PCM1E560MCL1GS

The PCM1E560MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor in an SMD can package designed for high-temperature, high-reliability applications. It delivers 56 µF at 25 V with low ESR and high allowable ripple current while supporting surface-mount lead‑free reflow soldering.

Engineered for demanding environments, this part is specified for operation from -55 °C to 125 °C, AEC‑Q200 qualified, RoHS compliant, and provides a long operational life of 6000 hours at 125 °C for the specified package size.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 56 µF rated at 25 V with ±20% tolerance, suitable for compact power and decoupling applications requiring polarized capacitance.
• Temperature Range: Rated for -55 °C to 125 °C operation, supporting designs that must withstand elevated ambient temperatures.
• Low ESR / High Ripple Performance: ESR of 43 mΩ at 100 kHz, ripple current ratings of 600 mA at 120 Hz and 1.2 A at 100 kHz for robust AC handling and reduced loss.
• Long-Life Reliability: Rated life of 6000 hours at 125 °C for the specified dimensions, with endurance and damp‑heat characteristics defined in the series datasheet.
• SMD, Lead‑Free Reflow Compatible: Chip-type SMD can designed for lead‑free reflow soldering with a 260 °C peak reflow capability per the series specification.
• Industry Qualification & Compliance: AEC‑Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), addressing requirements for regulated and automotive-class designs.
• Compact Package: Physical size L: 6 mm × D: 6.3 mm with surface mount land recommendation of 6.6 × 6.6 mm for PCB layout.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics: Suitable for automotive control modules and power subsystems that require components qualified to AEC‑Q200 and capable of high-temperature operation.
• High-Temperature Power Systems: Use where stable capacitance and low ESR are needed in elevated ambient conditions up to 125 °C.
• Power Supply Filtering: Effective for smoothing and ripple handling in compact DC‑DC converters and power rails due to its low ESR and high ripple current ratings.

Unique Advantages

• High Ripple Handling: Rated ripple currents up to 1.2 A (100 kHz) and 600 mA (120 Hz) reduce heating and improve lifetime in AC‑loaded circuits.
• Low Losses at High Frequency: 43 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz minimizes dissipation and supports efficient power delivery in switching applications.
• High‑Temperature Endurance: 6000 hours rated life at 125 °C for the specified package enables reliable performance in hot operating environments.
• Surface-Mount, Reflow-Compatible: SMD can form factor with lead‑free reflow compatibility simplifies automated assembly and modern SMT production flows.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification: AEC‑Q200 qualification supports use in designs with automotive reliability expectations.
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance ensures compatibility with current environmental regulations.

Why Choose PCM1E560MCL1GS?

PCM1E560MCL1GS combines conductive polymer aluminum technology with a compact SMD can to deliver low ESR, high ripple current capability, and sustained performance up to 125 °C. Its AEC‑Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance make it well suited for applications where reliability and regulatory compliance are required.

This part is ideal for engineers designing automotive electronics, high-temperature power systems, and compact power rails who need a verified, surface-mount capacitor with quantifiable ESR, ripple, and lifetime characteristics to simplify BOM selection and support long-term system robustness.

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