UHV1C221MED

The UHV1C221MED is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s UHV series, rated 220 µF at 16 V. It delivers a compact footprint (φ6.3 × 11 mm) and a low-impedance characteristic targeted for general-purpose electronic designs that require high ripple tolerance and reliable operation across a wide temperature range.

Designed for continuous operation from −40°C to 105°C with a rated life of 5000 hours at 105°C, this capacitor is suited to applications where compact size, high ripple-current capability and stable performance at elevated temperatures are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 220 µF capacitance with a 16 V rated voltage and tolerance of −20% to +20% for predictable bulk energy storage.
• Low Impedance / High-Frequency Performance — Part of the UHV series engineered for lower impedance at high frequency, supporting stable decoupling and ripple handling in AC and switching environments.
• High Ripple Current — Rated ripple currents of 275 mA at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 550 mA at 100 kHz (high frequency) to support power-supply filtering and switching applications.
• Thermal Endurance — Operational temperature range −40°C to 105°C with a life rating of 5000 hours at 105°C, providing long-term stability under elevated temperature stress.
• Electrical Loss & Leakage — Tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.15 (measured at 20°C, 120 Hz) and leakage current specified at 35.2 µA for low-loss performance in active circuits.
• Compact Radial Package — φ6.3 × 11 mm aluminum can with 2.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm) and radial leads for through-hole mounting; available in bulk or bag packing (no terminal forming).
• RoHS Compliant — Manufactured in compliance with RoHS directives as indicated for the UHV series.

Typical Applications

• General-purpose power electronics — Use for smoothing and bulk decoupling where compact size and elevated ripple current capability are needed.
• Switching power supplies and converters — Supports high-frequency ripple handling due to the UHV series’ low-impedance behavior at high frequencies.
• Industrial and consumer equipment — Suitable for boards and modules operating across −40°C to 105°C with extended life expectations.

Unique Advantages

• Compact energy density — 220 µF in a φ6.3 × 11 mm can minimizes board area while providing useful bulk capacitance.
• Designed for ripple-heavy environments — Specified ripple currents at both low and high frequencies enable reliable performance in switching and high-frequency circuits.
• Stable across temperature — Rated for −40°C to 105°C and 5000 hours at 105°C, supporting long-term operation in warm environments.
• Low electrical loss — tan δ of 0.15 (20°C, 120 Hz) keeps dissipation low in AC/stressed conditions.
• Through-hole form factor — Radial lead package with 2.5 mm lead spacing simplifies prototyping and replacement in board-level designs.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS-compliant manufacturing supports regulatory requirements for many industrial and commercial products.

Why Choose UHV1C221MED?

UHV1C221MED offers a balance of compact footprint, high ripple capability and thermal endurance for general-purpose power and filtering tasks. Its low-impedance behavior at higher frequencies and defined ripple-current ratings make it a practical choice for designers who need reliable smoothing and decoupling in constrained spaces.

This part is appropriate for engineers and procurement teams specifying through-hole electrolytic capacitors for equipment that must operate across a broad temperature range and sustain elevated ripple stress over extended service life.

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