UPM1C151MED

The UPM1C151MED is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor offering 150 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating. It belongs to Nichicon’s UPM series, a family characterized in the datasheet as low impedance and high reliability, and is intended for applications that require compact, polarized energy storage and power filtering.

Designed for harsh environments, this part supports an operating temperature range of -55°C to 105°C, AEC-Q200 qualification, and delivers measurable ripple handling and low-loss performance for power-supply decoupling and smoothing tasks.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 150 µF rated at 16 V with ±20% tolerance (120 Hz, 20°C).
• Low dissipation (tan δ): tanδ = 0.16 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz, indicating controlled loss characteristics for stable performance.
• Ripple current capability: Low-frequency ripple 140.4 mA at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple 260 mA at 200 kHz for decoupling and smoothing across frequency ranges.
• Leakage current: Specified leakage current of 72 µA.
• Mechanical package: Radial lead can, size φ6.3 × 15 mm (D × L), lead spacing 2.5 mm (tolerance ±0.5 mm); polarized construction for DC power applications.
• Temperature & endurance: Operating temperature -55°C to 105°C; lifetime specified as 2000 hours at 105°C.
• Qualification & compliance: AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant.
• Packaging: Supplied in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing.
• Status: End Of Life.

Typical Applications

• Automotive power filtering: AEC-Q200 qualification and -55°C to 105°C range make this capacitor suitable for ECU power decoupling and local smoothing in automotive electronic modules.
• DC–DC converter output smoothing: 150 µF capacitance with specified ripple currents supports output stabilization and transient response in embedded power rails.
• Industrial control electronics: Compact radial package and robust temperature rating enable use in control boards and sensor interface power supplies.

Unique Advantages

• AEC-Q200-qualified reliability: Qualification supports usage in applications requiring recognized automotive-grade component screening.
• Compact radial can: φ6.3 × 15 mm package fits space-constrained PCB layouts while providing substantial capacitance.
• Broad ripple handling: Separate low- and high-frequency ripple current specifications (140.4 mA @120 Hz, 260 mA @200 kHz) clarify performance across real-world switching and mains frequencies.
• Controlled dissipation: tanδ = 0.16 at 120 Hz (20°C) indicates predictable loss and thermal behavior in power applications.
• Wide operating temperature span: -55°C to 105°C supports deployment in demanding thermal environments.

Why Choose UPM1C151MED?

UPM1C151MED combines a compact radial-can form factor with clear, application-oriented electrical specifications—150 µF at 16 V, defined ripple-current ratings, leakage current and tanδ—making it straightforward to evaluate for power-supply decoupling and smoothing tasks. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and -55°C to 105°C operating range position it for use in automotive and industrial designs that need characterized, dependable electrolytic capacitance.

For designs where board space, temperature resilience, and measurable ripple performance matter, UPM1C151MED provides a specification-driven option from Nichicon’s UPM family. Note that this part is listed as End Of Life.

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