Enhancing Detonation Systems Performance with Vishay’s TANTAMOUNT Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors: A Robust Solution for Harsh Environments
Vishay's Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors improve the performance of electronic detonation systems. TANTAMOUNT devices have a strong design and undergo rigorous testing to ensure dependable detonation in challenging conditions, with low 0.005CV DCL.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has released a new line of TANTAMOUNT surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors meant for electronic detonation systems. The Vishay Sprague TX3 series capacitors are designed with a strong mechanical structure, low leakage current, and rigorous testing standards to provide improved performance and reliability compared to standard 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 deliver more energy for reliable ignition, making them suitable for use in remote detonation systems in mining and demolition. The tantalum anode technology and high-quality dielectric formation from Vishay guarantee stable electrical performance even in rough conditions.
In order to guarantee dependability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing than typical commercial capacitors. Each capacitor is subjected to 100% surge current testing using standard methods, as well as two additional screenings for important electrical characteristics to reduce variability between production batches. These capacitors are encased in hard plastic resin to ensure durability, with their capacitive element and lead frame protected. Compared to MLCCs, they have higher shock resistance (100 g) and vibration tolerance (20 g) in accordance with MIL-STD-202.
The TX3 series is available in two different case sizes, B (EIA 3528-21) and C (EIA 6032-28), and offers a capacitance range of 10 µF to 100 µF with voltage ratings ranging from 16 V to 25 V. The devices have a capacitance tolerance of ± 10% and ESR values between 0.700 Ω to 2.3 Ω at +25 °C, with a ripple current capacity of 0.438 A and can operate at high temperatures up to +125 °C. These devices have lead (Pb)-free terminations, are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and are part of the Vishay Green initiative.
You can now request samples and order production quantities of the recently released solid tantalum capacitors. The lead times for these products are currently 10 to 12 weeks. To inquire about pricing, please get in touch with a Vishay representative in your area.
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