UWF1C680MCL1GS

The UWF1C680MCL1GS is a chip-type aluminum electrolytic capacitor engineered for surface-mount applications on high-density printed circuit boards. It offers a low-impedance construction in a compact SMD can suitable for automated, tape-fed assembly processes.

Key attributes include a 68 µF capacitance at 16 V, a wide operating temperature range of -55 °C to +105 °C, RoHS compliance, and AEC-Q200 rating for applications where verified component reliability is required. Note: this product is scheduled to be discontinued and is not recommended for new designs.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 68 µF nominal capacitance with a 16 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance.
• Low Impedance — Specified impedance of 800 mΩ to support reduced AC voltage drop in compact power circuits.
• Temperature & Endurance — Rated for -55 °C to +105 °C with endurance specified as 1000 hours at 105 °C.
• Ripple Current Ratings — 75 mA at 120 Hz and 150 mA at 10 kHz frequency specifications for AC stress handling.
• Surface-Mount Chip Package — Radial can SMD chip type, sized L: 6.2 × D: 8 mm, optimized for high-density layouts.
• Assembly Compatibility — Designed for automatic mounting machines fed with carrier tape for efficient, high-volume PCB assembly.
• Regulatory & Reliability — RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) and AEC-Q200 compliant.
• Polarized Design — Polar capacitor construction for appropriate DC applications.
• Recommended Land Pattern — Surface-mount land size L: 8.3 × W: 8.3 mm for PCB layout guidance.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — AEC-Q200 compliance and wide temperature rating suit automotive electronic modules that require validated component reliability.
• High-Density Surface-Mount PCBs — Chip form factor and tape-fed assembly compatibility support compact, automated production for space-constrained boards.
• Power Management on Compact Boards — 68 µF capacitance and specified ripple current ratings make it suitable for localized smoothing and decoupling in compact power circuits.

Unique Advantages

• AEC-Q200 Rated: Provides a level of component reliability accepted for automotive and other demanding applications.
• Wide Operating Temperature: -55 °C to +105 °C rating supports use in harsh thermal environments and temperature-variable installations.
• Tape-Compatible SMD Chip: Designed for carrier-tape feeding to streamline automated pick-and-place assembly and reduce handling time.
• Compact Footprint: Small L: 6.2 × D: 8 mm package with a defined land pattern to help optimize PCB real estate.
• Measurable Ripple Performance: Explicit ripple current specs at 120 Hz and 10 kHz allow designers to size the part against AC stress requirements.
• RoHS Compliance: Conforms to 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863 for regulatory alignment in electronic products.

Why Choose UWF1C680MCL1GS?

The UWF1C680MCL1GS positions itself as a compact, tape-compatible aluminum electrolytic solution for engineers needing a low-impedance capacitor with defined ripple ratings and a broad temperature range. Its AEC-Q200 compliance and RoHS conformity make it appropriate where verified reliability and regulatory compliance are required.

This part is suited for designs that prioritize compact SMD packaging, automated assembly, and measurable electrical endurance. Because the product is scheduled for discontinuation and is not recommended for new designs, it is particularly relevant for maintenance, repair, or production continuity in existing designs that already specify this part.

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