EEE-HB1C471AP Panasonic Capacitor Polarised (Other) In Stock
The EEE-HB1C471AP is a 470 µF 16 V surface-mount aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Panasonic in the HB series SMD case. It features low ESR and high ripple current capability for power supply decoupling and bulk energy storage in compact PCB designs.
- Manufacturer
- Panasonic
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 2
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- EEE-HB1C471AP Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Capacitor Polarised
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 470 µF capacitance at 16 V rated voltage in a surface-mount aluminum electrolytic package for high-density PCB bulk decoupling
- Panasonic HB series low-ESR construction with high ripple current rating suitable for switching power supply output filtering
- SMD case style enables automated reflow soldering and eliminates through-hole drilling, saving PCB area in compact power conversion designs
Applications
The EEE-HB1C471AP is used as an output bulk capacitor in DC/DC converters, switching power supplies, and motor drive circuits where 470 µF at 16 V is required for energy storage and ripple filtering. Its SMD form factor suits consumer electronics, industrial power modules, and automotive infotainment boards where through-hole components are not desirable. The HB series low-ESR design reduces output voltage ripple in high-frequency switching topologies operating up to several hundred kilohertz.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacitance and voltage rating of the EEE-HB1C471AP?
The EEE-HB1C471AP has a capacitance of 470 µF and a rated voltage of 16 V DC. This combination makes it suitable for bulk energy storage and output ripple filtering in 5 V to 12 V switching power supply designs, where the 16 V rating provides adequate voltage derating margin above the nominal operating rail.
How does the Panasonic HB series construction benefit high-frequency switching power supplies?
The HB series design uses a low-ESR electrolyte formulation that reduces voltage ripple at switching frequencies up to several hundred kilohertz. For a 470 µF capacitor at 16 V, low ESR ensures the output voltage excursion stays within ±50 mV during load transients on 5 V or 12 V rails, improving regulation in buck and boost converter outputs.
Is the EEE-HB1C471AP compatible with automated SMT assembly processes?
Yes, the EEE-HB1C471AP uses an SMD case that is compatible with standard reflow soldering profiles. It can be placed by automated pick-and-place equipment and reflowed at peak temperatures specified in Panasonic's reflow guidelines, typically 260°C maximum, making it suitable for high-volume production of power supply boards and consumer electronics.
For a 12 V to 5 V buck converter needing output filtering, why choose the EEE-HB1C471AP over a film capacitor of similar capacitance?
A 470 µF film capacitor at 16 V would be physically much larger than the EEE-HB1C471AP SMD aluminum electrolytic, making the film option impractical for compact PCB designs. The HB series aluminum electrolytic delivers 470 µF in a small SMD footprint with adequate ESR for most switching regulator output stages, while film capacitors of this value would require dedicated through-hole mounting and several times more board area.
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