UCW1E471MNL1GS

The UCW1E471MNL1GS is a chip-type aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon designed for surface-mount applications. It delivers 470 µF at 25 V in a compact radial can SMD package and is compatible with automated carrier-tape feed for high-volume assembly.

Targeted for automotive and industrial electronics, this capacitor combines low impedance across a wide temperature range and long operational life for reliable power filtering and decoupling in demanding environments.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 470 µF rated capacitance at 25 V provides bulk energy storage and smoothing in power circuits.
• High-temperature performance — Specified operating temperature range of −25 °C to +105 °C with low-impedance behavior maintained up to +105 °C.
• Long life — Load life rated for 7000 hours at +105 °C, supporting extended reliability in elevated-temperature applications.
• Low impedance — Specified impedance of 160 mΩ supports effective ripple attenuation and transient suppression.
• Ripple current capability — 425 mA at 120 Hz and 850 mA at 10 kHz, enabling use where AC ripple or high-frequency currents are present.
• Automotive qualification — AEC-Q200 qualified and listed for automotive applications.
• Surface-mount package — Radial, can-style SMD package sized 1.0 × 1.0 cm with a recommended land size of 1.03 × 1.03 cm; designed for automated carrier-tape mounting.
• Polarity and tolerance — Polar capacitor with capacitance tolerance of −20% to +20%.

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics — Suitable for automotive electronic modules where AEC-Q200 qualification, high-temperature endurance, and low impedance are required.
• Power supply filtering — Bulk smoothing and decoupling in DC power rails, leveraging 470 µF capacitance and specified ripple current ratings.
• Surface-mount PCB assemblies — Designed for automated assembly with carrier-tape compatibility and compact SMD can packaging.
• High-temperature environments — Applications that operate up to +105 °C benefit from the component’s rated temperature range and 7000-hour life at that temperature.

Unique Advantages

• Extended high-temperature lifespan: 7000 hours at +105 °C provides predictable long-term performance in elevated-temperature systems.
• Automotive-ready qualification: AEC-Q200 rating supports selection for automotive modules and systems requiring industry-recognized component qualification.
• Low-impedance performance: 160 mΩ impedance and specified ripple current handling improve power stability and transient response on compact boards.
• Assembly-friendly SMD form factor: Radial can SMD design and carrier-tape compatibility streamline automated PCB assembly and reduce handling complexity.
• Compact footprint: 1.0 × 1.0 cm package enables high-density PCB layouts while delivering substantial capacitance.

Why Choose UCW1E471MNL1GS?

The UCW1E471MNL1GS balances substantial capacitance with a compact surface-mount can package and automotive-grade qualification from Nichicon. Its combination of low impedance, high ripple-current capability, and a 7000-hour life rating at +105 °C makes it a pragmatic choice for engineers designing robust power subsystems in automotive and other high-reliability applications.

This part is well suited to OEMs and design teams requiring a proven electrolytic solution for compact, automated assembly workflows where temperature endurance and industry qualification are important selection criteria.

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