PCF0E471MCL1GS

The PCF0E471MCL1GS is a surface-mount conductive polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon's PCF series. It delivers 470 µF at 2.5 V with low equivalent series resistance and high ripple-current capability, packaged in a compact φ8 × 7 mm SMD can for space-constrained designs.

Designed for demanding environments, this part is AEC-Q200 qualified, RoHS compliant, and rated for operation from −55 °C to +105 °C with a 2000-hour endurance at 105 °C—making it suitable for applications that require sustained high-temperature reliability and high-frequency power handling.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 470 µF nominal capacitance with a rated voltage of 2.5 V and tolerance of −20% to +20%.
• Low ESR & High-frequency performance — ESR of 20 mΩ measured at 20 °C / 100 kHz supports low-loss operation at high switching frequencies.
• High ripple-current capability — 1.65 A at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 3.3 A at 100 kHz (high frequency) for demanding power-rail filtering and converter output smoothing.
• Leakage and dissipation — Specified leakage current of 235 µA and tan δ (DF) of 0.12 measured at 20 °C, 120 Hz, enabling predictable loss and standby behavior.
• Robust thermal and lifecycle ratings — Operating temperature from −55 °C to +105 °C with a load life (endurance) of 2000 hours at 105 °C.
• SMD packaging and assembly — φ8 × 7 mm radial can (SMD) with embossed carrier taping and moisture-proof packing; compatible with lead-free reflow soldering conditions (260 °C peak correspondence stated in series datasheet).
• Automotive-grade qualification — AEC-Q200 rating for use in automotive-grade designs where AEC-Q200 qualification is required.
• Regulatory compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Automotive power rails — AEC-Q200 qualification plus low ESR and high ripple-current capability make this capacitor suitable for smoothing and decoupling on automotive DC power rails.
• DC-DC converters and point-of-load filtering — High-frequency ripple current rating at 100 kHz and low ESR support output filtering in switched-mode power supplies.
• Compact SMD power modules — Small φ8 × 7 mm SMD can and embossed carrier taping enable integration into space-constrained modules and boards.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple-handling in a compact package — 3.3 A ripple current at 100 kHz with 20 mΩ ESR delivers strong AC performance without large board area.
• Temperature and lifetime assurance — Rated for −55 °C to +105 °C and 2000-hour endurance at 105 °C for reliable long-term operation in elevated-temperature environments.
• Automotive-capable qualification — AEC-Q200 rating provides assurance for designers targeting automotive and other high-reliability systems.
• Surface-mount assembly friendly — SMD can with embossed carrier taping and moisture-proof packing supports automated placement and lead-free reflow processes per series guidelines.
• Predictable electrical characteristics — Specified ESR, tan δ, and leakage current values enable accurate power-loss and thermal budgeting in designs.

Why Choose PCF0E471MCL1GS?

PCF0E471MCL1GS combines conductive polymer aluminum chemistry with low ESR and high ripple-current capability to deliver reliable energy storage and filtering in compact SMD format. Its −55 °C to +105 °C operating range, 2000-hour endurance at 105 °C, and AEC-Q200 qualification make it well suited to demanding electronic systems that require consistent performance under thermal stress.

This part is appropriate for engineers building automotive-grade power systems, compact DC-DC converters, and other designs where space, thermal endurance, and high-frequency ripple handling are critical. RoHS compliance and mass-production availability simplify integration into volume manufacturing.

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