UPJ1V181MPD6

The UPJ1V181MPD6 from Nichicon is a radial lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor in the UPJ series, designed for low-impedance power applications. It provides 180 µF capacitance at a 35 V rating in a compact φ10 × 16 mm can and is intended for general-purpose use including switching power supplies.

Engineered for reliability, the part delivers defined ripple handling and long-term endurance, making it suitable for power filtering and energy storage in industrial and electronics designs that require stable performance across a wide temperature range.

Key Features

• Electrical Performance: 180 µF capacitance with ±20% tolerance at 20°C, rated at 35 V; tangent of loss angle (tan δ) 0.12 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz.
• Ripple Handling: Low-frequency ripple current 270 mA at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current 500 mA at 200 kHz, suitable for AC ripple smoothing in power rails.
• Leakage Current: Specified leakage current 189 µA after voltage application, enabling predictable bias behavior in DC circuits.
• Reliability & Endurance: Load life rated 5000 hours at +105°C, with endurance characteristics defined by the UPJ series specification.
• Temperature Range: Operates from −55°C to +105°C for broad environmental coverage.
• Package & Mounting: Radial lead, polarized can with dimensions φ10 × 16 mm (D: 10 mm, L: 16 mm), lead spacing 5.0 mm (tolerance 0.5 mm).
• Compliance & Availability: RoHS compliant; available in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing; mass production status.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies: Low impedance and defined ripple ratings make this capacitor suited for output filtering and stabilization in switching regulators.
• DC-DC Converters: Compact radial can and 35 V rating support bulk decoupling and energy storage on converter input/output stages.
• Power Filtering: Used for smoothing ripple and transient suppression on power rails in industrial and consumer electronics.

Unique Advantages

• Low-impedance design: Tangent of loss angle and ripple current specifications give predictable AC performance under switching conditions.
• Long thermal endurance: Rated for 5000 hours at +105°C, supporting extended operation in elevated-temperature environments.
• Compact through-hole form factor: φ10 × 16 mm radial can provides a small footprint for through-hole assemblies while maintaining 180 µF capacitance.
• Clear assembly parameters: 5.0 mm lead spacing with 0.5 mm tolerance simplifies PCB hole layout and mechanical placement.
• RoHS compliance and flexible packing: Environmentally compliant and available in bulk or bagged packaging to suit production workflows.

Why Choose UPJ1V181MPD6?

The UPJ1V181MPD6 positions itself as a reliable, low-impedance aluminum electrolytic solution for designers who need stable capacitance, controlled loss characteristics, and defined ripple performance in a compact radial package. Its 35 V rating, 180 µF capacitance, and 5000-hour endurance at +105°C make it appropriate for power supply filtering and general-purpose power electronics where long-term thermal reliability matters.

Manufactured under the Nichicon UPJ series specification and supplied in production quantities, this part supports engineers focused on robust power management designs requiring predictable electrical behavior and straightforward through-hole assembly.

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