UPTW6180MPD

The UPTW6180MPD from Nichicon is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor designed for miniature, high-ripple-current applications. It delivers 18 µF capacitance at a 420 V rating in a compact can-style package suited to general-purpose and ballast applications.

Engineered for sustained operation at elevated temperatures, the UPTW6180MPD offers long-life endurance (5,000 hours at 105°C) and RoHS-compliant construction for reliable performance in demanding power and industrial environments.

Key Features

• High voltage rating — 420 V rated voltage for high-voltage filtering and energy-storage needs.
• Capacitance — 18 µF nominal capacitance with ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C for predictable filtering behavior.
• High ripple capability — Rated ripple current of 170 mA at 120 Hz and 272 mA at 10 kHz, supporting applications with significant AC ripple components.
• Long operational life — Endurance specified as 5,000 hours at 105°C under D.C. bias plus rated ripple current, with specified limits for capacitance change, tan δ, and leakage current after the test.
• Wide temperature range — Operates from −40°C to +105°C to cover common industrial temperature environments.
• Radial lead, through-hole package — Can-style radial-lead construction with 5 mm lead spacing and compact dimensions (L: 3.05 × D: 1 cm) for straightforward PCB assembly.
• Polarized design — Polarized electrolytic construction for correct orientation in DC filtering and energy-storage circuits.
• RoHS compliant — Meets RoHS requirements for restricted substances.

Typical Applications

• Ballast and lighting drivers — Handles the high ripple currents common in ballast circuits and compact driver modules.
• Power supply filtering — Provides bulk and smoothing capacitance for high-voltage power supplies and DC link circuits.
• Industrial electronics — Suitable for general-purpose industrial control and instrumentation where compact high-voltage capacitance and long life are required.

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage capability: 420 V rating enables use in circuits requiring higher DC working voltages without additional series components.
• Compact footprint: Small can dimensions (L: 3.05 × D: 1 cm) save board space while delivering useful capacitance for high-voltage applications.
• Designed for ripple stress: Specified ripple currents at both low and high frequencies help maintain performance where AC ripple is significant.
• Extended high-temperature endurance: 5,000-hour life rating at 105°C supports long-term reliability in elevated-temperature deployments.
• Easy through-hole assembly: Radial lead format with 5 mm lead spacing simplifies PCB mounting and replacement.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS-compliant construction supports environmental and regulatory needs.

Why Choose UPTW6180MPD?

The UPTW6180MPD balances a high 420 V rating, compact can-style radial package, and substantial ripple-current capability, making it well suited to designers who need reliable high-voltage capacitance in space-constrained power and ballast applications. Its 5,000-hour life at 105°C and wide −40°C to +105°C operating range provide predictable performance under sustained thermal stress.

Manufactured by Nichicon, this capacitor is a practical choice for engineers seeking a documented, RoHS-compliant electrolytic solution for general-purpose high-voltage smoothing, filtering, and energy storage tasks.

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