UCY2G470MHD3

The UCY2G470MHD3 from Nichicon is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the UCY series, offering 47 µF capacitance at a 400 V rating. It is designed for applications requiring high ripple handling and extended endurance in compact radial-can packaging.

Engineered for demanding power applications, this polarized capacitor provides high-frequency and low-frequency ripple current capability, long operational life at elevated temperature, and AEC-Q200 qualification for robustness in regulated environments.

Key Features

• Electrical rating: 47 µF capacitance with a 400 V rated voltage and polarization specified for DC applications.
• Ripple current capability: Low-frequency ripple current 590 mA at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current 1.18 A at 100 kHz, enabling reliable filtering under varying ripple conditions.
• Endurance and temperature range: Rated life of 10,000 hours at 105°C and an operating temperature range of −40°C to +105°C for long-term stability in elevated-temperature environments.
• Electrical characteristics: Capacitance tolerance −20% to +20% and tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.24 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz; leakage current specified at 852 µA.
• Compact radial package: Can-style radial lead package with dimensions φ18 × 20 mm length and 7.5 mm lead spacing to fit through-hole power boards and assemblies.
• Quality and compliance: AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant, supporting use where recognized reliability standards are required.
• Packaging options: Supplied in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing for flexible handling in production and prototyping.

Typical Applications

• Power supplies: Bulk and output filtering in high-voltage DC power supplies where 400 V rating and high ripple capability are required.
• Ballasts and lighting drivers: Filtering and smoothing in ballast circuits, leveraging the capacitor’s high ripple current performance.
• Automotive power electronics: Use in automotive modules and systems requiring AEC-Q200-qualified components and elevated-temperature endurance.

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage, compact solution: 400 V rating in a φ18 × 20 mm radial can provides significant voltage headroom in a small footprint.
• Dual-frequency ripple handling: Specified ripple current at both 120 Hz and 100 kHz supports designs that encounter a wide frequency range of ripple sources.
• Long life at elevated temperature: 10,000-hour endurance at 105°C offers predictable aging characteristics and extended service life in hot environments.
• Certified reliability: AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance provide traceable quality and environmental conformity for regulated designs.
• Practical mounting and packing: Radial-lead format with 7.5 mm lead spacing and bulk/bag packing eases through-hole assembly and handling during manufacturing.

Why Choose UCY2G470MHD3?

The UCY2G470MHD3 combines a high voltage rating, measurable ripple-current performance at both low and high frequencies, and proven endurance at 105°C, making it a suitable choice for power-focused designs that need reliable filtering and smoothing in a compact radial package. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance further support use in regulated and quality-sensitive applications.

This capacitor is ideal for engineers specifying through-hole power capacitors for supplies, ballasts, and automotive power modules who require clear, verifiable electrical and endurance data from a recognized manufacturer.

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