PCL1C220MCL1GS

The PCL1C220MCL1GS from Nichicon is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor in the PCL series, designed for surface-mount applications. It combines low ESR and high ripple-current capability with long-life endurance, making it suitable for demanding electronics environments—particularly automotive applications where AEC-Q200 qualification is required.

This SMD, radial-can package offers a compact 6 × 5 mm footprint with surface-mount land recommendations, RoHS compliance, and lead-free reflow compatibility to a 260°C peak.

Key Features

• Dielectric and Construction Conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor designed for SMD assembly (radial, can - SMD).
• Electrical Performance 22 µF rated capacitance at 16 V with ±20% tolerance; polarized component suited for DC decoupling and bulk energy storage where this value fits the design.
• Low ESR and High Ripple Handling ESR of 90 mOhm measured at 100 kHz and rated ripple currents of 500 mA at 120 Hz and 1 A at 100 kHz support high-frequency decoupling and power-conditioning duties.
• Long-Life Endurance Specified lifetime of 20,000 hours at 105°C, with endurance characteristics defined for capacitance change, tan δ, ESR and leakage current after the endurance test.
• Thermal and Soldering Robustness Operating temperature range from −55°C to +105°C and compatibility with lead-free reflow soldering conditions up to a 260°C peak.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification AEC-Q200 qualified and identified for automotive use in the product data.
• Regulatory Compliance Compliant to RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Package and PCB Footprint Compact dimensions L: 6 × D: 5 mm with recommended PCB land size L: 5.3 × W: 5.3 mm for surface-mount assembly.

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics Use in vehicle electronic modules where AEC-Q200 qualification and long lifetime (20,000 h at 105°C) are required for reliability over time.
• Power conditioning Bulk and decoupling applications that benefit from low ESR (90 mOhm at 100 kHz) and high ripple-current capability (1 A at 100 kHz).
• High-frequency filtering Designs requiring stable impedance across temperature—specified Z ratios at 100 kHz and a −55°C to +105°C operating range support filtering in thermally challenging environments.

Unique Advantages

• Long-term thermal endurance: 20,000 hours at 105°C provides a quantified life expectancy for high-temperature deployments.
• Measurable low-loss performance: 90 mOhm ESR at 100 kHz yields lower power dissipation in high-frequency circuits compared to higher-ESR alternatives.
• High ripple-current rating: Specified 500 mA (120 Hz) and 1 A (100 kHz) ratings support both low- and high-frequency ripple handling needs.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC-Q200 listing supports use in automotive electronics where such qualification is mandated.
• Surface-mount convenience: Chip-type radial-can SMD enables compact PCB implementation with a defined land pattern for repeatable assembly.
• Regulatory readiness: RoHS compliance and lead-free reflow compatibility align with modern manufacturing and environmental requirements.

Why Choose PCL1C220MCL1GS?

The PCL1C220MCL1GS delivers a practical balance of capacitance, voltage rating, low ESR, and ripple-current capability in a compact SMD radial-can package from Nichicon’s PCL series. Its defined long-life specification at elevated temperature and AEC-Q200 qualification make it a suitable choice for engineers specifying robust capacitors for automotive and other reliability-focused electronic designs.

Designers and procurement teams seeking components with verifiable endurance, controlled impedance behavior across temperature, and surface-mount convenience will find the PCL1C220MCL1GS aligns with stringent performance and regulatory requirements while simplifying BOM decisions.

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