UPW2W100MHD

The UPW2W100MHD is an aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s UPW series, configured as a radial-lead can for compact power designs. It offers 100µF capacitance at a 100V rating with a miniature φ16 × 25mm can size and 7.5mm lead spacing.

Designed for low impedance and high reliability in power applications, the part features long endurance at elevated temperature and measurable ripple and leakage characteristics suitable for switching power supplies and automotive electronics. Product status: End Of Life.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 100µF nominal capacitance with a 100V rated voltage and a capacitance tolerance of ±20% (measured at 120Hz, 20°C).
• Low Loss / Dissipation — tanδ of 0.08 measured at 20°C, 120Hz, providing defined dissipation characteristics for power filtering at the rated voltage.
• Ripple Current Performance — Rated low-frequency ripple current of 75mA at 120Hz and high-frequency ripple current of 120mA at 10kHz to support switching and decoupling duties.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 280µA after voltage application, enabling predictable bias behavior in DC circuits.
• Long Endurance — Life/endurance specified as 8000 hours at 105°C, providing extended operational durability for high-temperature environments.
• Package & Mounting — Radial lead mounting in a φ16 × 25L aluminum can; lead spacing 7.5mm with 0.5mm tolerance; available in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing.
• AEC-Q200 Rating — Rated to AEC-Q200 and listed for automotive applications in the provided product specifications.

Typical Applications

• Switching Power Supplies — Bulk filtering and output smoothing where low impedance and defined dissipation at 100V are required.
• Automotive Electronics — Power decoupling and filtering in automotive systems; AEC-Q200 rating is included in the product specifications.
• DC–DC Converters — Input and output capacitance for converters operating at elevated temperatures up to 105°C with long endurance.

Unique Advantages

• High-temperature Endurance: 8000 hours at 105°C gives designers predictable long-term performance in hot environments.
• Measurable Loss Characteristics: tanδ = 0.08 at 20°C, 120Hz at the rated voltage enables accurate thermal and ripple loss calculations.
• Defined Ripple Handling: Specified low- and high-frequency ripple current ratings allow selection for both mains-frequency and switching-frequency applications.
• Compact Radial Package: φ16 × 25mm can and 7.5mm lead spacing provide a small-footprint, through-hole option for power boards.
• Automotive-Capable Rating: AEC-Q200 listing in the specifications supports use in automotive-focused designs.
• Flexible Packaging: Available in bulk or bag packing to suit prototyping and production handling needs.

Why Choose UPW2W100MHD?

UPW2W100MHD combines a high-voltage 100µF aluminum electrolytic construction with measured low-loss characteristics and defined ripple/ leakage specifications, making it suitable for engineered power-filtering roles. With an 8000-hour endurance at 105°C and AEC-Q200 listing, it targets applications that demand durability and predictable performance under thermal stress.

This part is a fit for designers and procurement teams building compact switching power supplies, DC–DC converters, and automotive power modules that require vetted performance data and reliable through-hole packaging options.

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