Nichicon Products

Nichicon manufactures a comprehensive range of capacitor technologies including: 1) Aluminum electrolytic capacitors - the core product line with radial lead, snap-in, screw terminal, and SMD types, 2) Film capacitors - including polyester, polypropylene, and metallized film types for power electronics, 3) Electric double-layer capacitors (EDLC) - also known as supercapacitors or ultracapacitors for energy storage applications, 4) Conductive polymer aluminum capacitors - featuring ultra-low ESR for high-frequency applications, 5) Hybrid capacitors - combining aluminum electrolytic and EDLC technologies. Each product category is available in numerous series optimized for specific applications such as automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and renewable energy.

Explore our product categories to find detailed specifications for each Nichicon capacitor type.

Choosing the right Nichicon capacitor series depends on your application requirements: For general-purpose industrial applications, the UHE or UHD series offer excellent value with 105°C ratings. For high-ripple current applications, consider the LXZ or LGY series with enhanced thermal performance. For automotive applications requiring AEC-Q200 qualification, the UBY or UBX series are specifically designed for under-hood environments. For ultra-low ESR requirements in high-frequency switch-mode power supplies, the conductive polymer PCF or PCL series provide exceptional performance. For energy storage and backup power applications, the EDLC supercapacitor JJD or JJE series offer high capacitance density. Our FAE team can help you navigate the selection process based on your specific voltage, capacitance, size, and performance requirements.

Use our online capacitor selector tool or contact our technical team for series recommendations.

Nichicon capacitors hold numerous quality and environmental certifications ensuring reliability and compliance: ISO 9001 for quality management systems, ISO 14001 for environmental management, IATF 16949 for automotive quality management. Product-specific certifications include AEC-Q200 for automotive-grade capacitors, UL recognition for safety-critical applications, and various national standards (VDE, CSA, etc.). Environmental compliance includes RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), REACH, and halogen-free options. Nichicon's manufacturing facilities undergo regular audits by third-party certification bodies and major automotive OEMs. All capacitors are 100% tested for capacitance, ESR, leakage current, and withstand voltage before shipment.

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Lead times for Nichicon capacitors vary based on product type, specifications, and order volume. Standard industrial-grade products typically have lead times of 8-12 weeks from factory. Automotive-grade (AEC-Q200) products may require 12-16 weeks due to additional qualification and testing processes. For high-volume or specialized products, lead times can extend to 20+ weeks. We maintain inventory of popular Nichicon series for immediate delivery on many standard items. For production programs with predictable demand, we offer scheduled order programs and buffer stock arrangements to ensure continuous supply. Emergency expediting may be available for critical requirements, subject to factory capacity and additional fees.

Contact our sales team with your specific part numbers and quantity requirements for current lead time information.

Yes, Nichicon provides SPICE simulation models for many of their capacitor series to support circuit design and simulation. These models include accurate representations of capacitance, ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance), ESL (Equivalent Series Inductance), and leakage current characteristics across temperature and frequency. Models are available in popular SPICE formats compatible with major circuit simulation tools including LTspice, PSpice, and SIMetrix. In addition to SPICE models, Nichicon provides application-specific simulation support including lifetime calculation tools, ripple current analysis, and thermal modeling. These resources help engineers optimize their designs for reliability and performance before committing to hardware.

Contact our technical support team to request SPICE models or simulation assistance for your Nichicon capacitor designs.