UBT1C102MHD

The UBT1C102MHD is a Nichicon UBT series aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a radial can package, offering 1000 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating with polarized leads. It is engineered for high-temperature environments with an operating range of −40 °C to +125 °C and an endurance rating of 10,000 hours at 125 °C.

Designed for automotive and other heavy-duty electronics, this component provides high capacitance in a compact φ12.5 × 20 mm can with 5 mm lead spacing, delivering robust ripple-handling and long-term reliability for power-filtering and smoothing applications.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Tolerance — 1000 µF nominal capacitance with ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20 °C.
• Voltage Rating & Polarization — Rated for 16 V DC and specified as a polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor.
• High-Temperature Endurance — Rated for operation from −40 °C to +125 °C with a rated life of 10,000 hours at 125 °C.
• Ripple Current Capability — Low-frequency ripple current 998.3 mA (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current 1.49 A (100 kHz), enabling effective smoothing of DC rails under varied switching conditions.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 480 µA after rated voltage is applied, supporting predictable bias behavior.
• Compact Radial Can Package — φ12.5 × 20 mm can with 5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm) and radial lead mounting for through-hole assembly. Available in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing.
• Automotive Qualification & Compliance — AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant, aligning with automotive electronic component requirements.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — Power rail smoothing and decoupling in systems that require durable, high-temperature components.
• Power Supply Modules — Input/output filtering and energy storage in DC–DC converters and power regulators operating at elevated temperatures.
• Embedded Control Electronics — Bulk capacitance for microcontroller power stability and transient suppression in harsh environments.

Unique Advantages

• Long High‑Temperature Life: 10,000 hours at 125 °C supports sustained performance in high-temperature applications, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
• High Capacitance in a Small Footprint: 1000 µF in a φ12.5 × 20 mm can provides substantial energy storage while conserving board space.
• Robust Ripple Handling: Measured ripple currents at 120 Hz and 100 kHz (998.3 mA and 1.49 A) help maintain low ripple voltage across a range of operating frequencies.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification: AEC-Q200 qualification and explicit automotive application intent support use in vehicle electronics designs.
• Predictable Leakage Behavior: Specified leakage current of 480 µA enables deterministic bias considerations during system design.
• Through‑Hole, Serviceable Package: Radial lead configuration with defined 5 mm lead spacing simplifies prototyping, assembly, and replacement when needed.

Why Choose UBT1C102MHD?

UBT1C102MHD combines high capacitance, proven high-temperature endurance, and automotive-grade qualification in a compact radial-can package. Its specified ripple performance, leakage characteristics, and 10,000-hour life at 125 °C make it well suited for designers specifying reliable bulk capacitance and power filtering under elevated-temperature stress.

This part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams working on automotive and heavy-duty electronic systems that require durable, predictable electrolytic capacitance with through-hole mounting and clear specification data for system qualification.

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