UCY2E470MHD3

The UCY2E470MHD3 from Nichicon is a miniature, radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the UCY high-reliability series. It delivers 47 µF capacitance at a 250 V rating and is designed for applications requiring sustained ripple handling and long operational life at elevated temperatures.

This part is targeted for power electronics and automotive markets, offering high ripple current capability, AEC-Q200 qualification, and a rated endurance of 10,000 hours at +105°C for demanding environments.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 47 µF nominal capacitance with a 250 V rated voltage and capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20%.
• High-Ripple Capability — Low-frequency ripple current 490 mA (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current 980 mA (100 kHz), supporting power supply and ballast loads.
• Long Endurance — Rated life of 10,000 hours at +105°C under specified load conditions.
• Temperature Range — Operates from −40°C to +105°C for reliability across a wide ambient range.
• Loss Characteristics — Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) 0.20 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz (rated voltage condition).
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 570 µA after 1 minute’s application at 20°C (per product specification).
• Package & Mounting — Radial lead can, size φ12.5 × 20L, lead spacing 5.0 mm (lead spacing tolerance ±0.5 mm); available in bulk or bag packing.
• Qualification & Compliance — AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant for regulated environments.

Typical Applications

• Power Supplies — Bulk filtering and energy storage in DC power modules where sustained ripple handling is required.
• Ballasts — AC/DC ballast circuits benefiting from the capacitor’s high ripple current capacity and long life at elevated temperature.
• Automotive Electronic Systems — Electronic control modules and power electronics in automotive applications, supported by AEC-Q200 qualification and extended temperature rating.

Unique Advantages

• Designed for sustained high-temperature operation: 10,000-hour endurance at +105°C provides predictable aging and long-term stability in hot environments.
• High ripple handling across frequencies: Specified ripple currents at both 120 Hz and 100 kHz enable reliable performance in low- and high-frequency power circuits.
• Automotive-ready qualification: AEC-Q200 qualification supports use in vehicle electronic systems where industry-level reliability is required.
• Compact radial can form factor: φ12.5 × 20 mm package with 5 mm lead spacing delivers a space-efficient solution for through-hole assemblies.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliance ensures suitability for designs subject to restricted substance regulations.

Why Choose UCY2E470MHD3?

The UCY2E470MHD3 balances compact packaging with high ripple capability and long life at elevated temperatures, making it well suited for power electronics and automotive electronics that require dependable bulk capacitance. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance make it appropriate for regulated, high-reliability designs.

Choose this capacitor when your design requires predictable endurance at +105°C, proven ripple performance across frequency ranges, and a compact radial-lead form factor for through-hole assembly.

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