UPW2C330MHD1TO Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The UPW2C330MHD1TO is a 33 µF, 160 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor in radial configuration manufactured by Nichicon. This component is classified as Not For New Designs, indicating it has been superseded in the product lifecycle. The part operates across a temperature range of -40°C to 105°C with a rated lifetime of 7000 hours at 105°C. Finding equivalent or substitute parts is necessary for applications requiring continued support, maintenance, or where design flexibility permits voltage and lifetime upgrades.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Capacitance	33 µF
Voltage Rating	160 V
Tolerance	±20%
Lifetime @ 105°C	7000 Hrs
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 105°C
Lead Spacing	0.197" (5.00 mm)
Case Diameter	0.492" (12.50 mm)
Height (Seated Max)	0.866" (22.00 mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Package Type	Radial, Can
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the UPW2C330MHD1TO is determined by the following criteria:

Mandatory Compatibility Parameters:

Capacitance: 33 µF (exact match required)
Tolerance: ±20% (exact match required)
Lead Spacing: 0.197" (5.00 mm) (exact match required)
Case Diameter: 0.492" (12.50 mm) (exact match required)
Mounting Type: Through Hole (exact match required)
Package Type: Radial, Can (exact match required)
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 105°C (exact match required)

Allowable Upgrade Parameters:

Voltage Rating: May be equal to or greater than 160 V
Lifetime @ 105°C: May be equal to or greater than 7000 hours
Ripple Current: May be equal to or greater than specified values

All substitute parts listed maintain identical mechanical dimensions and electrical characteristics within the allowable upgrade parameters. Height variation is limited to ±0.020" to ensure PCB clearance compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	UPW2C330MHD1TO	UCS2E330MHD1TO	UCY2E330MHD3TO	UCY2V330MHD1TO	EKXJ351ETE330MK20S
Manufacturer	Nichicon	Nichicon	Nichicon	Nichicon	Chemi-Con
Capacitance	33 µF	33 µF	33 µF	33 µF	33 µF
Tolerance	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%	±20%
Voltage Rating	160 V	250 V	250 V	350 V	350 V
Lifetime @ 105°C	7000 Hrs	10000 Hrs	12000 Hrs	12000 Hrs	10000 Hrs
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
Lead Spacing	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)	0.197" (5.00 mm)
Case Diameter	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)	0.492" (12.50 mm)
Height (Seated Max)	0.866" (22.00 mm)	0.846" (21.50 mm)	0.846" (21.50 mm)	0.846" (21.50 mm)	0.846" (21.50 mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package Type	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can	Radial, Can
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Not For New Designs	Active	Active	Active	Active
Ripple Current @ 120 Hz	180 mA	400 mA	400 mA	380 mA	330 mA
Ripple Current @ 10 kHz / 100 kHz	288 mA @ 10 kHz	800 mA @ 100 kHz	800 mA @ 100 kHz	760 mA @ 100 kHz	825 mA @ 100 kHz

Engineering Selection Recommendations

UCS2E330MHD1TO (Nichicon UCS Series) Select this substitute when a 250 V rated component with extended lifetime (10000 hours @ 105°C) is acceptable. This part is Active status and provides improved reliability margins over the original UPW2C330MHD1TO. Mechanical compatibility is confirmed with 0.020" height reduction, which does not impact PCB clearance for standard through-hole applications.

UCY2E330MHD3TO (Nichicon UCY Series) Select this substitute for applications requiring maximum lifetime extension (12000 hours @ 105°C) at 250 V rating. This part is Active status. REACH Status is listed as REACH Affected; verify compliance requirements for your application jurisdiction before selection.

UCY2V330MHD1TO (Nichicon UCY Series) Select this substitute when the highest voltage rating (350 V) and extended lifetime (12000 hours @ 105°C) are required. This part is Active status and provides the greatest design margin. REACH Status is listed as REACH Affected; verify compliance requirements for your application jurisdiction before selection.

EKXJ351ETE330MK20S (Chemi-Con KXJ Series) Select this substitute for automotive applications requiring AEC-Q200 qualification. This part is Active status with 350 V rating and 10000 hours @ 105°C lifetime. Cross-manufacturer substitution is supported by identical mechanical and electrical parameters. RoHS3 compliance is confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a higher voltage-rated capacitor as a substitute? A: Yes. A capacitor with voltage rating equal to or greater than 160 V is electrically compatible. Higher voltage ratings provide increased design margin and do not degrade circuit performance in applications designed for 160 V operation.

Q: Are all substitute parts mechanically identical to the original? A: All substitute parts share identical lead spacing (5.00 mm), case diameter (12.50 mm), and mounting type (Through Hole, Radial Can). Height variation is 0.020" maximum (original 22.00 mm vs. substitutes 21.50 mm), which is within standard PCB clearance tolerances for through-hole components.

Q: What is the significance of Product Status "Not For New Designs"? A: This designation indicates the UPW2C330MHD1TO has been superseded. All listed substitutes carry Active status, meaning they are current production parts with ongoing manufacturer support and availability.

Q: Can I substitute across manufacturers (Nichicon to Chemi-Con)? A: Yes. The EKXJ351ETE330MK20S from Chemi-Con meets all mandatory compatibility parameters. Cross-manufacturer substitution is valid when electrical and mechanical specifications are identical.

Q: Does higher lifetime rating affect circuit performance? A: No. Lifetime rating reflects expected operational duration under specified conditions. A part with 12000 hours @ 105°C lifetime performs identically to one with 7000 hours @ 105°C in the same circuit application.

Q: What does REACH Affected status mean for part selection? A: REACH Affected indicates the part is subject to European chemical regulations. Verify your application's regulatory requirements before selecting UCY2E330MHD3TO or UCY2V330MHD1TO for markets with REACH compliance mandates.

Q: Are ripple current ratings important for substitution? A: Ripple current capacity is an upgrade parameter. All substitutes provide equal or greater ripple current handling than the original part, ensuring compatibility in existing circuit designs without thermal stress reduction.

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