UPW1H221MPD6

The UPW1H221MPD6 is a miniature, high-reliability aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's UPW series. It is a radial-lead, low-impedance component specified for demanding power applications.

Targeted use cases include switching power supplies and automotive electronics where compact size, high ripple-handling capability, and long endurance at elevated temperature are required. Key value propositions are low impedance, robust high-frequency ripple performance, and a 5000-hour rated life at 105°C.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 220 µF nominal capacitance with tolerance −20% to +20%, rated for 50 V DC.
• Low Loss / Low Impedance — Impedance specified at 180 mΩ; tangent of loss angle (tanδ) 0.1 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz.
• High Ripple Current Capability — Low-frequency ripple current 669.5 mA at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current 1.03 A at 10 kHz, enabling effective smoothing in high-switching environments.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 330 µA.
• Thermal Endurance — Rated for 5000 hours at 105°C; operating temperature range −55°C to 105°C.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification — AEC-Q200 rated for applications requiring automotive-level reliability.
• Compact Radial Package — Aluminum can, radial lead mounting, size φ10 × 20 mm (L), lead spacing 5.0 mm (±0.5 mm); supplied in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing.
• Production Status — Mass production availability for volume designs.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies — Low impedance and high ripple current capability make it suitable for output filtering and bulk decoupling in switching regulators.
• Automotive Electronics — AEC‑Q200 rating and 5000 h endurance at 105°C support use in automotive power and control modules.
• Compact Power Modules — Miniature φ10 × 20 mm footprint and radial lead form factor fit space-constrained power assemblies and point-of-load filtering.

Unique Advantages

• Space-efficient design — φ10 × 20 mm can reduces board area for power filtering in compact assemblies.
• High-frequency ripple handling — Rated 1.03 A at 10 kHz provides reliable performance in high-switching-frequency applications.
• Long-term high-temperature endurance — 5000 hours at 105°C supports reliable operation under sustained thermal stress.
• Automotive-grade reliability — AEC‑Q200 rating enables integration into automotive systems that require qualification.
• Predictable electrical behavior — Low tanδ (0.1 at 20°C, 120 Hz) and specified impedance help designers budget ESR and loss in power stages.
• Production-ready packaging — Bulk and bag packing options simplify procurement and assembly for volume manufacturing.

Why Choose UPW1H221MPD6?

UPW1H221MPD6 combines a compact radial package with low impedance and proven endurance characteristics from the Nichicon UPW series. Its electrical specifications—220 µF at 50 V, low tanδ, and high ripple-current ratings—provide designers with a stable, space-saving solution for filtering and energy storage in switching power supplies and automotive power modules.

With AEC‑Q200 qualification and mass-production availability, this capacitor is suited for projects that require consistent performance over long lifetimes at elevated temperatures, while keeping board area and assembly considerations minimal.

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