UBW1C222MHD

The UBW1C222MHD is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a nominal capacitance of 2200 µF and a rated voltage of 16 V. Designed for demanding thermal environments, it supports an operating temperature range of -55°C to +135°C and is specified for long-life operation.

With AEC-Q200 rating indicated in the product data and robust endurance characteristics, this capacitor targets automotive and other high-temperature, long-life applications where high ripple handling, low impedance, and reliability are required.

Key Features

• High capacitance: 2200 µF nominal capacitance for bulk energy storage and smoothing in power rails.
• Rated voltage: 16 V rated voltage suitable for low-voltage power systems.
• Wide temperature range: Specified from -55°C to +135°C to support high-temperature operation.
• Long endurance: Life rating of 3000 hours at 135°C, supporting extended high-temperature duty cycles.
• Low impedance: Impedance of 24 mΩ to help minimize voltage drop and improve transient response.
• High ripple current capability: Low-frequency ripple current 1.541 A (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current 2.3 A (10 kHz), enabling effective smoothing across a range of switching frequencies.
• Leakage and dissipation: Leakage current specified at 1056 µA and tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.18 (measured at 20°C, 120 Hz).
• Radial lead package: φ16 × 25L can with 7.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm) for through-hole mounting and straightforward assembly; available in bulk or bag packing.
• AEC-Q200 indicated: Product data lists AEC-Q200, aligning with automotive-focused qualification requirements.

Typical Applications

• Automotive power electronics: Suitable for use in automotive power circuits where elevated temperature range and endurance are required.
• Automotive control modules: Low impedance and high ripple current capability support decoupling and smoothing in control and ECU applications.
• Under-hood/high-temperature locations: The -55°C to +135°C operating range and 3000 h endurance at 135°C make it appropriate for high-temperature environments within automotive systems.

Unique Advantages

• Temperature resilience: Rated to +135°C, enabling operation in environments that stress conventional capacitors.
• Extended high-temperature life: 3000 hours at 135°C provides a quantifiable endurance metric for long-term designs.
• High ripple handling across frequencies: Specified ripple currents at 120 Hz and 10 kHz help ensure stability in both low-frequency and switching-power applications.
• Compact through-hole form factor: φ16 × 25L radial can with 7.5 mm lead spacing simplifies replacement and prototyping in legacy and serviceable designs.
• Measurable electrical performance: Low impedance (24 mΩ) and defined tan δ (0.18) offer predictable behavior for power delivery and filtering design calculations.

Why Choose UBW1C222MHD?

UBW1C222MHD is positioned for designs that require a blend of high capacitance, thermal endurance, and measurable electrical performance. Its specified operating range to +135°C, 3000-hour life rating at elevated temperature, AEC-Q200 indication, and strong ripple current capability make it a practical choice for engineers tackling high-temperature automotive power and control applications.

For teams designing robust, long-lived systems, this capacitor provides verifiable parameters—capacitance, impedance, ripple current, leakage, and endurance—that simplify selection and reliability planning while retaining a standard radial-lead package for straightforward implementation.

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