ECA2AM100 Panasonic Capacitor Polarised (Capacitor, Polarized Radial Diameter) In Stock
Panasonic ECA2AM100 is a 10 µF, 100 V aluminum electrolytic capacitor from the M Series with ±20% tolerance and radial leaded 5 mm diameter package. Featuring a wet aluminum dielectric with 0.01 mA leakage current and RoHS-compliant construction, it provides reliable energy storage and filtering. From $0.25, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Panasonic
- Package
- Capacitor, Polarized Radial Diameter
- Pin Count
- 2
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ECA2AM100 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Capacitor Polarised
- Price
- From $0.0260(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 10 µF capacitance at 100 V rated voltage in a compact 5 mm diameter radial leaded body for high-voltage filter applications
- Panasonic M Series wet aluminum electrolytic construction delivers long-term capacitance stability with ±20% tolerance and only 0.01 mA leakage current
- RoHS-compliant, Pb-free with JESD-609 e3 classification for lead-free soldering compatibility at standard through-hole assembly temperatures
- Radial leaded package enables easy through-hole PCB placement with 5 mm lead pitch matching standard DIP and radial component footprints
Applications
The ECA2AM100 is widely used in power supply filtering, bulk energy storage, and decoupling circuits in industrial power converters, audio amplifiers, and motor drive systems where 100 V capacitors up to 10 µF are required. Its radial leaded 5 mm form factor fits standard through-hole PCB designs in AC-DC adapters, lighting ballasts, and SMPS output filter stages. The Panasonic M Series construction ensures stable capacitance over thousands of operating hours in commercial and light-industrial equipment.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| Factory Lead Time | 28 Weeks, 1 Day |
| YTEOL | 6 |
| Capacitance | 10 µF |
| Capacitor Type | ALUMINUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR |
| Diameter | 5mm |
| Dielectric Material | ALUMINUM (WET) |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Leakage Current | 0.01mA |
| Mounting Feature | THROUGH HOLE MOUNT |
| Negative Tolerance | 20% |
| Package Shape | CYLINDRICAL PACKAGE |
| Package Style | Radial |
| Packing Method | BULK |
| Polarity | POLARIZED |
| Positive Tolerance | 20% |
| Rated (DC) Voltage (URdc) | 100V |
| Ripple Current | 70mA |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Tan Delta | 0.10 |
| Terminal Finish | Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Pitch | 2mm |
| Terminal Shape | WIRE |
| Package | Capacitor, Polarized Radial Diameter |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8532.22.00.20 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key electrical ratings of the ECA2AM100 and how do they determine suitable circuit applications?
The ECA2AM100 is rated at 10 µF capacitance with a 100 V voltage rating and ±20% tolerance. These parameters make it suitable for output filter capacitors in 48 V to 85 V DC power supplies, where 100 V provides a comfortable derating margin. The 0.01 mA maximum leakage current is low enough for precision timing and hold circuits that require minimal charge bleed-off during operation.
How does the 5 mm diameter radial package of ECA2AM100 affect PCB layout and footprint compatibility?
The ECA2AM100 has a 5 mm diameter cylindrical body with a standard 2 mm lead pitch, fitting into the same PCB footprint as many radial electrolytic capacitors in the 4.7 µF to 22 µF range at 100 V. This standard footprint allows designers to substitute or upgrade between capacitance values from 4.7 µF to 22 µF on a shared PCB layout, with maximum body heights typically ranging from 11 mm to 15 mm depending on capacitance variant.
Is the ECA2AM100 suitable for use in switch-mode power supply output stages, and what is the typical ripple current handling?
The ECA2AM100 M Series wet aluminum electrolytic capacitor is designed for general-purpose filtering in switch-mode power supplies operating up to 100 V DC. Panasonic M Series capacitors at 10 µF typically support ripple currents in the range of 40-70 mA at 100 kHz and 105°C, depending on case size. For high-ripple SMPS designs above 100 mA ripple, designers should consider paralleling multiple ECA2AM100 units or upgrading to Panasonic's FC or FM series with higher ripple current ratings.
What is the expected shelf life and operating life of the Panasonic ECA2AM100, and how should it be stored before assembly?
The ECA2AM100 carries a YTEOL rating of 6 years for supply availability, and Panasonic M Series aluminum electrolytics are typically rated for 1,000 to 2,000 hours of operating life at 85°C. For storage, the capacitor should be kept at temperatures between -25°C and 35°C with relative humidity below 75% to prevent electrolyte drying and oxide layer degradation. Units stored for more than 2 years should be voltage-conditioned by applying rated voltage through a 1 kΩ series resistor for 30 minutes before circuit installation.
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