PLV1K120MDL1

The PLV1K120MDL1 from Nichicon is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor in a radial lead, can-style package. It combines an 80 V rated voltage with low ESR and high ripple-current capability to support demanding power-conditioning roles.

Designed for automotive applications and built to AEC-Q200 requirements, this part offers a long endurance specification of 3000 hours at 105°C and an operating temperature range of −55°C to +105°C, delivering reliability under elevated temperature and ripple stress conditions.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 12 µF nominal capacitance with an 80 V rated voltage and ±20% tolerance for stable energy storage in high-voltage circuits.
• Low ESR — Equivalent series resistance of 38 mΩ measured at 100 kHz, enabling improved filtering performance and reduced loss at high frequencies.
• High Ripple Current — 950 mA at 120 Hz and 1.9 A at 100 kHz, supporting sustained AC current handling for power-supply decoupling and smoothing.
• Long Life & High Temperature Endurance — Qualified for 3000 hours at 105°C, with specified endurance characteristics (capacitance, tan δ, ESR, leakage) after test conditions.
• Automotive-Grade Reliability — AEC-Q200 compliant and suitable for applications requiring automotive-grade component qualification.
• Radial Lead Package — Radial, can-style package with 3.5 mm lead spacing and dimensions L: 1.2 × D: 0.8 cm, compatible with through-hole assembly and lead-free flow soldering conditions.
• Wide Temperature Range — Rated for −55°C to +105°C operation, maintaining impedance characteristics across temperature extremes.
• RoHS Compliant — Conforms to RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Automotive power rails — Effective for decoupling and smoothing on 80 V-class power lines where low ESR and high ripple tolerance reduce voltage noise and loss.
• DC–DC converter output filtering — Supports high-frequency ripple currents (1.9 A at 100 kHz) to improve regulator stability and transient response.
• High-voltage power conditioning — Suited to circuits requiring a compact radial polymer capacitor with elevated voltage rating and long-term thermal endurance.

Unique Advantages

• High-voltage capability: 80 V rating provides headroom for elevated supply rails within the PLV series range.
• Low-loss operation: 38 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz minimizes power dissipation and supports efficient high-frequency decoupling.
• Strong ripple handling: 950 mA (120 Hz) and 1.9 A (100 kHz) ripple ratings allow reliable operation under continuous AC stress.
• Long high-temperature life: 3000 hours at 105°C endurance supports deployments in thermally demanding environments.
• Automotive qualification: AEC-Q200 compliance aligns the part with automotive reliability expectations.
• Through-hole packaging: Radial lead, can-style package with 3.5 mm lead spacing simplifies prototyping and robust PCB mounting.

Why Choose PLV1K120MDL1?

PLV1K120MDL1 balances high-voltage capability, low ESR, and strong ripple-current performance in a compact radial can package, making it well suited for automotive and other high-stress power-conditioning roles. Its 3000-hour life rating at 105°C and AEC-Q200 compliance provide designers with a clear specification for durability under elevated temperature and ripple load.

This component is appropriate for engineers specifying dependable through-hole polymer electrolytic capacitors for high-voltage DC filtering, DC–DC converter outputs, and other applications where long-term thermal endurance and low-loss behavior are required.

If you would like availability information, a preliminary quote, or to discuss suitability for your design, please request a quote or contact our sales team to review specifications and lead-time details.