UPW1V152MHD6

The UPW1V152MHD6 is a radial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's UPW series, engineered for miniature, low-impedance power filtering and energy storage. This polarized, through-hole device provides 1500 µF capacitance at a 35 V rating with a compact φ12.5 × 35.5 mm can.

Designed for demanding thermal and ripple environments, the part supports a wide operating temperature range (−55 °C to +105 °C), a 7000-hour endurance at 105 °C, and AEC-Q200 qualification for reliability in regulated applications.

Key Features

• Capacitance and Voltage: 1500 µF rated capacitance at 35 V for bulk energy storage and smoothing of power rails.
• Low Impedance: 44 mΩ impedance to reduce voltage drop under dynamic load and improve transient response.
• High Ripple Handling: Low-frequency ripple current 2.1335 A (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current 2.51 A (10 kHz) to support switching supplies and power converters.
• Loss Characteristics: tanδ = 0.12 measured at 20 °C, 120 Hz, enabling predictable dissipation behavior in filter applications.
• Wide Temperature & Endurance: Operating range −55 °C to +105 °C and rated for 7000 hours at 105 °C for long-term stability in elevated temperatures.
• Radial Through-Hole Package: φ12.5 mm diameter × 35.5 mm length can with 5.0 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm) for reliable through-hole assembly and mechanical retention.
• Polarized Design & Packaging: Polar capacitor supplied in bulk/no terminal forming or bag packing; product is in mass production.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification: AEC-Q200 rated, suitable for applications requiring enhanced component reliability.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies: Low impedance and high ripple current capability make this capacitor suitable for output smoothing and bulk storage in switching regulators.
• Automotive Electronics: AEC-Q200 rating and wide temperature range support use in automotive power modules and electronic control units.
• Power-Rail Smoothing: High capacitance and low ESR enable effective smoothing and decoupling on DC power rails subject to dynamic loads.

Unique Advantages

• High Energy Density in a Compact Can: 1500 µF in a φ12.5 × 35.5 mm package provides substantial capacitance for space-constrained designs.
• Robust Ripple Performance: Rated ripple currents up to 2.51 A at high frequency help maintain stability in high-switching environments.
• Predictable Thermal Endurance: 7000 hours at 105 °C offers designers quantifiable life expectancy under elevated temperature stress.
• Automotive-Grade Reliability: AEC-Q200 qualification addresses reliability demands for automotive and similar critical applications.
• Through-Hole Mechanical Strength: Radial lead format with defined 5.0 mm lead spacing simplifies board retention and wave/hand-solder assembly processes.
• Clear Electrical Characteristics: Specified impedance (44 mΩ), tanδ (0.12), and leakage current (1575 µA) support accurate thermal and electrical design calculations.

Why Choose UPW1V152MHD6?

The UPW1V152MHD6 combines high capacitance, low impedance, and quantified ripple performance in a compact radial-can package, making it a practical choice for engineers designing switching power supplies, automotive power electronics, and power-rail smoothing networks. Its wide operating temperature range and 7000-hour endurance at 105 °C provide predictable long-term behavior in thermally demanding environments.

With AEC-Q200 qualification and mass-production availability, this capacitor suits design teams and procurement looking for a reliable, verifiable component for medium-voltage, high-energy filtering tasks where through-hole mounting and robust ripple handling are required.

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