UVK1C153MHD

The UVK1C153MHD is a miniature, radial‑lead aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's UVK series, offered as a standard-type polarized can. It delivers 15,000 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating in a compact φ18 × 40 mm package with 7.5 mm lead spacing.

Designed for general-purpose applications, this part provides high capacitance density, specified ripple-current capability at both low and high frequencies, and a rated endurance of 2000 hours at 85 °C—making it suitable for board-level power designs that require stable bulk capacitance and proven lifetime characteristics.

Key Features

• High Capacitance at 16 V — 15,000 µF (15 mF) nominal capacitance with tolerance −20% to +20%, suitable for designs that require substantial bulk capacitance in a compact form.
• Miniature Radial Can Package — φ18 × 40 mm (L) radial can with 7.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm), supporting through‑hole board mounting where radial leads are required.
• Ripple Current Capability — Low-frequency ripple current 3.1 A at 120 Hz and high-frequency ripple current 3.565 A at 10 kHz, specified to help manage AC stress on the part.
• Loss Tangent (tan δ) — tan δ = 0.48 measured at 20 °C, 120 Hz, reported for this part to characterize dielectric dissipation under standard test conditions.
• Leakage Current — Specified leakage current of 7200 µA, providing a defined upper bound for DC leakage after voltage application.
• Endurance — Rated life of 2000 hours at 85 °C with the rated voltage applied; capacitance, dissipation factor, and leakage meet the series endurance criteria after characterization.
• Operating Temperature Range — −40 °C to +85 °C, supporting a wide ambient range for general-purpose electronic designs.
• Packaging and Production Status — Available in bulk (no terminal forming) or bag packing; part is in mass production.
• RoHS Compliance — The UVK series is listed as compliant to the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) in the series datasheet.

Typical Applications

• General-purpose electronics — Suited to designs that require 15,000 µF at 16 V where a radial, polarized electrolytic capacitor is appropriate.
• Board-level power components — Fits circuits that accommodate a φ18 × 40 mm radial can with 7.5 mm lead spacing for through-hole mounting.
• Designs with AC ripple loading — Applicable where specified low-frequency (3.1 A at 120 Hz) and high-frequency (3.565 A at 10 kHz) ripple currents are needed to meet system requirements.

Unique Advantages

• High bulk capacitance in a compact footprint — 15,000 µF in a φ18 × 40 mm can reduces board area compared to larger cans while delivering substantial energy storage.
• Dual-frequency ripple specifications — Explicit LF and HF ripple current ratings allow designers to evaluate performance under both mains‑frequency and higher switching-frequency conditions.
• Defined lifetime at elevated temperature — 2000 hours at 85 °C provides a measurable baseline for long-term stability in thermal environments within the rated range.
• Radial lead form factor — Standard radial leads and 7.5 mm spacing simplify replacement or board-level integration where through-hole components are preferred.
• Series RoHS declaration — The UVK series datasheet indicates compliance with applicable RoHS directives for regulatory alignment.

Why Choose UVK1C153MHD?

UVK1C153MHD combines a large 15,000 µF capacitance with a compact miniature radial can form, making it appropriate for general-purpose electronic designs that need significant bulk capacitance at a 16 V rating. Its specified ripple-current capability at both 120 Hz and 10 kHz, defined leakage, and a 2000‑hour endurance at 85 °C give engineers concrete parameters for thermal and electrical reliability planning.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the UVK series and available in mass production with standard bulk or bag packing, this part is targeted at designers and procurement teams specifying radial electrolytic capacitors for board-level power applications where predictable electrical and lifetime characteristics are required.

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