UCQ1C101MCL1GS

The UCQ1C101MCL1GS is a chip-type, polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s UCQ series designed for audio equipment and SMD assembly. It delivers 100 µF at 16 V in a compact radial can SMD package optimized for automated mounting and compact PCB layouts.

Engineered for wide temperature operation and extended endurance, this part addresses applications that require reliable filtering and decoupling in harsh environments, including automotive and other temperature-critical electronics.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 100 µF rated capacitance at 16 V with ±20% tolerance (120 Hz, 20°C), suitable for bulk decoupling and smoothing in audio circuits.
• Wide Temperature Range — Rated operating range from −55°C to +105°C to support designs exposed to extreme ambient conditions.
• Endurance and Reliability — Specified for 2000 hours at 105°C; after the endurance test, capacitance change is within ±30%, tan δ ≤ 300% of initial spec, and leakage current remains within initial limits.
• Ripple Performance — Ripple current ratings of 100 mA at 120 Hz and 150 mA at 10 kHz, supporting AC ripple handling in supply and audio circuits.
• Compact SMD Package — Chip-type radial can SMD with body dimensions L: 5.8 × D: 6.3 mm and recommended land size L: 6.6 × W: 6.6 mm for automated pick-and-place assembly.
• Qualification & Compliance — AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), providing documented reliability and environmental compliance for regulated designs.
• Leakage and Dissipation — Leakage current specified as not more than 0.01CV or 3 µA (whichever is greater) after 2 minutes at rated voltage (20°C); tan δ (loss) max at 16 V is 0.22 (120 Hz, 20°C).

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — Suited for in-vehicle audio and electronics systems where AEC-Q200 qualification and wide temperature tolerance are required.
• Audio Equipment — Targeted for audio circuits requiring compact SMD electrolytic capacitors for power supply filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling.
• Automated SMD Assembly — Designed for carrier-tape feeding and automatic mounting, streamlining high-volume manufacturing.

Unique Advantages

• Wide operating temperature: −55°C to +105°C enables reliable operation across demanding thermal environments.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC-Q200 rating supports use in applications that require documented component reliability and quality controls.
• High-temperature endurance: 2000 hours at 105°C specification provides measurable longevity for designs exposed to sustained heat.
• Compact board footprint: Small chip-type radial can (5.8 × 6.3 mm) and a 6.6 × 6.6 mm recommended land pattern help save PCB space in compact designs.
• Manufacturing-friendly: Carrier-tape compatibility and SMD package form factor reduce handling time and improve assembly throughput.
• Measured ripple handling: Explicit ripple ratings at 120 Hz and 10 kHz allow designers to size the capacitor against expected AC stress in power and audio circuits.

Why Choose UCQ1C101MCL1GS?

The UCQ1C101MCL1GS combines audio-focused chip-type construction with automotive-grade qualification and a wide −55°C to +105°C operating range, delivering a reliable SMD electrolytic solution for power filtering and decoupling in temperature-challenging environments. Its compact radial-can footprint and carrier-tape compatibility make it practical for automated manufacturing and space-constrained board designs.

This part is well suited for engineers designing audio systems, automotive electronics, and other applications that require documented endurance (2000 hours at 105°C), controlled leakage and loss characteristics, and a small SMD form factor backed by RoHS compliance.

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