PCG1A152MCL1GS

The PCG1A152MCL1GS from Nichicon is a surface-mount conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor in the PCG series, offering 1500 µF capacitance at a 10 V rating. It combines low ESR and high ripple-current capability with a compact SMD can package for demanding power electronics.

Designed for automotive applications and mass production deployment, this part delivers a wide operating temperature range (−55 °C to +105 °C) and a 2000-hour endurance at 105 °C, targeting use in systems where robust power decoupling and long-term reliability are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 1500 µF nominal capacitance with ±20% tolerance and a 10 V rated voltage for bulk energy storage and decoupling on low-voltage power rails.
• Conductive-Polymer Electrolyte — Solid conductive polymer construction as part of Nichicon’s PCG series for stable electrical characteristics across temperature.
• Low ESR — ESR of 13 mΩ measured at 20 °C / 100 kHz, enabling efficient high-frequency performance and reduced power loss in switching environments.
• High Ripple Current Capability — Low-frequency ripple current of 2.45 A (120 Hz) and high-frequency ripple current of 4.9 A (100 kHz) to support demanding transient and switching loads.
• Thermal & Endurance Performance — Rated for −55 °C to +105 °C with endurance of 2000 hours at 105 °C, meeting the PCG series endurance and impedance-ratio criteria.
• Leakage and Loss Angle — Specified leakage current of 3000 µA and tan δ of 0.12 at 20 °C, 120 Hz for predictable loss behavior in designs.
• SMD Can Package & Assembly-Ready — φ10 × 12.7 mm can-style SMD package with embossed carrier taping and moisture-proof packing for automated pick-and-place production.
• AEC-Q200 Rated — Series-level AEC-Q200 rating included in product specifications for automotive-grade applications.

Typical Applications

• Automotive power electronics — AEC-Q200-rated capacitor suited for DC–DC converter output filtering and power-rail smoothing where low ESR and high ripple handling are required.
• Automotive control modules (ECU) — Provides bulk decoupling and transient energy for control units operating across −55 °C to +105 °C with 2000-hour endurance at elevated temperature.
• Space-constrained vehicle electronics — Compact φ10 × 12.7 mm SMD can reduces board footprint while supporting automated assembly via embossed carrier taping and moisture-proof packaging.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple-current handling: Supports both low-frequency (2.45 A at 120 Hz) and high-frequency (4.9 A at 100 kHz) ripple currents, enabling reliable operation in switching power environments.
• Low ESR for improved efficiency: 13 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz minimizes I²R losses and thermal rise, improving power-conversion efficiency and thermal margin.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC-Q200 designation at the series level supports use in automotive systems requiring qualified components.
• Robust thermal endurance: 2000-hour life at 105 °C and −55 °C to +105 °C operating range provide long-term stability in elevated-temperature applications.
• Production-ready packaging: Embossed carrier taping and moisture-proof packing simplify automated assembly and handling for high-volume manufacturing.
• Compact SMD can form factor: φ10 × 12.7 mm size delivers high capacitance density for designs with limited board area.

Why Choose PCG1A152MCL1GS?

The PCG1A152MCL1GS combines the performance attributes of Nichicon’s PCG conductive-polymer series—high capacitance density, low ESR, and substantial ripple-current capability—with automotive-oriented endurance and packaging for mass production. Its specifications are targeted at designers who need a compact, robust capacitor for power-rail smoothing and energy-storage in vehicle electronics.

With AEC-Q200 series-level qualification, long high-temperature endurance, and automated-assembly friendly packaging, this part is suited to engineers specifying components for durable, high-reliability systems where consistent electrical performance over temperature and time is essential.

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