UWJ1A220MCL1GB

The UWJ1A220MCL1GB is a surface-mount aluminum electrolytic chip capacitor from Nichicon's UWJ series, optimized for high-density PCB assembly and automated placement. It delivers 22 µF capacitance at a 10 V rating with low leakage and defined ripple-current handling, making it suitable for power decoupling and smoothing in demanding electronic modules.

Designed for robust operation across a broad temperature range and with AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance, this part targets applications that require reliable, assembly-friendly electrolytic capacitance with specified endurance and ripple performance.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 22 µF rated at 10 V with ±20% tolerance, providing defined bulk/decoupling capacitance for low-voltage power rails.
• Leakage & Ripple Performance: Specified leakage current of 3 µA and ripple-current ratings of 33 mA at 120 Hz and 49.5 mA at 10 kHz, supporting stable performance under AC superposition.
• Endurance and Temperature Range: Rated for 2000 hours at 85°C with an operating temperature range of −40°C to 85°C, enabling sustained performance in elevated-temperature environments.
• AEC-Q200 Qualified: Meets AEC-Q200 requirements, supporting use in automotive and other applications requiring this qualification.
• Surface-Mount, Carrier-Tape Ready: Chip-type, surface-mount package supplied in embossed carrier tape for automated pick-and-place assembly.
• Lead-Free Reflow Tolerance: Designed to withstand a 260°C peak reflow condition (recommended: 260°C peak for 5 s; 230°C over 60 s), compatible with lead-free SMT processes.
• Compliance: RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronic Modules: AEC-Q200 qualification and defined endurance make this capacitor suitable for automotive control and sensor modules where reliable bulk capacitance is required.
• Power Supply Decoupling: Use on low-voltage power rails for smoothing and decoupling in converters, regulators, and power distribution networks.
• Embedded Systems & Controllers: Provides stable capacitance for microcontroller power rails and peripheral power conditioning on compact, high-density PCBs.
• Industrial Control Electronics: Suitable for control boards and monitoring modules that require ripple handling and long-term endurance at elevated temperatures.

Unique Advantages

• Assembly-Friendly Format: Chip-type SMD supplied in embossed carrier tape for automated mounting reduces manual handling and speeds production.
• High-Temperature Reflow Compatibility: Rated for 260°C peak reflow, enabling integration into lead-free SMT assembly flows without special rework processes.
• Defined Endurance Specification: 2000 hours at 85°C gives clear expectations for lifecycle performance in temperature-stressed applications.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification: AEC-Q200 compliance supports usage in designs that require automotive-level component qualifications.
• Low Leakage and Controlled Ripple: 3 µA leakage and specified ripple-current values help maintain power integrity and predictable behavior in decoupling roles.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS conformity simplifies supply-chain compliance for global electronics production.

Why Choose UWJ1A220MCL1GB?

The UWJ1A220MCL1GB combines proven aluminum electrolytic technology with assembly-ready surface-mount packaging and automotive-grade qualification. Its defined leakage, ripple, and endurance specifications give engineers predictable performance for power-decoupling and smoothing applications in embedded, industrial, and automotive electronic modules.

Backed by Nichicon's UWJ series design approach, this capacitor is suited to engineers and procurement teams who need a qualified, supply-chain-friendly component for automated SMT assembly and long-term operation under specified thermal and electrical stress conditions.

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