20% after recovery to 20°C.
• Ripple Current Performance – Rated ripple current of 3.48 A at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 5.22 A at 50 kHz (high frequency), supporting sustained ripple handling under rated conditions.
• Electrical Losses & Leakage – Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) maximum is 0.15 for 250 V rating; leakage current specified as I ≤ 3√(C·V) µA (after 5 minutes at 20°C), providing predictable electrical behavior.
• Low‑Temperature Impedance – For the 160–250 V range, impedance ratios are specified: Z(−25°C)/Z(+20°C) ≤ 3 and Z(−40°C)/Z(+20°C) ≤ 12, for designers accounting for cold‑start impedance.
• Durability & Shelf Life – Shelf life defined with recovery procedure: after 1000 hours at 85°C (no load) and subsequent voltage treatment, capacitance remains within ±15% of initial value.
• Compliance & Manufacturing – RoHS‑compliant and listed as mass production status; supplied in tray packing for production handling.

Typical Applications

• General‑Purpose Electronic Circuits – Suitable wherever a polarized aluminum electrolytic with 250 V / 1000 µF is required for energy storage or decoupling in general electronic designs.
• Power Handling Modules – Appropriate for circuits that require defined ripple current capability and endurance at 85°C under rated ripple conditions.
• Industrial and Commercial Equipment – A general‑purpose option for equipment designs that demand RoHS compliance and production‑ready packaging.

Unique Advantages

• High Rated Voltage with Large Capacitance: 250 V rating combined with 1000 µF delivers substantial energy storage in a single polarized component.
• Specified Ripple Endurance: Rated ripple current specifications and 3000‑hour endurance at 85°C give predictable performance under sustained ripple stress.
• Clear Electrical Limits: Defined tan δ, leakage current formula, and low‑temperature impedance ratios allow accurate design margining and simulation inputs.
• Production‑Ready Packaging: Tray packing and snap‑in radial construction simplify handling and through‑hole assembly processes.
• RoHS Compliance: Conforms to the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for environmentally restricted substance requirements.
• Documented Shelf and Endurance Behavior: Datasheet endurance and shelf‑life conditions provide a clear qualification path for long‑term reliability planning.

Why Choose LLS2E102MELC?

LLS2E102MELC positions itself as a robust, general‑purpose aluminum electrolytic solution for designs requiring a 250 V, 1000 µF polarized capacitor with documented ripple endurance and temperature performance. With industry‑standard electrical limits (tan δ, leakage current) and specified low‑temperature impedance behavior, it supports predictable integration into power and general electronic designs.

Manufactured by Nichicon and available in mass production with tray packing, this part is suitable for engineers and procurement teams seeking a production‑ready, RoHS‑compliant electrolytic capacitor backed by explicit endurance and shelf‑life specifications.

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