PLV1E121MCL1

The PLV1E121MCL1 is a radial-lead conductive polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitor with 120 µF capacitance and a 25 V rated voltage. It combines low ESR and high ripple-current capability with long-life endurance for demanding electronics applications.

Designed for through-hole assembly, this φ8 × 9 mm can-style capacitor is suited to power filtering, decoupling and energy-storage roles in systems requiring wide temperature operation and reliable performance over extended high-temperature life.

Key Features

• Conductive polymer electrolyte — Solid conductive polymer design delivers low ESR for improved high-frequency performance and thermal stability.
• Electrical characteristics — 120 µF capacitance with ±20% tolerance and a tanδ (DF) of 0.12 measured at 20°C, 120 Hz.
• Low ESR and high ripple current — ESR of 28 mΩ at 20°C/100 kHz, with rated ripple currents of 1 A at 120 Hz and 2 A at 100 kHz.
• Leakage and reliability — Specified leakage current of 600 µA and endurance of 3000 hours at 105°C under rated voltage.
• Temperature range and ruggedness — Operates from −55°C to +105°C and meets resistance-to-soldering-heat and damp-heat steady-state criteria in the PLV series specification.
• Package and mounting — Radial lead, can package; dimensions φ8 × 9 mm with 3.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm). Available in bulk or bag packing (no terminal forming).
• Standards and compliance — RoHS compliant and AEC-Q200 listed in the product data.

Typical Applications

• Power supply filtering — Low ESR and high ripple-current capability make it suitable for smoothing and bulk decoupling in power rails.
• DC–DC converter output — Compact φ8 × 9 mm package provides stable output filtering where space is limited and high-frequency performance matters.
• Embedded and industrial electronics — Long 3000-hour life at 105°C supports extended operation in temperature-challenging environments.
• Automotive electronics — AEC-Q200 compliance and wide temperature range support use in automotive-related power and control modules.

Unique Advantages

• High ripple tolerance: Rated for 1 A (120 Hz) and 2 A (100 kHz), enabling reliable handling of AC stress in power circuits.
• Low loss at high frequency: 28 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz reduces heat generation and improves converter efficiency in switching applications.
• Long elevated-temperature life: 3000 hours at 105°C provides predictable aging and margin for designs exposed to sustained high temperatures.
• Compact through‑hole form factor: φ8 × 9 mm can with 3.5 mm lead spacing fits space-constrained boards while retaining robust radial-lead mounting.
• Standards-backed reliability: RoHS compliance and AEC-Q200 listing support regulated and automotive-related program requirements.
• Predictable leakage and loss characteristics: Specified leakage current (600 µA) and tanδ (0.12) at reference conditions aid design margin calculations.

Why Choose PLV1E121MCL1?

PLV1E121MCL1 is positioned for engineers needing a compact, low-ESR conductive-polymer capacitor with verified high-ripple capability and long-term reliability at elevated temperatures. Its combination of electrical performance, AEC-Q200 listing, and RoHS compliance makes it appropriate for power-centric roles in embedded, industrial, and automotive-related systems.

Choose this part when you require stable capacitance, low loss at high frequency, and documented endurance under 105°C operation to help ensure predictable system behavior over product life.

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