PCY0E561MCL1GS

The PCY0E561MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic surface-mount capacitor from Nichicon’s PCY series. It delivers 560 µF at 2.5 V in a compact SMD can (6.7 × 6.3 mm) engineered for sustained operation at elevated temperatures.

Designed for demanding environments, this part combines low ESR, high ripple handling and a long-rated life of 12,000 hours at 125°C, making it suitable for automotive and other high-temperature electronic systems requiring reliable power decoupling and energy storage.

Key Features

• Dielectric / Construction Conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolyte for stable electrical characteristics and improved ESR performance.
• Capacitance & Voltage 560 µF rated capacitance at a nominal voltage of 2.5 V with ±20% tolerance.
• Low ESR ESR of 16 mΩ measured at 100 kHz, enabling effective high-frequency decoupling and reduced loss.
• High ripple capability Ripple current rating of 650 mA at 120 Hz and 1.3 A at 100 kHz to support dynamic power demands.
• Long life at high temperature Endurance rated for 12,000 hours at 125°C, with defined end-of-life limits for capacitance, tan δ and ESR.
• Wide operating temperature Specified for −55°C to +125°C to accommodate harsh thermal environments.
• SMD package & reflow compatible Surface-mount radial can with recommended land 6.6 × 6.6 mm; compliant with lead-free reflow soldering up to a 260°C peak per datasheet reflow limits.
• Standards & compliance AEC-Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU) 2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics Power supply decoupling and energy buffering in automotive modules where AEC-Q200 qualification and high-temperature endurance are required.
• Power modules and DC–DC converters High ripple current capability and low ESR make this capacitor well suited for smoothing and stabilization in compact power stages.
• High-temperature systems Electronics that operate near 125°C benefit from the long-rated life and maintained impedance characteristics up to +125°C.
• Compact SMD designs Small footprint (6.7 × 6.3 mm) and surface-mount packaging support space-constrained board layouts requiring robust capacitance.

Unique Advantages

• Long high-temperature life: Rated for 12,000 hours at 125°C, providing predictable lifespan for designs exposed to sustained elevated temperatures.
• Low high-frequency losses: 16 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz reduces dissipation and supports better voltage stability under switching conditions.
• High ripple tolerance: 1.3 A at 100 kHz (and 650 mA at 120 Hz) enables reliable handling of dynamic current loads in power electronics.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC-Q200 qualification supports use in automotive electronic systems requiring component-level reliability data.
• Lead-free reflow compatible: Designed for lead-free reflow soldering with a 260°C peak allowance, simplifying assembly into modern SMD processes.
• Environmental compliance: RoHS compliant to current directives, helping meet regulatory and sustainability requirements.

Why Choose PCY0E561MCL1GS?

PCY0E561MCL1GS offers a compact, surface-mount solution that balances high capacitance with low ESR and strong ripple-handling capability, all validated for extended operation at elevated temperature. Its AEC-Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance make it a practical choice for engineers developing reliable automotive and industrial high-temperature power systems.

This capacitor is well suited to designers who need predictable end-of-life behavior and long-term robustness in demanding thermal environments while maintaining a small PCB footprint and compatibility with lead-free assembly processes.

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