PCM1C471MCL1GS

The PCM1C471MCL1GS is a conductive-polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor in Nichicon’s PCM series, offered as a surface-mount radial can for automated assembly. It delivers high capacitance (470 µF) at a 16 V rating while maintaining low equivalent series resistance and strong ripple-handling capability.

Designed for demanding environments, this AEC-Q200-qualified, RoHS-compliant capacitor provides long-term operation at elevated temperatures—8000 hours at 125°C—and supports lead-free reflow profiles up to a 260°C peak. These characteristics make it well suited to high-reliability power electronics in automotive and industrial applications.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 470 µF nominal capacitance with a 16 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance at 120 Hz, 20°C.
• Low ESR & High Ripple — 22 mΩ ESR measured at 100 kHz and rated ripple currents of 950 mA at 120 Hz and 1.9 A at 100 kHz for effective ripple smoothing and decoupling.
• High Temperature Performance — Operates across −55°C to +125°C with demonstrated life of 8000 hours at 125°C.
• Automotive-Grade Reliability — AEC-Q200 qualification and specified ESR performance after endurance and at −40°C for stability under automotive stress conditions.
• SMD Compatibility & Reflow — Surface-mount radial can engineered for lead‑free reflow soldering; compatible with peak solder temperatures up to 260°C (reflow a maximum of two times per datasheet guidance).
• Package & Layout — Compact chip form factor with body dimensions L: 0.8 × D: 1.0 cm and recommended land size 1.03 × 1.03 cm for PCB layout.
• Environmental Compliance — RoHS-compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronic modules — Voltage smoothing and decoupling in control modules where AEC-Q200 qualification and high-temperature endurance are required.
• Power management & DC–DC converters — Output filtering and ripple suppression in converter stages that demand low ESR and high ripple current capability.
• Industrial power electronics — Energy storage and decoupling in high-temperature power systems that benefit from long life at 125°C.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple tolerance: Rated ripple currents (950 mA @120 Hz, 1.9 A @100 kHz) reduce thermal stress and improve voltage stability under load.
• Low-loss operation: 22 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz minimizes I²R losses for improved efficiency in power delivery circuits.
• Long high-temperature life: 8000 hours at 125°C supports sustained performance in elevated-temperature environments.
• Automotive-grade robustness: AEC-Q200 qualification and defined ESR after endurance and at −40°C help simplify qualification for automotive programs.
• Reflow-friendly SMD form factor: Designed for lead-free reflow up to a 260°C peak, enabling automated assembly and consistent solder joints.
• Regulatory-ready: RoHS compliance streamlines use in regulated designs.

Why Choose PCM1C471MCL1GS?

The PCM1C471MCL1GS combines high capacitance with low ESR, strong ripple capability and proven high-temperature endurance—attributes that address core needs in power delivery and decoupling for automotive and industrial electronics. Its SMD radial-can package and reflow compatibility support modern assembly while AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance simplify integration into regulated product lines.

This part is suited for engineers and procurement teams specifying capacitors for high-reliability, high-temperature environments where long life, low loss, and automotive-grade validation are important considerations.

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