Enhancing Electronic Detonation Systems with Vishay’s TANTAMOUNT Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors: Robust Design and Stringent Testing for Reliable Performance in Harsh Environments
Vishay's solid tantalum chip capacitors improve the performance of electronic detonation systems. TANTAMOUNT devices have a strong design with a low 0.005CV DCL and strict testing standards to guarantee reliable detonation in tough conditions.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has released a new line of TANTAMOUNT surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors, tailored for use in electronic detonation systems. The Vishay Sprague TX3 series capacitors are built with a strong mechanical design and have low leakage current (DCL) and strict testing standards, providing improved performance and reliability compared to regular tantalum capacitors and MLCCs.
The capacitors released today have low DCL values of 0.005CV and a high energy density compared to other types of capacitors. This allows them to provide more energy for reliable ignition, making them well-suited for use in remote detonation systems in mining and demolition. The tantalum anode technology and high-quality dielectric formation from Vishay ensure that these capacitors maintain stable performance in challenging environments.
In order to guarantee dependability, TX3 series capacitors are subjected to more rigorous testing compared to standard commercial capacitors. Each capacitor undergoes 100% surge current testing using standard methods, as well as two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical characteristics across different production batches. These capacitors are enclosed in hard plastic resin to provide a durable solution, with higher shock (100 g) and vibration (20 g) resistance compared to MLCCs, meeting MIL-STD-202 standards.
The TX3 series is available in two case sizes, B and C, with capacitance ranging from 10 µF to 100 µF and voltage ratings from 16 V to 25 V. The capacitance tolerance can go as low as ± 10%. These devices have ESR values between 0.700 Ω and 2.3 Ω at +25 °C, a ripple current of up to 0.438 A, and can operate at high temperatures of up to +125 °C. The TX3 series features lead-free terminations and is compliant with RoHS, halogen-free, and Vishay Green standards.
You can currently obtain samples and larger quantities of the recently released solid tantalum capacitors, but there is a waiting period of 10 to 12 weeks before they are delivered. To inquire about pricing, reach out to a Vishay representative in your area.
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