UPM1C181MED

The UPM1C181MED is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor offering 180 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating. It is a polarized, RoHS-compliant component from Nichicon's UPM series, designed for applications that require AEC-Q200 qualification and reliable performance across a wide temperature range.

With a compact φ6.3 × 15 mm can, 2.5 mm lead spacing and measurable ripple and leakage characteristics, this part is aimed at designs where controlled impedance, predictable ripple handling and thermal endurance are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 180 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 16 V with ±20% tolerance (measured at 120 Hz, 20°C).
• Low loss (tan δ) — tanδ of 0.16 specified at 20°C and 120 Hz, supporting predictable AC performance for frequency-dependent applications.
• Ripple handling — Low-frequency ripple current 153.9 mA at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current 285 mA at 200 kHz, allowing defined ripple management across frequency ranges.
• Leakage current — Specified leakage current of 86.4 µA, enabling stable bias behavior after voltage application.
• Thermal endurance — Rated for operation from −55°C to +105°C with a lifetime/endurance specification of 2000 hours at 105°C.
• Package and mounting — Radial lead (polar) can style, size φ6.3 × 15 mm, lead spacing 2.5 mm (±0.5 mm), supplied in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing.
• Standards and compliance — AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant, aligning the part to regulated and automotive-focused design workflows.

Typical Applications

• Automotive (AEC-Q200) — For automotive electronic modules where AEC-Q200 qualification and predictable capacitor behavior across −55°C to +105°C are required.
• Ripple suppression and decoupling — Suitable where defined low- and high-frequency ripple current ratings and controlled tanδ are needed to stabilize power rails.
• Through-hole assembly — Radial-lead format and compact φ6.3 × 15 mm can size fit space-constrained through-hole or mixed-technology assemblies.

Unique Advantages

• AEC-Q200 qualification — Provides confidence for automotive-grade designs that require industry-recognized component qualification.
• Measured ripple specifications — Published low- and high-frequency ripple current values allow designers to match capacitor selection to real-world ripple conditions.
• Wide operating temperature range — −55°C to +105°C rating and a specified 2000 h endurance at 105°C support elevated-temperature operation and predictable aging.
• Compact through-hole footprint — φ6.3 × 15 mm can and 2.5 mm lead spacing make the part suitable for compact module layouts while retaining through-hole robustness.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS compliance supports use in regulated supply chains and simplifies material compliance management.

Why Choose UPM1C181MED?

UPM1C181MED positions itself as a compact, AEC-Q200‑qualified aluminum electrolytic solution for designs that need specified ripple performance, controlled loss characteristics and thermal endurance up to +105°C. Its radial-lead package and defined electrical parameters make it suitable for engineers specifying components for automotive and other demanding environments where verified electrical behavior is essential.

The part’s combination of 180 µF/16 V rating, defined tanδ and leakage current, plus measured ripple current values, helps reduce uncertainty in power-rail filtering and decoupling designs while supporting standard through-hole assembly practices. RoHS compliance further aligns the component with modern regulatory requirements.

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