EEG-A2W362HLE Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EEG-A2W362HLE is a 3600 µF, 450 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components. This radial, can-style capacitor with screw terminals is designed for general-purpose applications requiring high capacitance and voltage ratings. The part is currently obsolete, making identification of equivalent substitute components essential for system maintenance, repair, and redesign applications where this capacitor is specified.

Substiute Parts

EEG-A2W362HLE

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 1050EEG-A2W362HLE Datasheet

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500C362T450DD2B

Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE)In Stock: 1082500C362T450DD2B Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the EEG-A2W362HLE is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Capacitance value: 3600 µF (exact match required)
• Voltage rating: 450 V (minimum; higher ratings acceptable)
• Package type: Radial, Can - Screw Terminals (mechanical and electrical interface compatibility)
• Mounting type: Chassis Mount (physical installation compatibility)
• Polarization: Polar (electrical polarity requirement)
• Physical dimensions: Diameter 3.000" (76.20 mm), Height 4.625" (117.48 mm), Lead spacing 1.252" (31.80 mm) (fit within mechanical constraints)

The substitute part 500C362T450DD2B meets all these criteria, enabling direct functional replacement in applications originally specified for the EEG-A2W362HLE.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 500C362T450DD2B from Cornell Dubilier Electronics is a direct functional substitute for the obsolete EEG-A2W362HLE. Both components share identical capacitance, voltage rating, package configuration, and physical dimensions, enabling mechanical and electrical interchangeability.

The substitute part offers additional advantages: active product status ensures ongoing availability, ROHS3 compliance satisfies modern regulatory requirements, lower ESR (23 mOhm versus 61 mOhm) provides improved performance characteristics, and extended lifetime rating (5000 Hrs @ 95°C versus 3000 Hrs @ 85°C) supports enhanced system reliability.

Lead spacing tolerance (1.250" versus 1.252") is within acceptable mechanical installation margins for screw terminal connections.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 500C362T450DD2B replace the EEG-A2W362HLE in existing applications?

A: Yes. Both components are 3600 µF, 450 V aluminum electrolytic capacitors with identical package types (Radial, Can - Screw Terminals), mounting configurations (Chassis Mount), and physical dimensions. Electrical and mechanical compatibility is established.

Q: What is the significance of the lower ESR in the substitute part?

A: The 500C362T450DD2B exhibits 23 mOhm ESR compared to 61 mOhm in the original part. Lower ESR reduces heat generation and improves ripple current handling efficiency. This represents an operational improvement over the original specification.

Q: Are there tolerance differences between these capacitors?

A: Yes. The EEG-A2W362HLE specifies ±20% tolerance, while the 500C362T450DD2B specifies -10%, +50% tolerance. The substitute part's tolerance range encompasses the original specification, ensuring compatibility.

Q: Does the lead spacing difference affect installation?

A: The lead spacing difference (1.252" versus 1.250") is 0.002" and falls within standard mechanical tolerances for screw terminal mounting. No installation modifications are required.

Q: What is the compliance status of each part?

A: The EEG-A2W362HLE is RoHS non-compliant. The 500C362T450DD2B is ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards for electronic components.