UPJ1C472MHD

The UPJ1C472MHD is a miniature, high-reliability aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s UPJ series, configured in a radial-lead can. It provides 4700 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating with a ±20% tolerance, designed for general-purpose power applications where robust capacitance, long life and compact packaging are required.

Engineered for low-impedance performance and endurance, this radial lead capacitor is well suited to switching power supplies and power-rail smoothing in industrial and embedded systems, offering a wide operating range from −55°C to +105°C and an endurance rating of 5000 hours at 105°C.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Tolerance — 4700 µF nominal capacitance with a tolerance of −20% to +20% for bulk energy storage and smoothing.
• Rated Voltage — 16 V DC rating suitable for common low-voltage power rails.
• Low Impedance / Ripple Handling — Specified low-frequency ripple current of 2.169 A at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current of 2.41 A (measured condition per product data), supporting high ripple environments in switching supplies.
• Leakage Current — Product-specified leakage current of 2256 µA after voltage application, provided for design verification and margining.
• High Endurance — Rated for 5000 hours at +105°C, enabling reliable long-term operation under elevated temperature stress.
• Wide Temperature Range — Operates from −55°C to +105°C for use across harsh ambient conditions.
• Compact Radial Package — Can dimensions φ16 × 35.5 mm (D × L) with 7.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm), radial-lead mounting for through-hole PCB designs and easy placement.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets applicable RoHS requirements as indicated in the product data.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies — Bulk smoothing and output decoupling where low impedance and high ripple capability are required.
• Embedded Power Rails — Local energy storage and transient suppression on 5 V / 12 V class rails in industrial and embedded systems.
• Industrial Power Electronics — Power filtering and buffering in controllers and power conversion modules operating up to +105°C.

Unique Advantages

• High Capacitance in a Compact Can — 4700 µF in a φ16 × 35.5 mm package provides significant bulk energy storage while conserving board space.
• Designed for High Ripple Environments — Specified ripple current ratings at both low and high frequencies enable reliable filtering in switching applications.
• Long-Term Thermal Endurance — 5000-hour rating at +105°C supports designs that expect prolonged elevated-temperature operation.
• Wide Operating Temperature — −55°C to +105°C range allows deployment across a variety of ambient and industrial conditions.
• Through-Hole Radial Mounting — 7.5 mm lead spacing and radial-lead construction simplify prototyping and replacement in serviceable equipment.

Why Choose UPJ1C472MHD?

The UPJ1C472MHD delivers a practical combination of high capacitance, robust ripple handling and long-term thermal endurance in a compact radial-lead can. It is positioned for engineers designing switching power supplies, embedded systems and industrial power electronics who need reliable bulk capacitance with verifiable ripple and leakage specifications.

Choosing this part provides predictable performance over life at elevated temperature, straightforward through-hole mounting, and RoHS compliance—attributes that help reduce design risk and simplify component selection for mid-power DC rail applications.

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