PCH1C102MCL1GS

The PCH1C102MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor in a compact surface-mount can package. It delivers 1000 µF capacitance at 16 V with conductive polymer construction for low impedance and robust high-frequency performance.

Designed for demanding power applications, this SMD capacitor supports wide operating temperatures from -55 °C to 135 °C and long-term endurance (4000 hours at 135 °C), making it suitable for systems that require high ripple handling, low ESR, and proven reliability.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Rated Voltage — 1000 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 16 V with ±20% tolerance.
• Conductive Polymer Solid Electrolyte — Solid polymer architecture for stable performance under high-frequency and thermal stress.
• Low ESR & Loss — ESR of 13 mΩ measured at 20 °C / 100 kHz and tan δ of 0.08 (20 °C, 120 Hz) for reduced dissipation in high-frequency power rails.
• High Ripple Current Capability — Handles 1.25 A at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 2.5 A at 100 kHz (high frequency) to support demanding switching supplies and converters.
• Wide Temperature Range & Endurance — Operates from -55 °C to 135 °C with a rated life of 4000 hours at 135 °C.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification — AEC-Q200 rated for applications requiring automotive-recognized component qualification.
• Compact SMD Can Package — φ10 × 12.7 mm can-style SMD (radial can) with surface-mount land size 10.3 × 10.3 mm; supplied in embossed carrier taping with moisture-proof packing.
• Reflow Compatible — SMD construction compatible with lead-free reflow processes up to a 260 °C peak soldering temperature per datasheet soldering conditions.
• RoHS Compliant — Meets RoHS environmental requirements.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — Bulk energy storage and smoothing for power rails in electronic control modules, leveraging AEC-Q200 qualification and high-temperature endurance.
• DC–DC Converters & Power Supplies — Output filtering and decoupling in switching converters where low ESR (13 mΩ) and high ripple current (up to 2.5 A at 100 kHz) reduce losses and voltage ripple.
• Industrial Power Modules — Energy buffering and transient suppression in industrial controllers and power stages that operate across -55 °C to 135 °C.
• Telecom & Infrastructure — Bulk capacitance for power distribution and backup smoothing in telecom power systems requiring reliable high-frequency performance.

Unique Advantages

• High Ripple Handling: Rated for 1.25 A at 120 Hz and 2.5 A at 100 kHz, enabling reliable operation in high-current switching environments.
• Low High-Frequency Losses: 13 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz and tan δ of 0.08 at 120 Hz help minimize heat generation and improve converter efficiency.
• Extended High-Temperature Life: 4000 hours at 135 °C provides long-term stability in elevated-temperature applications.
• Automotive-Qualified: AEC-Q200 rating supports use in automotive-grade designs that require recognized component qualification.
• Surface-Mount Convenience: Compact φ10 × 12.7 mm SMD can with embossed carrier taping simplifies board-level assembly and inventory management.
• Reflow-Compatible Soldering: Designed for lead-free reflow up to 260 °C peak, enabling standard SMD assembly flows.

Why Choose PCH1C102MCL1GS?

PCH1C102MCL1GS combines the low loss and high ripple capability of conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic technology with compact SMD packaging and automotive-grade qualification. Its combination of 1000 µF at 16 V, 13 mΩ ESR (100 kHz), and 4000-hour endurance at 135 °C makes it well suited for power-dense designs that need reliable bulk capacitance, low impedance at high frequency, and extended life in elevated temperatures.

This part is ideal for engineers specifying capacitors for automotive electronics, DC–DC converters, industrial power modules, and telecommunications equipment where high ripple currents, low ESR, and temperature resilience are required. RoHS compliance and tape-and-reel packaging further support efficient manufacturing and regulatory needs.

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