PCG1A820MCL1GS

The PCG1A820MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s PCG series, provided in a compact chip-style surface-mount package. It delivers 82 µF of capacitance at a 10 V rating with polarized construction and is specified for automotive applications.

Designed for surface-mount assemblies, the device combines low equivalent series resistance and high ripple-current capability with AEC‑Q200 qualification, making it suitable for demanding electronic environments that require extended temperature and endurance performance.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 82 µF rated capacitance at 10 V provides energy storage for stabilization and power-conditioning functions.
• Low ESR — ESR of 35 mΩ measured at 100 kHz reduces power loss and heat generation in high-frequency applications.
• High ripple-current capability — Rated ripple current of 850 mA at 120 Hz and 1.7 A at 100 kHz supports demanding ripple conditions in power rails.
• Automotive-grade qualification — AEC‑Q200 rating and explicit application listing for automotive indicate suitability for automotive electronic modules.
• Temperature and endurance — Operating range from −55 °C to +105 °C with a specified lifetime of 2000 hours at 105 °C under rated voltage; endurance criteria include capacitance change within ±20% and controlled ESR/tan δ changes after the test.
• Surface-mount chip package — Chip-type radial can SMD package with compact dimensions (L: 6 × D: 5 mm) and recommended land size of 5.3 × 5.3 mm for PCB layout.
• Compliance — RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics — Use in automotive electronic modules where AEC‑Q200 qualification and extended temperature operation are required.
• Surface-mount assemblies — Intended for compact SMD designs that require reliable polarized capacitance in a chip-style can package.
• Power-conditioning circuits — Suited to circuits needing low ESR and high ripple-current handling within the specified voltage and temperature limits.

Unique Advantages

• AEC‑Q200 qualification: Provides an explicit qualification level referenced in the product data for automotive use cases.
• Low-loss polymer chemistry: Conductive polymer construction delivers low ESR (35 mΩ at 100 kHz), improving efficiency in high-frequency applications.
• High ripple-current capacity: Rated for 1.7 A at 100 kHz and 850 mA at 120 Hz to support demanding power rail conditions.
• Wide operating temperature: −55 °C to +105 °C rating enables use across a broad thermal range in fielded systems.
• Durability under stress: Endurance specified as 2000 hours at 105 °C with controlled limits on capacitance, ESR and tan δ changes after the test.
• Compact SMD footprint: Small L × D dimensions (6 × 5 mm) and defined land pattern (5.3 × 5.3 mm) simplify PCB integration in space-constrained designs.

Why Choose PCG1A820MCL1GS?

PCG1A820MCL1GS combines conductive polymer performance with automotive-grade qualification to deliver low ESR, high ripple capability, and proven endurance across a wide temperature span. Its compact chip-style SMD package and clear land size specifications make it straightforward to incorporate into space-conscious assemblies.

This part is well suited for designers and procurement teams targeting robust automotive electronic modules and other surface-mount power-conditioning applications that require verified endurance and thermal performance backed by datasheet-specified limits.

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