PCV1H680MCL1GS

The PCV1H680MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor in Nichicon’s PCV series, specified at 68 µF and 50 V. It combines high voltage capability with low ESR and high ripple-current handling in a compact SMD package, making it suitable for demanding electronic systems.

Designed for long-term operation, the capacitor offers a 3000-hour load life at 105°C, AEC-Q200 qualification, RoHS compliance, and lead-free reflow soldering compatibility to a 260°C peak. These attributes position it for use where reliability, thermal endurance, and compact surface-mount integration are required.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 68 µF capacitance rated at 50 V for energy storage and decoupling in mid-voltage circuits.
• Low ESR — 29 mΩ ESR measured at 100 kHz, reducing loss and improving efficiency in high-frequency power paths.
• High Ripple Current — Rated ripple currents of 1.3 A at 120 Hz and 2.6 A at 100 kHz to support high-demand power conditioning and smoothing.
• Long Life & Temperature Range — Load life of 3000 hours at 105°C and operating range from −55°C to +105°C for extended reliability under thermal stress.
• Surface-Mount Package — Chip-type SMD (radial can SMD style) with compact dimensions L: 1.27 × D: 1.00 cm and recommended land size L: 1.03 × W: 1.03 cm for PCB space-efficient designs.
• Manufacturing Compatibility — Lead-free reflow soldering compatibility with a 260°C peak correspondence and soldering profiles defined in the datasheet.
• Compliance & Qualification — RoHS compliant and AEC-Q200 qualified, supporting regulated and automotive-grade applications.
• Polarized Electrolyte — Polar capacitor construction for correct circuit integration where polarity is managed.

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics — Suited for vehicle systems that require AEC-Q200 qualification and components capable of operating up to 105°C with long load life.
• Power conditioning — Used in power-supply decoupling and smoothing where low ESR and high ripple-current capability reduce noise and heat.
• Compact SMD designs — Ideal for space-constrained printed circuit boards that need a surface-mount, high-voltage capacitor with robust thermal performance.

Unique Advantages

• High-frequency performance: Low ESR at 100 kHz (29 mΩ) and specified high-frequency ripple current enable efficient operation in switching and DC–DC converter circuits.
• Thermal endurance: Rated for −55°C to +105°C operation with a 3000-hour load-life at 105°C, providing predictable behavior in elevated-temperature environments.
• Automotive-ready qualification: AEC-Q200 qualification signals suitability for regulated automotive applications requiring component-level reliability.
• Reflow-capable SMD form factor: Lead-free reflow compatibility to a 260°C peak supports modern assembly processes without special handling.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliant construction simplifies use in markets that require restricted-substance adherence.

Why Choose PCV1H680MCL1GS?

PCV1H680MCL1GS offers a balance of high-voltage rating, low ESR, and elevated ripple-current capability in a compact surface-mount conductive polymer aluminum package. Its 3000-hour life at 105°C and AEC-Q200 qualification make it a reliable choice for systems where thermal endurance and long-term stability are important.

This part is well suited to engineers designing compact power and automotive-grade electronics that demand robust, surface-mount capacitors with verifiable performance characteristics and lead-free reflow compatibility. Choosing this capacitor helps maintain board-level reliability while simplifying assembly and regulatory compliance.

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