PCZ1C102MCL1GS

The PCZ1C102MCL1GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic chip capacitor in Nichicon’s PCZ series, specified for surface-mount applications. It provides low ESR, high ripple-current capability and a long 2000-hour life at 150°C, making it suited for electronics that must operate across a wide temperature range.

Key use cases include automotive electronic systems and other high-temperature applications where AEC‑Q200 qualification, lead‑free reflow compatibility and compact SMD packaging are required.

Key Features

• Electrical Performance — 1 mF rated capacitance at 16 V with ±20% tolerance; very low ESR of 13 mΩ measured at 100 kHz for improved ripple handling.
• Ripple Current — High ripple current ratings: 1.1 A at 120 Hz and 2.2 A at 100 kHz to support dynamic power rail demands.
• Wide Temperature Range — Operating temperature from −55°C to +150°C, designed for reliability in elevated ambient conditions.
• Long High‑Temperature Life — Endurance rated at 2000 hours at 150°C, with defined limits for capacitance change, tan δ and ESR after endurance.
• Surface-Mount Package & Assembly — Chip-type SMD (radial, can – SMD) designed for lead‑free reflow soldering with a 260°C peak reflow profile.
• Qualification & Compliance — AEC‑Q200 qualified and RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863), supporting regulated and automotive applications.
• Compact Footprint — Package dimensions L: 1.27 × D: 1.00 cm with recommended land size L: 1.03 × W: 1.03 cm for PCB layout.

Typical Applications

• Automotive electronics — Designed for use in automotive systems where AEC‑Q200 qualification and wide temperature capability are required.
• High-temperature electronic assemblies — Suitable for circuits that must operate or be stored at elevated ambient temperatures up to 150°C.
• Surface-mount power modules — Intended for SMD power rail decoupling and bulk storage in assemblies that use lead‑free reflow processes.

Unique Advantages

• Low ESR for tighter power regulation: 13 mΩ at 100 kHz reduces voltage drop under high-frequency ripple and supports stable power delivery.
• High ripple-current capability: Specified ripple currents at both low and high frequencies (1.1 A at 120 Hz, 2.2 A at 100 kHz) help the capacitor handle dynamic load currents.
• High-temperature durability: 2000 hours endurance at 150°C provides a measurable reliability margin for elevated-temperature designs.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC‑Q200 rating confirms suitability for automotive-grade design and qualification flows.
• Lead‑free reflow compatible: SMD chip design rated for 260°C peak reflow simplifies assembly with modern lead‑free processes.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS conformity supports compliance requirements for commercial and regulated markets.

Why Choose PCZ1C102MCL1GS?

The PCZ1C102MCL1GS combines conductive polymer aluminum chemistry with a compact SMD can package to deliver low ESR, high ripple-current capability and robust high-temperature endurance. Its AEC‑Q200 qualification and RoHS compliance make it appropriate for demanding environments where reliability and regulatory conformity are required.

This part is well suited to designers specifying durable, high-capacitance surface-mount components for automotive and other high-temperature applications that require lead‑free assembly compatibility and clear electrical performance specs.

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