UPJ0J272MHD6

The UPJ0J272MHD6 is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's UPJ series designed for low-impedance power applications. It is a radial lead, polarized can with 2.7 mF capacitance at 6.3 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance.

Engineered for switching power supplies and general-purpose power filtering, this capacitor delivers long operating life and stable performance across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for demanding power-rail smoothing and decoupling tasks.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 2.7 mF (2700 µF) nominal capacitance rated at 6.3 V with ±20% tolerance for bulk energy storage and smoothing.
• Low Impedance Design — UPJ series low-impedance construction specifically noted for suitability in switching power supplies.
• Long Load Life — Rated for 5000 hours at 105°C, providing extended operational reliability under elevated temperature conditions.
• Thermal Range — Wide operating temperature range from −55°C to +105°C for use across varied ambient environments.
• Leakage and Loss Characteristics — Specified leakage current of 510.3 µA and tangent of loss angle (tan δ) 0.24 for this part number.
• Package & Mounting — Radial lead, can-style package (φ18 × 15 mm) with 7.5 mm lead spacing for through-hole PCB mounting; supplied bulk with no terminal forming for mass-production handling.
• Ripple Current Ratings — 1.215 A at 120 Hz and 1.35 A at 200 kHz for handling AC ripple on power rails.
• RoHS Compliant — Conforms to RoHS requirements as specified in product information.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies — Bulk smoothing and output filtering where low impedance and high ripple handling improve converter stability.
• DC-DC Converters — Energy storage and decoupling on intermediate and output stages to maintain regulated rails under transient loads.
• General Purpose Power Filtering — Decoupling and smoothing on power distribution circuits in electronic equipment operating within −55°C to +105°C.

Unique Advantages

• Engineered for switching environments: Low-impedance UPJ series construction targets switching power supply performance needs.
• Extended high-temperature life: 5000 hours at 105°C reduces replacement frequency and supports designs exposed to sustained elevated temperatures.
• High capacitance in a compact can: 2700 µF in a φ18 × 15 mm radial can conserves board area while providing substantial bulk capacitance.
• Ready for production: Supplied in bulk with no terminal forming to suit high-volume assembly and mass-production workflows.
• Clear electrical limits: Specified leakage current, tan δ, and ripple current values enable predictable behavior in power designs.

Why Choose UPJ0J272MHD6?

UPJ0J272MHD6 pairs high capacitance with low-impedance characteristics and a 5000-hour life at 105°C, making it a practical choice for engineers designing switching power supplies and general-purpose power rails that require dependable smoothing and ripple handling. Its radial can package, defined electrical parameters, and RoHS compliance support straightforward integration into production designs.

This Nichicon UPJ series part is suited to applications that demand long-term thermal endurance and compact bulk capacitance, providing predictable performance across a wide temperature range.

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