PCH1J680MCL1GS

The PCH1J680MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor in an SMD radial can package. It delivers 68 µF capacitance at a 63 V rating with low equivalent series resistance and high ripple current capability.

Built for demanding environments, this capacitor offers long-term high-temperature endurance (4000 hours at 135°C), AEC‑Q200 qualification, and lead-free reflow compatibility to a 260°C peak, making it suitable for automotive and other high-reliability electronic systems.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 68 µF nominal capacitance with a 63 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance for DC-link and bulk storage applications requiring higher voltage support.
• Low ESR & High Ripple Handling: ESR of 28 mΩ measured at 100 kHz and ripple current capability up to 2 A at 100 kHz (1 A at 120 Hz), enabling effective filtering and smoothing in power stages.
• High-Temperature Endurance: Long life specification of 4000 hours at 135°C; rated operating temperature range from −55°C to +135°C for elevated-temperature operation.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification: AEC‑Q200 qualified to support designs that require automotive-level reliability.
• SMD Package & Assembly: Chip-type radial can SMD package designed for surface mounting; compatible with lead-free reflow soldering up to a 260°C peak.
• RoHS Compliance: Conforms to RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863) for regulatory compliance in commercial and automotive products.
• Compact Footprint: Physical size L: 1 × D: 1 cm with recommended surface-mount land size L: 1.03 × W: 1.03 cm for tight board layouts.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — AEC‑Q200 qualification and 135°C endurance make this capacitor suitable for automotive electronic control modules and other vehicle systems requiring high reliability.
• Power Supply Filtering — Low ESR (28 mΩ) and high ripple current capability support bulk smoothing and decoupling in power converters and regulators.
• High-Temperature Industrial Systems — Long life at elevated temperature (4000 h at 135°C) supports industrial power electronics exposed to sustained heat.
• Compact Surface-Mount Designs — Small 1 × 1 cm footprint and SMD mounting fit space-constrained power modules and board-level power stages.

Unique Advantages

• High-Temperature Reliability: Specified for 4000 hours at 135°C, enabling longer service life in hot environments.
• Improved Power Handling: Low ESR (28 mΩ at 100 kHz) and 2 A ripple current at 100 kHz reduce losses and support robust filtering under dynamic load.
• Automotive-Grade Assurance: AEC‑Q200 qualification provides a recognized reliability baseline for vehicle electronics.
• Reflow-Ready SMD Form Factor: Lead-free reflow compatibility to 260°C simplifies automated assembly and integration into modern SMT processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS conformity supports deployment in regulated markets and simplifies product compliance efforts.
• Space-Efficient Design: 1 × 1 cm package and defined land pattern allow use in compact PCB layouts without sacrificing performance.

Why Choose PCH1J680MCL1GS?

PCH1J680MCL1GS combines conductive polymer aluminum chemistry with a compact SMD radial-can package to deliver low ESR, high ripple current capability, and extended high-temperature life. Its AEC‑Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance position it for demanding automotive and industrial power applications where long-term reliability and thermal endurance are required.

This part is well suited for engineers designing compact power subsystems, automotive electronics, and high-temperature industrial boards that require verified performance at elevated temperatures and compatibility with lead-free reflow assembly.

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