Overview
The Mallory CGS471T250R3C is a Type CGS high-cap screw terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor engineered for demanding industrial and commercial applications. With a capacitance of 470 µF and rated voltage of 250 VDC, this unit provides robust filtering and energy storage in power supplies, motor drives, and industrial control circuits. The CGS series combines large capacitance values with proven reliability for legacy and modern equipment requiring dependable performance.
Key Features
- 470 µF capacitance at 250 VDC rated voltage
- Screw terminal connection for secure, field-replaceable mounting
- Operating temperature range -40°C to +85°C for wide environmental compatibility
- DC leakage current limited to 6.0 mA maximum for safe operation
- High-capacity design suitable for filtering and energy storage roles
- Proven Mallory/CDE brand quality for industrial electronics
Technical Specifications
- Capacitance: 470 µF
- Rated Voltage: 250 VDC
- Series: CGS (High-Cap Screw Terminal)
- Capacitor Type: Aluminum Electrolytic
- Terminal Type: Screw Terminal
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
- DC Leakage Current: 0.006 √CV (not to exceed 6.0 mA after 5 minutes)
- Manufacturer: Cornell Dubilier / Mallory
Typical Applications
- Power supply filtering in industrial equipment
- Motor drive circuits and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
- Energy storage and burst power delivery
- DC link filtering in power electronics
- Legacy industrial control system upgrades
- High-voltage circuit smoothing and stabilization
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial power supplies rated 250 VDC or lower
- Motor control centers and drive systems
- UPS and DC backup systems
- Legacy industrial control equipment
- Custom electronics requiring 470 µF at 250V
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Original Mallory CGS471T250R3C units
- Equivalent CDE Type CGS series 470 µF / 250V models
Works With
- Standard DC power supply designs
- Analog and digital industrial electronics
- Retrofit and maintenance applications
- Equipment using metric M-series connectors or screw terminals
