UKT1A472MHD

The UKT1A472MHD is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's UKT series, engineered for audio and general electronic equipment requiring high bulk capacitance at low voltage. It delivers 4700 µF at 10 V with a compact φ12.5 × 35.5 mm can and a 5 mm lead spacing, offering substantial energy storage and filtering capability in a small radial package.

Designed for rugged operating conditions, the part supports a wide temperature range and defined endurance, making it suitable for power smoothing and decoupling in audio applications where sustained ripple handling and thermal reliability matter.

Key Features

• High Capacitance — 4700 µF nominal capacitance for extended energy storage and low-frequency filtering in power rails.
• Low-Voltage Operation — Rated for 10 V to support low-voltage audio power supplies and DC bus applications.
• Tolerance and Loss — ±20% capacitance tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C and a specified tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.32 at 20°C, 120 Hz.
• Ripple Current Capability — Handles 1.3 A at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 1.495 A at 10 kHz (high frequency), enabling effective smoothing under AC ripple load.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 1410 µA for predictable standby and idle behavior.
• Robust Thermal Endurance — Rated for operation from −55°C to 105°C with a 1000-hour endurance at 105°C.
• Package and Mounting — Radial lead (can) package, φ12.5 × 35.5 mm dimensions, 5 mm lead spacing; available in bulk/bag packing.
• Environmental and Quality — RoHS compliant and part of Nichicon’s UKT series designed for audio equipment; AEC-Q200 listed in specifications.

Typical Applications

• Audio Amplifiers and Power Supplies — Bulk energy storage and ripple smoothing for low-voltage audio power rails, improving supply stability under dynamic load.
• Speaker Crossovers and Filters — Large capacitance for frequency-shaping networks and low-frequency filtering in speaker systems.
• General Audio Equipment — Designed for use in consumer and professional audio electronics where wide temperature range and sustained ripple handling are required.

Unique Advantages

• Compact High-Capacity Solution — 4700 µF in a φ12.5 × 35.5 mm radial can minimizes board space while delivering significant charge storage.
• Defined Ripple Performance — Rated ripple currents at both low (120 Hz) and high (10 kHz) frequencies provide predictable performance across audio-relevant spectra.
• Wide Temperature Endurance — −55°C to 105°C operating range and 1000-hour life at 105°C support demanding environmental conditions and sustained thermal stress.
• Industry-Grade Qualification — AEC-Q200 listed in the product specification set, supporting use cases that require standardized component stress testing.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets environmental compliance for lead-free manufacturing and assembly.
• Radial Lead Convenience — 5 mm lead spacing and standard radial can style simplify through-hole mounting and prototyping workflows.

Why Choose UKT1A472MHD?

The UKT1A472MHD combines large capacitance, well-defined ripple handling, and a wide operating temperature range in a compact radial package—attributes that align with the needs of audio designers and power-supply engineers. Its endurance rating at elevated temperature and detailed loss and leakage specifications enable predictable design margins for long-term operation.

Ideal for audio power smoothing, filtering, and decoupling in devices exposed to varying thermal conditions, this Nichicon UKT series part provides a balance of energy density, thermal robustness, and component-level qualification that supports reliable, production-ready designs.

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