3D Model Library

The Nichicon 3D Model Library is an indispensable, high-value tool engineered for the precise electro-mechanical verification necessary in contemporary power electronics design. 

We provide 3D CAD models so you can design with confidence. Find 3D CAD data for our aluminum electrolytic capacitors and conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitors below, available in STEP and IGES formats.

Integration with Design Support Tools

Successful component integration demands cross-disciplinary verification, requiring engineers to integrate the 3D model with Nichicon’s other design support tools:

Datasheet and Drawing Integration: After retrieving the 3D model (identified by series and case size), the engineer should then reference the component's full technical Datasheet, accessible through the Document Library. This cross-reference is important to verify crucial electrical parameters (e.g., Capacitance, Rated Voltage (WVDC), Ripple Current Rating, and ESR) and to confirm that the geometric dimensions of the 3D model comply with the official tolerance specifications found in the dimensional drawings.  

SPICE Model Integration: The 3D model addresses physical space, while the SPICE Model Library addresses circuit functionality. Accessing SPICE models is important for circuit simulation efforts, particularly for conductive polymer capacitors, which require detailed modeling of impedance and transient behavior. The design workflow necessitates that the component identified by its physical size in the 3D library is electronically validated using its corresponding SPICE model.  

Lifetime Calculator Interaction: The physical arrangement verified by the 3D model directly impacts thermal management (clearance and airflow), which in turn determines component operating temperature and reliability. The Lifetime Calculator utility uses thermal stress data to predict capacitor reliability. Thus, accurate 3D model placement is a prerequisite for generating reliable lifetime estimations.