Equivalent & Substitute Parts for UPW2C100MPD

Part Overview

The Nichicon UPW2C100MPD is a 10 µF, 160 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in radial, can package with a 5000-hour lifetime rating at 105°C. This component is classified as obsolete, making it necessary to identify equivalent and substitute parts for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The UPW series has been discontinued, requiring engineers to evaluate compatible alternatives from current or transitional product lines that maintain the same electrical and mechanical specifications.

Substiute Parts

UPW2C100MPD

NichiconIn Stock: 2860UPW2C100MPD Datasheet

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UVZ2E100MPD

NichiconIn Stock: 4521UVZ2E100MPD Datasheet

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UPS2C100MPD

NichiconIn Stock: 2541UPS2C100MPD Datasheet

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UVZ2C100MPD

NichiconIn Stock: 5489UVZ2C100MPD Datasheet

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SEK100M160ST

Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE)In Stock: 15799SEK100M160ST Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the UPW2C100MPD is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Electrical Match: Capacitance (10 µF), voltage rating (160 V minimum), and tolerance (±20%)
• Mechanical Compatibility: Through-hole radial can package with matching lead spacing (0.197" / 5.00mm) and diameter (0.394" / 10.00mm)
• Environmental Compliance: Operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C), RoHS3 compliance, and REACH unaffected status
• Polarization: Polar configuration required

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Category 1 - Direct Mechanical Equivalents (Same Lead Spacing & Diameter)

• UPS2C100MPD (Nichicon UPS series)
• UVZ2C100MPD (Nichicon UVZ series, reduced height variant)

Category 2 - Electrical Equivalents with Voltage Upgrade

• UVZ2E100MPD (Nichicon UVZ series, 250 V rating)

Category 3 - Cross-Manufacturer Equivalent

• SEK100M160ST (Cornell Dubilier Electronics, active product status)

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct PCB Replacement (No Layout Modification Required): UVZ2E100MPD is the preferred substitute when mechanical footprint compatibility is critical. It maintains the 0.197" (5.00mm) lead spacing and 0.394" (10.00mm) diameter of the original UPW2C100MPD. The higher 250 V rating provides additional design margin. However, the increased height (0.689" vs. 0.492") must be verified against available board clearance. Product status is "Not For New Designs," indicating limited future availability.

For Active Product Availability: SEK100M160ST from Cornell Dubilier Electronics is the only active product in this comparison. It matches the electrical specifications (10 µF, 160 V, ±20%) and maintains through-hole radial can packaging. The reduced lead spacing (0.138" / 4.60mm) and smaller diameter (0.315" / 8.00mm) require PCB layout modification. ESR is specified at 19.9 Ohm. This part is recommended for new designs requiring long-term supply chain stability.

For Nichicon Product Line Continuity: UPS2C100MPD provides identical electrical specifications and lead spacing to the original part but with reduced lifetime (2000 Hrs vs. 5000 Hrs at 105°C). Height is increased to 0.551" (14.00mm). Product status is obsolete.

Compliance Considerations: All substitute parts maintain RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, matching the original UPW2C100MPD certification requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can UVZ2C100MPD be used as a direct replacement for UPW2C100MPD? A: UVZ2C100MPD is not a direct replacement due to mechanical differences. The lead spacing is reduced from 0.197" (5.00mm) to 0.138" (4.60mm), and the diameter is reduced from 0.394" (10.00mm) to 0.315" (8.00mm). PCB layout modification is required. Additionally, the lifetime rating is significantly lower at 1000 Hrs versus 5000 Hrs at 105°C.

Q: What is the advantage of UVZ2E100MPD over UVZ2C100MPD? A: UVZ2E100MPD has a higher voltage rating (250 V vs. 160 V) and longer lifetime (2000 Hrs vs. 1000 Hrs at 105°C). Both parts share the same capacitance (10 µF) and tolerance (±20%). The higher voltage rating provides additional safety margin in applications where voltage transients may occur. However, the increased height (0.689" vs. 0.512") must be accommodated in the design.

Q: Is SEK100M160ST suitable for existing designs using UPW2C100MPD? A: SEK100M160ST matches the electrical specifications and voltage rating but requires PCB layout modification due to different lead spacing (0.138" vs. 0.197") and diameter (0.315" vs. 0.394"). The advantage is active product status, ensuring long-term availability. The ESR specification of 19.9 Ohm should be evaluated against the original design requirements.

Q: What is the impact of reduced lifetime ratings in substitute parts? A: UPS2C100MPD and UVZ2C100MPD have lower lifetime ratings (2000 Hrs and 1000 Hrs respectively) compared to the original UPW2C100MPD (5000 Hrs) at 105°C. This affects the expected service life in high-temperature applications. Applications requiring the full 5000-hour rating should prioritize UVZ2E100MPD or SEK100M160ST, though neither exactly matches the original specification.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant? A: Yes, all substitute parts listed maintain RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, matching the environmental certification of the original UPW2C100MPD.

Q: What should be considered when selecting between Nichicon and Cornell Dubilier alternatives? A: Nichicon alternatives (UPS2C100MPD, UVZ2C100MPD, UVZ2E100MPD) are all classified as obsolete or "Not For New Designs," indicating limited future availability. SEK100M160ST from Cornell Dubilier Electronics is the only active product, providing better long-term supply chain assurance. However, it requires PCB layout modification due to different mechanical dimensions.