PCH1E101MCL4GS

The PCH1E101MCL4GS is a chip-type conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's PCH series. This SMD capacitor delivers low ESR and high ripple-current capability in a compact can-style surface-mount package designed for demanding thermal environments.

Engineered for applications that require long-term operation at elevated temperatures, the part combines AEC-Q200 qualification, RoHS compliance, and a 4000-hour endurance rating at 135°C to provide a reliable energy-storage and decoupling solution for harsh environments.

Key Features

• Electrolyte and construction — Conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolyte in a chip (can) SMD package for stable electrical performance.
• Capacitance and tolerance — 100 µF with ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Voltage rating — Rated voltage 25 V for mid-voltage power designs.
• Low ESR and high ripple current — ESR of 27 mΩ at 100 kHz; ripple current ratings of 550 mA at 120 Hz and 1.1 A at 100 kHz support high-frequency and power applications.
• High-temperature endurance — Rated for 4000 hours at 135°C with specified post-endurance limits on capacitance, tan δ, and ESR.
• Wide operating temperature — Specified to operate from −55°C to +135°C for elevated-temperature systems.
• Surface-mount, lead-free assembly — SMD can-type package compatible with lead-free reflow soldering conditions up to 260°C peak per the datasheet.
• Industry qualification and compliance — AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for regulated environments.
• Compact footprint — Size: L 8 × D 6.3 mm with recommended land pattern L 6.6 × W 6.6 mm for board-level integration.

Typical Applications

• Automotive systems — Suitable for vehicle electronics where AEC-Q200 qualification and operation to 135°C are required.
• Power electronics — Low ESR and high ripple capacity make this part suited to power rails, DC–DC converter outputs, and local energy storage in compact modules.
• High-temperature electronics — Long-life rating at elevated temperature supports use in assemblies exposed to sustained thermal stress.

Unique Advantages

• Long high-temperature life: 4000 hours at 135°C provides predictable end-of-life behavior for thermal designs.
• Low ESR at high frequency: 27 mΩ (100 kHz) reduces losses and supports higher ripple currents, improving power efficiency in high-frequency circuits.
• AEC-Q200 qualified: Official series qualification supports deployment in regulated automotive and high-reliability applications.
• Lead-free reflow compatible: SMD construction meets lead-free reflow soldering conditions up to a 260°C peak for modern assembly processes.
• Compact SMD can: Small footprint (8 × 6.3 mm) and defined land pattern simplify board layout while providing higher capacitance than many ceramics of similar size.
• RoHS compliant: Meets applicable RoHS directives for environmentally regulated products.

Why Choose PCH1E101MCL4GS?

The PCH1E101MCL4GS delivers a balanced combination of high-temperature endurance, low ESR, and compact surface-mount packaging for applications that demand reliable power filtering and energy storage under thermal stress. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and 4000-hour rating at 135°C make it appropriate for designs where qualification and long-term stability matter.

This part is ideal for engineers specifying capacitors for mid-voltage power rails in automotive and other high-reliability systems seeking a compact, high-performance conductive polymer solution with lead-free reflow compatibility and verifiable datasheet limits.

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