UWT1C101MCL1GB

The UWT1C101MCL1GB is a chip-type aluminum electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon’s UWT series, optimized for surface-mount deployment on high-density PC boards. It delivers 100 µF nominal capacitance at a 16 V rating and is polarized for typical DC smoothing and decoupling tasks.

Designed for demanding environments, this part supports an operating temperature range of -55 °C to +105 °C, is AEC-Q200 qualified, RoHS compliant, and is compatible with automated assembly via carrier tape.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 100 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 16 V, with ±20% tolerance.
• Wide Temperature Range — Specified operation from -55 °C to +105 °C, suitable for temperature-challenging applications.
• Surface-Mount Chip Package — Chip-type radial can SMD package sized L: 5.4 × D: 6.3 mm with recommended land size 6.6 × 6.6 mm for high-density PCB layouts.
• Automated Assembly Ready — Applicable to automatic mounting machines when fed with carrier tape.
• Reliability & Endurance — AEC-Q200 qualified with a rated lifetime of 1000 hours at 105 °C; endurance and shelf-life characteristics are defined in the UWT series specification.
• Electrical Characteristics — Polarized device with specified ripple current ratings of 60 mA at 120 Hz and 90 mA at 10 kHz; leakage current requirements and tan δ limits are defined in series documentation.
• Regulatory Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — Suitable for automotive electronic modules that require components qualified to AEC-Q200 and capable of operating across wide temperature ranges.
• High-Density PCB Designs — Chip-type, low-profile SMD format for smoothing and decoupling on space-constrained boards.
• Automated Production Lines — Designed for use with carrier-tape feeding to support high-volume automated placement and assembly.

Unique Advantages

• Wide operating temperature capability: Supports -55 °C to +105 °C operation, enabling reliable performance in thermal extremes.
• AEC-Q200 qualification: Provides component-level qualification targeted at demanding, reliability-focused designs.
• Compact SMD form factor: Small L 5.4 × D 6.3 mm package and defined land pattern simplify layout for high-density boards.
• Defined endurance profile: Rated for 1000 hours at 105 °C, with series-specified endurance and shelf-life characteristics for predictable long-term behavior.
• Assembly-friendly: Compatibility with carrier-tape automated mounting reduces handling time and supports high-volume production.
• RoHS compliance: Meets current RoHS requirements for restricted substances.

Why Choose UWT1C101MCL1GB?

UWT1C101MCL1GB combines a compact chip-type SMD package with a wide operating temperature range and AEC-Q200 qualification, making it well suited for engineers building reliable, compact electronics where thermal robustness and board density are priorities. The part’s defined endurance (1000 hours at 105 °C), controlled electrical characteristics, and automated-assembly compatibility simplify design validation and production planning.

This capacitor is ideal for projects and product lines that require proven, specification-driven components—especially designs in automotive and other temperature-challenging environments where long-term robustness and regulatory compliance matter.

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