Overview
The Mepco/Electra 3186BE273U015BMA2 is a large-can aluminum electrolytic capacitor rated for 27,000µF at 15VDC. This computer-grade component is part of the proven 3186 series family, widely used in industrial power supplies, UPS systems, telecom equipment, and legacy computer systems. The high capacitance value makes it suitable for bulk energy storage and noise filtering applications requiring stable, long-term performance.
Key Features
- High Capacitance: 27,000µF rated value provides substantial energy storage in a single component
- Computer Grade: Designed for industrial-grade reliability and extended operational life
- 85°C Operating Rating: Suitable for warm ambient environments commonly found in powered cabinets and enclosed systems
- Compact Can Form: Large aluminum can with solder or terminal leads (BMA2 configuration)
- -10% to +75% Tolerance: Standard capacitance tolerance for cost-effective industrial designs
- Proven 3186 Series: Decades of field-proven reliability in legacy and current industrial equipment
Technical Specifications
- Capacitance: 27,000µF (27000 microfarads)
- Voltage Rating: 15VDC
- Case Style: Large aluminum can (3186 series)
- Terminal Type: Solder lugs or screw terminals (BMA2)
- Tolerance: -10% to +75%
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Dielectric Type: Aluminum oxide film
- Surge Rating: Standard per manufacturer specifications
- Grade: Computer grade for industrial applications
Typical Applications
- Industrial switching power supplies and rectifier filtering
- Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) backup systems
- Telecommunications and network equipment
- Test and measurement instrumentation
- Legacy computer and server equipment refurbishment
- Industrial control panel power conditioning
- Bulk energy storage and transient suppression
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial power supply designs rated 15VDC or lower
- DC filtering and energy storage circuits in control systems
- Retrofit applications in computer-grade equipment
- Systems originally specified with Mepco or Electra capacitors
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The 3186BE273U015BMA2 is a direct replacement for equivalent 27,000µF 15VDC computer-grade capacitors from the Mepco/Electra 3186 series. Verify exact terminal configuration (BMA2) matches your application. Alternate sources include Cornell Dubilier equivalents from the 3186 series lineage.
Works With
- Industrial power supply reference designs requiring 27,000µF bulk capacitance
- UPS and backup power systems with 15VDC rail specifications
- Legacy industrial equipment and computer systems
- Custom power conditioning circuits and test setups
