UCX1C471MCS1GS

The UCX1C471MCS1GS is a chip-type aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's UCX series designed for high-temperature, high-reliability applications. It is a surface-mount, carrier-tape compatible device specified for operation from -40°C to +135°C and is AEC-Q200 qualified for demanding environments.

With a rated capacitance of 470 µF at 16 V, defined ESR after -40°C testing, and a 2000-hour endurance at 135°C, this part targets automotive and other applications that require stable capacitance, controlled ESR, and long-term performance under elevated temperature stress.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 470 µF rated at 16 V, meeting common decoupling and energy-storage needs in power rails.
• High Temperature Operation: Rated for -40°C to +135°C continuous operation with endurance specified as 2000 hours at 135°C.
• Low-temperature ESR Specification: ESR characterized (150 mΩ at 100 kHz) including after test at -40°C to ensure performance across the temperature range.
• Ripple Current Handling: Specified ripple currents of 250 mA at 120 Hz and 500 mA at 10 kHz for use in switching and high-frequency circuits.
• Surface-Mount, Tape-Fed Package: Chip-type SMD can (radial, can - SMD) specifically designed for placement by automatic mounting machines fed with carrier tape.
• AEC-Q200 Qualified & RoHS Compliant: Qualified to AEC-Q200 and compliant with RoHS directives, supporting qualification requirements for vehicle electronics.

Typical Applications

• Automotive power electronics: Bulk and decoupling capacitance for ECUs and power modules where AEC-Q200 qualification and +135°C endurance are required.
• On-board vehicle sensors and control units: Stable capacitance and defined ESR after -40°C testing help maintain signal integrity and power stability in temperature extremes.
• High-temperature electronic assemblies: SMD packaging and 2000-hour durability at 135°C support use inside temperature-challenged enclosures and modules.

Unique Advantages

• Temperature-rated reliability: Specified operation to +135°C with a 2000-hour endurance rating supports long-term performance in hot environments.
• Measured low-temperature ESR: ESR specified after -40°C testing (150 mΩ at 100 kHz) reduces uncertainty for designers addressing cold-start and low-temperature behavior.
• SMD, tape-fed format: Compatible with automated assembly workflows, enabling volume production and consistent placement.
• High ripple capability: Dual ripple current specs at 120 Hz and 10 kHz allow designers to account for both low- and high-frequency stress in power circuits.
• Industry qualification: AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance simplify adoption in regulated automotive programs and reduce qualification burden.

Why Choose UCX1C471MCS1GS?

The UCX1C471MCS1GS provides a focused solution for engineers needing an SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitor that combines high capacitance, a 16 V rating, controlled ESR across temperature extremes, and proven endurance at +135°C. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and tape-fed SMD package make it suitable for vehicle electronics and other high-reliability systems that demand component-level assurance and automated assembly compatibility.

Choose this part when your design requires verifiable performance across -40°C to +135°C, defined ESR behavior after low-temperature exposure, and long-term thermal endurance—backed by Nichicon's UCX series specification set.

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