UVK0J153MHD

The UVK0J153MHD is a miniature aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s UVK series, offered in a radial-lead can (φ16 × 30.5 mm). It provides high capacitance (15,000 µF) at a low rated voltage of 6.3 V and is specified for general-purpose use in through-hole PCB designs.

Key design attributes include a compact footprint (φ16 × 30.5 mm), a wide operating temperature range (−40 °C to +85 °C), defined lifetime/ endurance of 2000 hours at 85 °C, and measurable ripple and leakage characteristics suitable for low-voltage power circuits.

Key Features

• Electrical Capacity — 15,000 µF nominal capacitance with tolerance −20% to +20%, delivering bulk energy storage in a compact can for low-voltage circuits.
• Rated Voltage & Loss — Rated at 6.3 V with a tangent of loss angle (tan δ) of 0.56 measured at 20 °C and 120 Hz, providing defined dissipation characteristics for design calculations.
• Ripple Current Performance — Low-frequency ripple current 2.55 A (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current 2.933 A (10 kHz), enabling handling of both mains-frequency and higher-frequency ripple components.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 2,835 µA, useful for estimating standby losses and self-discharge behavior in designs.
• Reliability & Lifetime — Endurance rated at 2000 hours at 85 °C with specified limits for capacitance change, tan δ, and leakage after the test period.
• Mechanical & Mounting — Radial-lead package with 7.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm) and bulk/bag packing options; compact dimensions L: 30.5 mm × D: 16 mm simplify placement in through-hole assemblies.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS compliant as part of the UVK series.
• Series Form Factor — Miniature-sized UVK series design: one rank smaller case sizes than UVR, enabling higher-density layouts where space is constrained.

Typical Applications

• General-purpose power supply smoothing — Bulk capacitance at 6.3 V to smooth low-voltage rails and reduce ripple in power supply stages.
• Bulk energy storage for low-voltage circuits — High capacitance in a compact radial can for temporary energy buffering in converters and regulators.
• Decoupling and load transients — Supports decoupling of low-voltage rails where high stored charge and defined ripple handling are required across −40 °C to +85 °C.

Unique Advantages

• High capacitance in a compact package: 15,000 µF in a φ16 × 30.5 mm can reduces board area compared with larger-diameter parts while delivering substantial bulk storage.
• Defined ripple handling at multiple frequencies: Specified ripple currents at 120 Hz and 10 kHz provide predictable thermal and performance behavior for both low- and higher-frequency ripple sources.
• Endurance at elevated temperature: 2000 hours at 85 °C with post-test limits for capacitance, tan δ and leakage supports long-term reliability planning.
• Through-hole, serviceable form factor: Radial-lead can and standard 7.5 mm lead spacing ease prototyping, assembly, and replacement in field-serviceable equipment.
• RoHS-compliant series: Meets RoHS requirements as part of the UVK series for designs targeting regulated electronic assemblies.
• Production readiness: Offered in bulk or bag packing and listed as mass production, simplifying procurement and supply planning.

Why Choose UVK0J153MHD?

UVK0J153MHD positions itself as a compact, high-capacitance solution for low-voltage, general-purpose electronics where board space is limited but substantial energy storage is required. Its defined electrical parameters—15,000 µF at 6.3 V, measured tan δ, ripple current ratings, and leakage current—allow engineers to design to explicit, verifiable limits.

This part is well suited for designers and procurement teams building through-hole power supplies, regulators, and energy-buffered circuits that need a combination of high capacitance, a small can size, RoHS compliance, and a known endurance profile (2000 hours at 85 °C).

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