PCR1E681MCL1GS

The PCR1E681MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic surface-mount capacitor optimized for high-reliability, high-temperature applications. It delivers low ESR and high ripple current in a compact SMD can package, with a rated capacitance of 680 µF at 25 V and ±20% tolerance.

Designed for demanding environments, the part is AEC-Q200 qualified, rated for operation from -55°C to +125°C, and specified for a long operational life of 4000 hours at 125°C. It also meets lead-free reflow soldering conditions up to a 260°C peak.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage: 680 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 25 V with ±20% tolerance.
• Conductive Polymer Construction: Solid conductive polymer aluminum electrolytic chemistry for stable electrical performance and low ESR.
• Low ESR & High Ripple Current: ESR of 14 mΩ measured at 100 kHz (20°C); ripple current ratings of 2.25 A at 120 Hz and 4.5 A at 100 kHz.
• Wide Temperature Range & Long Life: Rated -55°C to +125°C with endurance specification of 4000 hours at 125°C.
• Reliability & Qualification: AEC-Q200 qualified and specified to meet ESR requirements after endurance at -40°C; leakage current and capacitance stability defined by the datasheet endurance and damp heat tests.
• SMD Package & Assembly Compatibility: Surface-mount radial can package (L: 1.6 × D: 1.0 cm) with recommended land size L: 1.03 × W: 1.03 cm; compatible with lead-free reflow soldering (260°C peak profile).
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).
• Polarized Device: Polarized aluminum electrolytic capacitor for DC applications requiring polarity awareness.

Typical Applications

• Automotive systems — Suited to automotive electronics applications that require AEC-Q200 qualification and wide temperature capability up to +125°C.
• High-temperature assembly processes — Designed for assemblies that use lead-free reflow soldering with a 260°C peak solder profile.
• Compact SMD power modules — Fits space-constrained surface-mount layouts (L: 1.6 × D: 1.0 cm) where low ESR and high ripple current are needed.

Unique Advantages

• Long high-temperature life: 4000 hours at 125°C provides predictable performance over extended elevated-temperature operation.
• Low-loss power handling: 14 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz and 4.5 A ripple current (100 kHz) support efficient filtering and power smoothing in compact designs.
• AEC-Q200 qualification: Provides a documented reliability baseline for use in applications requiring component-level automotive qualification.
• Reflow-friendly SMD form-factor: Surface-mount radial can with specified land pattern and compatibility with 260°C peak lead-free reflow simplifies assembly integration.
• Temperature resilience: Specified operation from -55°C to +125°C and defined ESR performance after endurance and low-temperature conditions.

Why Choose PCR1E681MCL1GS?

The PCR1E681MCL1GS combines conductive polymer aluminum chemistry with a compact SMD can package to deliver low ESR, high ripple capability, and long life at elevated temperatures. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance make it suitable for designs that demand documented reliability and environmental compliance.

This capacitor is well suited for engineers specifying compact, high-performance power filtering or energy-storage solutions in temperature-challenging assemblies and automotive-grade systems. The defined endurance, damp-heat, and soldering heat characteristics provide predictable behavior through manufacturing and field life.

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