UPW2C010MEH Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The UPW2C010MEH is a 1 µF, 160 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in radial, can package manufactured by Nichicon. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement. The part operates across a temperature range of -40°C to 105°C with a rated lifetime of 2000 hours at 105°C, suitable for general-purpose applications requiring polar capacitive filtering.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Capacitance	1 µF
Voltage - Rated	160 V
Tolerance	±20%
Lifetime @ Temperature	2000 Hrs @ 105°C
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 105°C
Polarization	Polar
Ripple Current @ 120 Hz	17 mA
Ripple Current @ 10 kHz	27.2 mA
Lead Spacing	0.098" (2.50 mm)
Size / Dimension	0.248" Dia (6.30 mm)
Height - Seated (Max)	0.433" (11.00 mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Package / Case	Radial, Can

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the UPW2C010MEH is determined by the following critical parameters: capacitance value (1 µF), tolerance (±20%), operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C), lifetime rating (2000 Hrs @ 105°C), polarization (polar), lead spacing (0.098" / 2.50 mm), physical dimensions (0.248" diameter, 0.433" height), and through-hole radial can package configuration.

Substitute parts are grouped into three categories:

Direct Manufacturer Equivalent: UPW2C010MED maintains identical electrical specifications and physical dimensions as the main part, differing only in packaging format (bulk versus tape/reel) and RoHS compliance status.

Upgrade Substitutes: UPW2D010MED and 517D105M250AA6AE3 provide higher voltage ratings (200 V and 250 V respectively) while maintaining all other critical parameters. These parts are pin-compatible and mechanically interchangeable, offering enhanced voltage margin for the same capacitance and physical footprint.

Parametric Equivalent: SEK010M160ST from Cornell Dubilier Electronics matches the electrical and mechanical specifications of the UPW2C010MEH, including identical capacitance, voltage rating, tolerance, temperature range, and physical dimensions. This part is manufactured by a different supplier and carries active product status with RoHS3 compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	UPW2C010MEH	UPW2C010MED	UPW2D010MED	517D105M250AA6AE3	SEK010M160ST
Manufacturer	Nichicon	Nichicon	Nichicon	Vishay Sprague	Cornell Dubilier Electronics
Capacitance	1 µF	1 µF	1 µF	1 µF	1 µF
Voltage - Rated	160 V	160 V	200 V	250 V	160 V
Tolerance	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%
Lifetime @ Temperature	2000 Hrs @ 105°C	2000 Hrs @ 105°C	2000 Hrs @ 105°C	2000 Hrs @ 105°C	2000 Hrs @ 105°C
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
Polarization	Polar	Polar	Polar	Polar	Polar
Ripple Current @ 120 Hz	17 mA	17 mA	17 mA	17 mA	17 mA
Ripple Current @ 10 kHz	27.2 mA	27.2 mA	27.2 mA	27.2 mA	27.2 mA
Lead Spacing	0.098" (2.50 mm)	0.098" (2.50 mm)	0.098" (2.50 mm)	0.098" (2.50 mm)	0.098" (2.50 mm)
Size / Dimension	0.248" Dia (6.30 mm)	0.248" Dia (6.30 mm)	0.248" Dia (6.30 mm)	0.248" Dia (6.30 mm)	0.248" Dia (6.30 mm)
Height - Seated (Max)	0.433" (11.00 mm)	0.433" (11.00 mm)	0.433" (11.00 mm)	0.433" (11.00 mm)	0.433" (11.00 mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package / Case	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can
Product Status	Obsolete	Obsolete	Obsolete	Obsolete	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For direct replacement in existing designs, UPW2C010MED provides identical electrical performance and mechanical compatibility with improved RoHS3 compliance status. This part is the preferred direct substitute when procurement of the original UPW2C010MEH is not feasible.

For new designs or applications where voltage margin is a design consideration, UPW2D010MED (200 V) and 517D105M250AA6AE3 (250 V) are suitable upgrades. Both maintain the same physical footprint and lead spacing, enabling drop-in replacement while providing enhanced voltage headroom. The selection between these upgrade options depends on circuit voltage requirements and available inventory.

SEK010M160ST from Cornell Dubilier Electronics is a parametric equivalent offering identical electrical specifications and physical dimensions. This part carries active product status, indicating ongoing manufacturer support and availability. RoHS3 compliance is confirmed for this part.

All substitute parts maintain the same capacitance (1 µF), tolerance (±20%), temperature range (-40°C to 105°C), lifetime rating (2000 Hrs @ 105°C), ripple current specifications, and through-hole radial can package configuration as the original UPW2C010MEH.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can UPW2C010MED be used as a direct replacement for UPW2C010MEH?

A: Yes. UPW2C010MED is electrically and mechanically identical to UPW2C010MEH. The primary differences are packaging format and RoHS3 compliance status. Both parts share the same capacitance (1 µF), voltage rating (160 V), tolerance (±20%), temperature range, lifetime rating, ripple current specifications, and physical dimensions.

Q: What is the difference between the direct equivalent and upgrade substitutes?

A: UPW2C010MED is a direct equivalent with identical voltage rating (160 V). UPW2D010MED and 517D105M250AA6AE3 are upgrade substitutes with higher voltage ratings (200 V and 250 V respectively). All three maintain identical capacitance, tolerance, temperature range, and physical footprint, making them mechanically interchangeable. Upgrade substitutes provide additional voltage margin for the same physical size.

Q: Are all substitute parts through-hole radial can packages?

A: Yes. All substitute parts listed maintain the through-hole radial can package configuration with identical lead spacing (0.098" / 2.50 mm), diameter (0.248" / 6.30 mm), and height (0.433" / 11.00 mm). Direct PCB mounting compatibility is maintained across all substitutes.

Q: What is the product status difference between these parts?

A: UPW2C010MEH, UPW2C010MED, UPW2D010MED, and 517D105M250AA6AE3 are classified as obsolete. SEK010M160ST carries active product status, indicating ongoing manufacturer support and continued availability. For long-term procurement planning, active-status parts provide supply chain stability.

Q: Do all substitute parts meet RoHS compliance requirements?

A: UPW2C010MEH is RoHS non-compliant. UPW2C010MED, UPW2D010MED, 517D105M250AA6AE3, and SEK010M160ST are all ROHS3 compliant. If RoHS compliance is a design requirement, any of the four substitute parts satisfy this criterion.

Q: Can higher voltage-rated substitutes be used in circuits designed for 160 V?

A: Yes. UPW2D010MED (200 V) and 517D105M250AA6AE3 (250 V) are pin-compatible upgrades suitable for circuits designed for 160 V operation. The higher voltage rating provides additional safety margin without affecting circuit performance. All other electrical parameters remain identical.

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