RNL1C102MDS1

The RNL1C102MDS1 is a radial-lead conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic capacitor from Nichicon's RNL series, offering 1000 µF capacitance at a 16 V rating. Designed for general-purpose power circuitry, it delivers low ESR and high ripple-handling capability in a compact φ8×20 mm can.

Key value comes from its combination of low equivalent series resistance (8 mΩ at 20°C/100 kHz), high frequency ripple current capability (up to 7.5 A at 300 kHz), and a wide operating temperature range of −55°C to 105°C with a 2000-hour endurance at 105°C.

Key Features

• Capacitance and Voltage — 1000 µF nominal capacitance with a 16 V rated voltage and tolerance of −20% to +20%.
• Low ESR — ESR of 8 mΩ measured at 20°C/100 kHz, supporting stable performance in high-frequency power applications.
• High Ripple Current — Low-frequency ripple current of 750 mA (120 Hz) and high-frequency capability of 7.5 A (300 kHz), enabling effective smoothing under dynamic loads.
• Thermal and Reliability — Rated for operation from −55°C to 105°C with a specified load life of 2000 hours at 105°C.
• Form Factor — Radial lead, polarized can in φ8×20 mm size with 3.5 mm lead spacing (±0.5 mm), available in bulk or bag packing.
• Leakage and Loss Characteristics — Leakage current specified at 1600 µA (after 2 minutes at 20°C) and tan δ of 0.12 (20°C, 120 Hz).
• Compliance — RoHS compliant; product is in mass production.

Typical Applications

• General power filtering — Smoothing bulk energy and reducing voltage ripple in general-purpose power supplies, leveraging 1000 µF capacitance and low ESR.
• High-frequency decoupling — Handling high-frequency ripple and transient currents in switching regulator outputs due to 8 mΩ ESR at 100 kHz and 7.5 A ripple capability at 300 kHz.
• Energy storage for short-term loads — Providing local energy reserve for circuits with short, high-current demands within the 16 V rating and specified ripple limits.

Unique Advantages

• Low ESR for improved efficiency: 8 mΩ at 20°C/100 kHz reduces AC losses and voltage drop in high-frequency circuits.
• High ripple capacity: Rated ripple current up to 7.5 A at 300 kHz supports demanding switching environments and reduces the need for parallel components.
• Wide operating temperature range: −55°C to 105°C operation with a 2000-hour life at 105°C provides predictable behavior in elevated-temperature applications.
• Compact radial package: φ8×20 mm can with 3.5 mm lead spacing delivers high capacitance in a small footprint for through-hole designs.
• Ready for production: Mass-production status and RoHS compliance streamline procurement and regulatory needs.

Why Choose RNL1C102MDS1?

The RNL1C102MDS1 balances high capacitance and low ESR in a compact radial-lead package, making it well suited for engineers needing reliable bulk smoothing and high-frequency decoupling at 16 V. Its specified ripple performance (750 mA at 120 Hz, 7.5 A at 300 kHz), low ESR (8 mΩ at 100 kHz), and 2000-hour life at 105°C provide measurable attributes for robust power designs.

This part is appropriate for general-purpose power circuitry where tight ripple control, thermal endurance, and a through-hole radial form factor are required. RoHS compliance and mass-production status support long-term sourcing and integration into production designs.

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