PCF1C221MCL1GS

The PCF1C221MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor in a surface-mount radial can package. It provides 220 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating with low ESR and high ripple current characteristics tailored for demanding power applications.

Designed and qualified for automotive use (AEC-Q200), the component supports operation from −55°C to +105°C and offers a 2000-hour load life at 105°C. The part is supplied in embossed carrier taping with moisture-proof packing for automated assembly.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 220 µF nominal capacitance with a rated voltage of 16 V and tolerance of −20% to +20%.
• Low ESR and High Ripple Current — ESR of 20 mΩ measured at 100 kHz and high-frequency ripple current of 3.9 A at 100 kHz (low-frequency ripple current 1.95 A at 120 Hz), enabling effective handling of dynamic load conditions.
• Conductive Polymer Electrolyte — Solid conductive polymer construction for stable electrical characteristics and low loss (tanδ = 0.12 at 20°C, 120 Hz).
• Automotive Qualification — AEC-Q200 rated and listed with automotive as a designated application, supporting automotive-grade reliability requirements.
• Wide Temperature & Endurance — Operating temperature range of −55°C to +105°C with a rated load life of 2000 hours at 105°C.
• SMD Radial Can Package — φ10 × 10L package (L: 1 × D: 1 cm) in a surface-mount radial can format, supplied on embossed carrier tape with moisture-proof packing for reflow assembly.
• Leakage & Stability — Specified leakage current of 704 µA and endurance specifications that limit capacitance and ESR changes after life and damp-heat testing.
• RoHS Compliant — Compliant with RoHS requirements.

Typical Applications

• Automotive — Power rail smoothing: Low ESR and high ripple capability make the capacitor suitable for smoothing on-vehicle power rails that demand stable performance under dynamic loads.
• Automotive — DC-DC converter output filtering: The combination of 220 µF capacitance, low ESR (20 mΩ @100 kHz) and high-frequency ripple handling supports filtering at converter outputs.
• Automotive — Space-constrained SMD designs: Surface-mount radial can format and embossed carrier taping enable automated placement in compact, high-reliability automotive assemblies.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple tolerance: 3.9 A high-frequency ripple current rating and 1.95 A low-frequency rating address demanding ripple conditions without excessive heating.
• Low loss and stable dissipation: tanδ of 0.12 (20°C, 120 Hz) and low ESR support efficient power handling and reduced thermal stress in high-frequency circuits.
• Automotive-grade reliability: AEC-Q200 qualification and a 2000-hour life at 105°C provide traceable reliability for vehicle electronics.
• Broad temperature operation: −55°C to +105°C operating range maintains electrical performance across harsh environmental extremes.
• Assembly-ready packaging: Supplied in embossed carrier tape with moisture-proof packing for reflow-compatible SMD assembly processes.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS-compliant construction supports regulatory requirements for modern electronics manufacturing.

Why Choose PCF1C221MCL1GS?

The PCF1C221MCL1GS combines conductive polymer aluminum technology with a compact SMD radial can package to deliver low ESR, high ripple current handling, and verified endurance at elevated temperatures. Its AEC-Q200 rating and 2000-hour life at 105°C position it for robust use in automotive power electronics where sustained performance and reliability are required.

This part is suited to designers specifying capacitance and voltage for high-frequency, high-ripple environments in automotive assemblies, and for manufacturers seeking SMD packaging with automated assembly support and RoHS compliance.

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