PLX1D121MCL1

The PLX1D121MCL1 is a radial-lead conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's PLX series. It delivers low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and high ripple-current capability in a compact radial can package for demanding electronic environments.

Designed for automotive electronics and other high-reliability markets, this 120 µF, 20 V polarized capacitor offers a wide operating temperature range and a long-life rating for sustained performance in elevated temperatures.

Key Features

• Capacitance & Voltage — 120 µF rated capacitance at 20 V with ±20% tolerance, suitable for power filtering and decoupling in low-voltage systems.
• Conductive Polymer Electrolyte — Solid conductive polymer construction enables low ESR and stable performance across temperature and frequency.
• Low ESR — 27 mΩ equivalent series resistance measured at 100 kHz, supporting efficient energy transfer and reduced heat generation.
• High Ripple Current — Rated for 800 mA at 100 kHz and 400 mA at 120 Hz, allowing reliable handling of dynamic load currents.
• Long Life at Elevated Temperature — Endurance rating of 3000 hours at 125°C with specified limits on capacitance change, tan δ, and ESR.
• Temperature Range & Stability — Operates from –55°C to +125°C; impedance characteristics specified to remain within defined ratios vs. +20°C at 100 kHz.
• Automotive-Grade Qualification — AEC-Q200 qualified for use in automotive electronic applications.
• Radial Lead Package — Radial can package with 3.5 mm lead spacing and lead-free flow soldering compatibility; RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Automotive Electronics — Filtering and decoupling on vehicle power rails where AEC-Q200 qualification and high-temperature endurance are required.
• Power Supply Filtering — Bulk and decoupling capacitor for DC–DC converters and voltage regulators needing low ESR and high ripple current handling.
• Industrial Control Electronics — Energy smoothing and transient handling in control modules operating across a wide temperature range.

Unique Advantages

• Low ESR (27 mΩ at 100 kHz): Enables lower voltage drop and improved thermal performance under high-frequency operation.
• High Ripple-Current Capability: 800 mA at 100 kHz and 400 mA at 120 Hz support dynamic loads and reduce stress on upstream components.
• High-Temperature Endurance: 3000 hours at 125°C provides predictable lifetime performance in elevated-temperature environments.
• Wide Operating Temperature: –55°C to +125°C operation supports both cold-start and high-temperature duty cycles.
• AEC-Q200 Qualified: Meets automotive qualification requirements for customers specifying automotive-grade components.
• Radial, Lead-Free Solder Compatible: Through-hole radial can package with lead-free flow soldering compatibility simplifies board-level assembly for legacy and robust designs.

Why Choose PLX1D121MCL1?

The PLX1D121MCL1 balances low impedance, high ripple-current capability, and proven high-temperature endurance in a compact radial package. Its conductive polymer construction and AEC-Q200 qualification make it appropriate for engineers specifying robust power-filtering components for automotive and industrial systems.

Choose this capacitor when you need a dependable, high-performance polarized solution with defined long-life characteristics at elevated temperature and clear electrical specifications for ESR, ripple current, and operating range.

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