UPV1C181MGD

The UPV1C181MGD is a miniature aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s UPV series. It is a low‑impedance, polarized radial‑lead can designed for general‑purpose electronic applications that require compact size, stable performance, and extended high‑temperature lifetime.

Key value points include low impedance (340 mΩ), a high ripple capability at elevated frequencies, and endurance rated for 5000 hours at +105°C—making it suitable for space‑constrained designs that demand reliable smoothing and decoupling performance.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 180 µF rated at 16 V, with ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Low Impedance: Maximum impedance 340 mΩ (measured at 20°C/100 kHz) for improved AC performance in compact packages.
• High Ripple Handling: Rated ripple current up to 405 mA at high frequency (200 kHz) and 247.1 mA at 120 Hz.
• Thermal and Endurance: Operating temperature range −55°C to +105°C; endurance specified as 5000 hours at +105°C with capacitance change within ±30% after test.
• Leakage & Dissipation: Leakage current meets the datasheet formula (≤ 0.03CV μA after 1 minute at 20°C); tan δ (loss tangent) max 0.16 for the 16 V rating.
• Package & Mounting: Radial lead, can package with lead spacing 3.5 mm and dimensions L: 11.5 mm × D: 8 mm (size 1.15 × 0.8 cm), polarized construction.
• Environmental Compliance: RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• General‑purpose electronic circuits: Suitable where a compact, polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor is required for filtering and energy storage in board‑level designs.
• Space‑constrained assemblies: Small physical footprint (1.15 × 0.8 cm) for use in compact power modules and modules with limited board area.
• High‑temperature environments: Applications that require sustained operation at elevated temperatures, supported by a 5000‑hour life rating at +105°C.

Unique Advantages

• Compact low‑impedance solution: 340 mΩ impedance in a miniature radial can supports improved AC performance without large board real estate.
• High ripple capacity for size: Rated ripple current up to 405 mA at high frequency enables effective smoothing and filtering in demanding signal environments.
• Extended high‑temperature life: Endurance specified for 5000 hours at +105°C provides predictable long‑term performance in hot operating conditions.
• Measurable leakage limits: Leakage current specified by the industry formula (≤ 0.03CV μA) ensures predictable DC behavior after power application.
• RoHS compliance: Meets RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for lead‑free assembly requirements.
• Proven manufacturing pedigree: Part of Nichicon’s UPV series, offering consistent specification sheets and marking (white on dark brown sleeve) for traceability.

Why Choose UPV1C181MGD?

The UPV1C181MGD combines a compact radial‑lead can package with low impedance and strong ripple handling, making it a practical choice for designers who need reliable smoothing and decoupling in constrained layouts. Its endurance rating of 5000 hours at +105°C and clearly specified leakage and tan δ limits support predictable performance over the product life.

This part is well suited to engineers and procurement teams specifying general‑purpose electrolytic capacitors where space, thermal endurance, and verifiable electrical characteristics are key selection criteria. Backed by Nichicon’s UPV series documentation, the UPV1C181MGD provides a specification‑driven component for long‑running designs.

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