ALC70D361DF550 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ALC70D361DF550 is a 360 µF, 550 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in radial, can snap-in package configuration. This component is classified as Active product status and is designed for general purpose applications requiring high voltage energy storage and filtering. The part is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental regulations.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained within the allowed specifications for this product category. Substitution becomes necessary due to inventory availability, supply chain optimization, or manufacturing discontinuation of specific variants within the same electrical performance envelope.

Substiute Parts

ALC70D361DF550

KEMETIn Stock: 839ALC70D361DF550 Datasheet

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ALC70A361DF550

KEMETIn Stock: 1048ALC70A361DF550 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ALC70D361DF550 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Parameters (Must Match Exactly):

• Capacitance: 360 µF
• Voltage Rating: 550 V
• Tolerance: ±20%
• ESR @ 100Hz: 1.198 Ohm
• Lifetime @ 85°C: 15000 Hrs
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C
• Ripple Current @ 100 Hz: 2.08 A
• Ripple Current @ 10 kHz: 3.24 A

Mechanical Parameters (Must Match Exactly):

• Lead Spacing: 0.394" (10.00mm)
• Diameter: 1.378" (35.00mm)
• Height - Seated (Max): 2.047" (52.00mm)
• Package / Case: Radial, Can - Snap-In
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Polarization: Polar

Compliance Parameters (Must Match Exactly):

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

Substitute parts identified within this specification envelope maintain full functional and physical interchangeability with the main part number.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ALC70D361DF550 and ALC70A361DF550 are Active status products manufactured by KEMET within the ALC70 series. Both parts maintain identical electrical performance specifications, mechanical dimensions, and environmental compliance certifications.

Selection between these parts is based on inventory availability and supply chain considerations. Both parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing and use.

The ALC70D361DF550 currently maintains 819 pieces in new original stock inventory. The ALC70A361DF550 maintains 1011 pieces in new original stock inventory. Both parts are suitable for direct substitution in applications requiring 360 µF, 550 V aluminum electrolytic capacitors with snap-in through-hole mounting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ALC70A361DF550 be used as a direct replacement for ALC70D361DF550?

A: Yes. Both parts are electrically and mechanically identical across all specified parameters. The parts differ only in base product number designation (ALC70D versus ALC70A) within the same ALC70 series. All electrical ratings, physical dimensions, lead spacing, and environmental compliance specifications are equivalent.

Q: Are there any differences in the snap-in mounting interface?

A: No. Both parts feature identical radial, can snap-in package configuration with 0.394" (10.00mm) lead spacing and through-hole mounting type. Physical dimensions are identical: 1.378" diameter and 2.047" maximum seated height.

Q: Do both parts meet the same environmental compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both ALC70D361DF550 and ALC70A361DF550 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both parts meet current environmental regulations for electronic component manufacturing and use.

Q: What is the difference between the base product numbers ALC70D and ALC70A?

A: The base product number designation does not affect electrical performance or mechanical compatibility. Both designations refer to variants within the same ALC70 series that maintain identical specifications for the 360 µF, 550 V configuration.

Q: Are the ESR and ripple current ratings identical?

A: Yes. Both parts specify 1.198 Ohm ESR @ 100Hz, 1.042 Ohms impedance, 2.08 A ripple current @ 100 Hz, and 3.24 A ripple current @ 10 kHz. Thermal performance is also identical at 15000 hours lifetime @ 85°C.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in PCB assembly?

A: Yes. The identical lead spacing of 0.394" (10.00mm) and through-hole mounting type ensure direct PCB footprint compatibility. No circuit board modifications are required for substitution.