UCS2C100MPD

The UCS2C100MPD is a miniature, radial-leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s UCS series, optimized for high ripple current and long-term reliability. It delivers a 10 µF capacitance at 160 V in a compact 10 × 16 mm can, making it suitable for space-constrained power electronics.

Designed for power supply and ballast applications as well as general-purpose use, this part combines high ripple capability with extended load life and RoHS compliance for robust, environmentally conscious system designs.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 10 µF rated capacitance at 160 V, with a tolerance of ±20% (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• High Ripple Current — Rated ripple current 320 mArms at 105°C / 100 kHz and 160 mA at 120 Hz, supporting demanding AC ripple conditions in power circuits.
• Miniature Radial Can Package — Compact 10 × 16 mm case (L: 1.6 cm × D: 1.0 cm) with 5.0 mm lead spacing for radial-lead mounting in tight layouts.
• Long Life & Reliability — Load-life performance of 8,000 to 10,000 hours at +105°C, providing extended service life under elevated temperature and bias.
• Wide Operating Temperature — Rated for −40°C to +105°C operation to accommodate industrial and commercial environments.
• Leakage and Loss Characteristics — Leakage current specified as not more than 0.04CV + 100 µA after 1 minute at 20°C; tan δ max 0.20 at 160 V (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• RoHS Compliant — Conforms to RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for reduced hazardous substances.

Typical Applications

• Power Supplies — Bulk and decoupling capacitor roles where high ripple tolerance and compact size reduce board area while maintaining performance.
• Ballasts — Suited to ballast circuits that require capacitors rated for extended load life at elevated temperature and continuous ripple conditions.
• General-Purpose Industrial Electronics — Use in control, driver and auxiliary power circuits that benefit from a long-life, high-ripple radial electrolytic.

Unique Advantages

• Compact footprint with adequate capacitance — 10 µF in a 10 × 16 mm can enables smaller board area without sacrificing filtering capability.
• High ripple handling — 320 mArms at 100 kHz supports modern switching regulator and high-frequency ripple environments.
• Extended elevated-temperature life — 8,000–10,000 hours at +105°C reduces maintenance and replacement frequency in high-temperature applications.
• Predictable leakage behavior — Clear leakage current specification aids margining in power designs and startup sequencing.
• Industry-standard radial mounting — 5 mm lead spacing and radial can package simplify assembly and replacement in through-hole designs.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS conformity supports environmentally driven product requirements.

Why Choose UCS2C100MPD?

The UCS2C100MPD balances compact size, high ripple capability and long elevated-temperature life to address demanding power-filtering needs in power supplies, ballasts and general-purpose industrial electronics. Its clear electrical specifications—capacitance, voltage rating, ripple current, leakage current formula and temperature range—make it straightforward to specify and design into production systems.

Manufactured by Nichicon and built on the UCS series platform, this capacitor suits engineers seeking a robust, radial-lead electrolytic for applications that require sustained performance under high ripple and temperature stress while meeting RoHS requirements.

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