PCA1J470MCL1GS

The PCA1J470MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor from Nichicon’s PCA series. It is a surface-mount, polarized can-type capacitor engineered for low ESR and high ripple-current operation in high-frequency environments.

Designed for applications that demand high reliability and extended high-temperature life, this part is suited to automotive systems and other electronics requiring stable performance across -55 °C to 125 °C and lead-free reflow compatibility.

Key Features

• Core Electricals — 47 µF capacitance with a 63 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance, providing defined bulk capacitance for power circuits.
• Low Impedance / High Ripple Capability — ESR 28 mΩ measured at 100 kHz; ripple current ratings of 1.8 A at 120 Hz and 3.6 A at 100 kHz enable robust handling of AC stress in high-frequency applications.
• High-Temperature Endurance — Rated operating temperature range from -55 °C to 125 °C with a life specification of 4000 hours at 125 °C under rated conditions.
• Automotive Reliability — AEC-Q200 compliant, indicating suitability for designs requiring automotive-grade component qualification.
• Reflow and Assembly — Lead-free reflow soldering compatible with a 260 °C peak (reflow up to two times as specified), and recommended land pattern of 8.3 mm × 8.3 mm.
• Environmental Compliance — Compliant with RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Package and Mounting — Radial can SMD package (chip type) with body dimensions approximately 10 mm × 8 mm (L × D), designed for surface-mount assembly.

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics — Use in control modules and power subsystems that require components meeting AEC-Q200 for reliable operation under automotive temperature and stress profiles.
• High-frequency power circuits — Suitable for decoupling and ripple suppression where low ESR and high ripple current at 100 kHz are required.
• Power-supply filtering — Provides stable bulk capacitance and low impedance for DC bias with superimposed ripple current in compact SMD designs.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple current handling: Rated at 3.6 A (100 kHz) and 1.8 A (120 Hz), enabling better thermal and electrical margin in AC-stressed power circuits.
• Low ESR at high frequency: 28 mΩ (100 kHz) supports lower impedance paths for decoupling and energy delivery in fast-switching environments.
• Extended high-temperature life: 4000 hours at 125 °C provides predictable aging and endurance for long-term deployments.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC-Q200 compliance targets designs requiring industry-recognized reliability standards.
• Lead-free reflow compatibility: Support for 260 °C peak reflow profiles simplifies integration into modern surface-mount assembly processes.
• Compact can-style SMD package: Small footprint with a recommended land size of 8.3 mm × 8.3 mm for space-constrained PCB layouts.

Why Choose PCA1J470MCL1GS?

PCA1J470MCL1GS combines conductive-polymer performance with a compact SMD can package to deliver low ESR, high ripple-current capability, and extended life at elevated temperatures. Its AEC-Q200 compliance and RoHS conformity make it a practical option for designs that must balance reliability, regulatory compliance, and assembly requirements.

This capacitor is well suited for engineers designing high-frequency power circuitry and automotive systems that require predictable electrical behavior, long-term thermal endurance, and compatibility with lead-free reflow processes.

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