PLS0J821MDO1

The PLS0J821MDO1 from Nichicon is a radial-lead conductive polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitor with a rated capacitance of 820 µF and a rated voltage of 6.3 V. Engineered for general-purpose power-electronics use, it delivers ultra-low ESR and high ripple-current capability in a compact radial can package.

Key value propositions include low equivalent series resistance (8 mΩ at 100 kHz), high allowable ripple current (2.75 A at 120 Hz and 5.5 A at 100 kHz), and long-life endurance (5000 hours at 105°C), combined with RoHS compliance and lead-free flow soldering compatibility.

Key Features

• Electrical Performance — 820 µF capacitance at 6.3 V with ±20% tolerance, polarized design for DC power applications.
• Ultra-low ESR — 8 mΩ measured at 100 kHz, enabling improved ripple handling and reduced power loss in high-frequency circuits.
• High Ripple Current — Rated for 2.75 A at 120 Hz and 5.5 A at 100 kHz to support demanding filtering and decoupling tasks.
• Long Life Endurance — Load life specified at 5000 hours at 105°C, supporting higher-temperature continuous operation requirements.
• Temperature Range & Reliability — Operates from −55°C to +105°C with endurance, damp heat, and soldering-heat resistance criteria defined in the PLS series datasheet.
• Package & Assembly — Radial lead, can-style package with 5 mm lead spacing and compatibility with lead-free flow soldering processes.
• Environmental Compliance — Compliant with the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Switch-mode power supplies — Bulk smoothing and output decoupling where low ESR and high ripple-current capacity improve regulator stability and efficiency.
• DC-DC converters — Output and intermediate filtering in compact through-hole designs requiring reliable high-frequency performance.
• Industrial power electronics — Local energy storage and smoothing in control modules and power subsystems operating across −55°C to +105°C.
• General-purpose electronic equipment — Board-level decoupling and bulk capacitance for devices that benefit from long endurance and lead-free solder process compatibility.

Unique Advantages

• Lower thermal and conduction losses: Ultra-low ESR (8 mΩ at 100 kHz) reduces heat generation and improves power-handling efficiency in high-frequency applications.
• Handles significant ripple: High ripple-current ratings at both low and high frequencies (2.75 A at 120 Hz, 5.5 A at 100 kHz) support demanding filtering duties.
• Designed for long-life operation: 5000 hours at 105°C endurance specification supports deployments with elevated ambient or local board temperatures.
• Through-hole assembly friendly: Radial lead can with 5 mm lead spacing and lead-free flow soldering compatibility eases assembly in mixed-technology PCBs.
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS conformity simplifies integration into products targeting regulated markets.

Why Choose PLS0J821MDO1?

PLS0J821MDO1 delivers a combination of ultra-low ESR, high ripple-current capability, and long thermal endurance in a compact radial can package. These attributes make it a practical choice for designers seeking reliable bulk and filtering capacitance in through-hole formats where heat tolerance and high-frequency performance matter.

Manufactured by Nichicon as part of the PLS series, this part is suited to general-purpose electronic and power applications that require measurable reductions in ESR-related losses, robust ripple handling, and RoHS-compliant assembly processes.

Request a quote or contact sales to discuss availability, pricing, and how PLS0J821MDO1 can meet your board-level capacitance and ripple-current requirements.