EEU-FC0J272 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EEU-FC0J272 is a 2700 µF, 6.3 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in radial, can package manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components. This capacitor is rated for 5000 hours at 105°C and meets AEC-Q200 automotive qualification standards. The part is actively produced and suitable for new designs in automotive applications.

Substitute parts become necessary when the primary part is unavailable, when design requirements demand different physical dimensions or thermal characteristics, or when alternative manufacturers are preferred for supply chain resilience.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Capacitance	2700 µF
Voltage Rating	6.3 V
Tolerance	±20%
Lifetime @ 105°C	5000 Hrs
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 105°C
Polarization	Polar
Package Type	Radial, Can
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Lead Spacing	0.197" (5.00 mm)
Diameter	0.492" (12.50 mm)
Height	0.787" (20.00 mm)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the EEU-FC0J272 is determined by the following mandatory parameters:

Capacitance: 2700 µF (exact match required)
Voltage Rating: 6.3 V (exact match required)
Tolerance: ±20% (exact match required)
Polarization: Polar (exact match required)
Package Type: Radial, Can (exact match required)
Mounting Type: Through Hole (exact match required)
Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 105°C (exact match required)

Acceptable variations within substitute parts include:

Lifetime @ 105°C: 3000 Hrs or 5000 Hrs
Physical dimensions (diameter, height, lead spacing): variations permitted if PCB layout accommodates
Impedance: variations within normal manufacturing tolerances
Ripple current ratings: variations acceptable if application requirements are met
Manufacturer: Panasonic or Nichicon
Product status: Active or Not For New Designs

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	EEU-FC0J272	EEU-FC0J272L	EEU-FC0J272S	UPM0J272MHD	UPW0J272MPD
Manufacturer	Panasonic	Panasonic	Panasonic	Nichicon	Nichicon
Capacitance	2700 µF	2700 µF	2700 µF	2700 µF	2700 µF
Voltage Rating	6.3 V	6.3 V	6.3 V	6.3 V	6.3 V
Tolerance	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%
Lifetime @ 105°C	5000 Hrs	3000 Hrs	5000 Hrs	5000 Hrs	5000 Hrs
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C
Polarization	Polar	Polar	Polar	Polar	Polar
Package Type	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Lead Spacing	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.295" (7.50 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)
Diameter	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.394" (10.00 mm)	0.630" (16.00 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.394" (10.00 mm)
Height	0.787" (20.00 mm)	1.181" (30.00 mm)	0.591" (15.00 mm)	1.063" (27.00 mm)	1.240" (31.50 mm)
Impedance	38 mOhms	35 mOhms	43 mOhms	38 mOhms	35 mOhms
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Not For New Designs	Not For New Designs
AEC-Q200 Rating	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For new automotive designs, EEU-FC0J272S is the preferred substitute. It maintains Active product status, AEC-Q200 qualification, and identical electrical specifications including 5000-hour lifetime at 105°C. Physical dimensions differ (0.630" diameter, 0.591" height, 0.295" lead spacing), requiring PCB layout verification.

EEU-FC0J272L is suitable for applications where reduced lifetime (3000 hours at 105°C) is acceptable and space constraints favor smaller diameter (0.394"). This part remains Active and AEC-Q200 qualified.

UPM0J272MHD and UPW0J272MPD are marked "Not For New Designs" and should be used only for legacy system maintenance or when supply constraints require. UPW0J272MPD lacks AEC-Q200 automotive qualification and is rated for general-purpose applications.

For automotive applications requiring AEC-Q200 compliance, select from EEU-FC0J272, EEU-FC0J272S, or EEU-FC0J272L.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can EEU-FC0J272L be used as a direct replacement for EEU-FC0J272?

A: Electrical substitution is valid. Both parts share identical capacitance (2700 µF), voltage (6.3 V), tolerance (±20%), and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C). The primary difference is lifetime: EEU-FC0J272L is rated 3000 hours at 105°C versus 5000 hours for EEU-FC0J272. Physical dimensions differ significantly (height 1.181" vs 0.787"), requiring PCB layout confirmation.

Q: Is EEU-FC0J272S compatible with the original PCB layout?

A: Lead spacing differs (0.295" vs 0.197"), and physical dimensions vary (diameter 0.630" vs 0.492", height 0.591" vs 0.787"). PCB footprint verification is required before substitution.

Q: Why are UPM0J272MHD and UPW0J272MPD marked "Not For New Designs"?

A: These Nichicon parts are legacy products. UPM0J272MHD maintains AEC-Q200 qualification but is discontinued for new applications. UPW0J272MPD lacks automotive qualification entirely. Both should be reserved for existing system support only.

Q: What is the impact of impedance variation among substitute parts?

A: Impedance ranges from 35 mOhms (EEU-FC0J272L, UPW0J272MPD) to 43 mOhms (EEU-FC0J272S). Selection depends on application ripple current requirements and frequency response characteristics. All values fall within acceptable ranges for 2700 µF, 6.3 V aluminum electrolytic capacitors.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed parts meet ROHS3 compliance requirements.

Q: Which substitute part is recommended for space-constrained designs?

A: EEU-FC0J272S offers the smallest height (0.591") among Panasonic options. However, increased diameter (0.630") and different lead spacing (0.295") require layout accommodation. EEU-FC0J272L provides smaller diameter (0.394") but requires greater height (1.181").

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