UPA0J152MPD

The UPA0J152MPD is a Nichicon UPA-series miniature aluminum electrolytic capacitor in a radial lead, can-style package. It delivers 1.5 mF capacitance at a 6.3 V rating with low impedance and elevated ripple-current capability designed for power filtering and energy smoothing in compact power designs.

Engineered for switching power supplies and general-purpose power electronics, this high-reliability part offers a wide operating temperature range and long endurance for sustained operation in demanding thermal environments.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1.5 mF (1500 µF) nominal capacitance at 6.3 V rated voltage with capacitance tolerance -20% to 20%.
• Low impedance — Specified impedance of 88 mΩ supports effective ripple suppression and stable power rail decoupling.
• High ripple-current capability — Low-frequency ripple current 1.037 A at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current 1.22 A at 10 kHz to handle combined DC bias and AC ripple in switching supply outputs.
• Endurance and temperature range — Rated for 3000 hours at 105°C and an operating temperature range of -55°C to +105°C for long-term reliability in elevated operating environments.
• Loss characteristics — tan δ (DF) max 0.22 at 20°C, 120 Hz for 6.3 V units; note that for capacitances >1000 µF an additional 0.02 is applied to the tan δ limit per the series specification.
• Form factor and mounting — Radial lead, polarized can (φ8 × 20 mm) with 3.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm), suitable for through-hole PCB mounting and bulk or bag packing options.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies — Bulk and output filtering where high ripple current and low impedance reduce voltage ripple on DC rails.
• Power Modules — Decoupling and energy storage in compact power assemblies that benefit from a smaller case size and radial through-hole mounting.
• Industrial Control Electronics — Filtering and smoothing in controllers and converters operating across a wide temperature range (-55°C to 105°C).

Unique Advantages

• Compact high-capacitance package — 1500 µF in a φ8 × 20 mm can delivers substantial capacitance in a small footprint for space-constrained boards.
• Measured low impedance (88 mΩ) — Directly supports lower ripple voltages and improved dynamic performance in power circuits.
• Robust ripple handling — Specified ripple currents at both low and high frequencies enable reliable operation in switching environments across a range of frequencies.
• Extended endurance at elevated temperature — 3000 hours at 105°C provides predictable lifetime behavior for long-term designs.
• Through-hole radial lead form — Simplifies assembly for wave or manual soldering and provides mechanical stability in rugged applications.
• Regulatory readiness — RoHS compliance supports use in applications requiring restricted-substance conformance.

Why Choose UPA0J152MPD?

UPA0J152MPD positions itself as a compact, high-capacitance radial aluminum electrolytic solution for power designers who need reliable filtering and energy storage in constrained spaces. With low impedance, rated ripple-current performance at both 120 Hz and 10 kHz, and 3000-hour endurance at 105°C, it is suited to switching power supplies, power modules, and industrial electronics where thermal and ripple stress are concerns.

This part is ideal for engineers seeking a through-hole, polarized capacitor that balances size and performance while maintaining predictable lifetime behavior and RoHS compliance. The Nichicon UPA series pedigree provides consistent specification detail for integration and BOM planning.

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