Enhancing Electronic Detonation Systems Performance with Vishay’s TANTAMOUNT Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors
Vishay's Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors improve the performance of electronic detonation systems. TANTAMOUNT devices have a strong design and low 0.005CV DCL, along with strict testing standards to guarantee dependable detonation in challenging conditions.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has released a new line of TANTAMOUNT surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors that are specifically made for electronic detonation systems. These capacitors, known as the Vishay Sprague TX3 series, have a strong design, low leakage current, and undergo strict testing to ensure 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 in comparison to other capacitive technologies. This allows them to provide more energy for reliable ignition, making them well-suited for remote detonation systems in mining and demolition settings. The use of tantalum anode technology and Vishay's superior dielectric formation ensures consistent electrical performance even in challenging conditions.
In order to guarantee reliability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing compared to standard commercial options. Each capacitor is tested for 100% surge current using standard methods, and also undergoes two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical characteristics across different production lots. These capacitors are encased 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 (EIA 3528-21) and C (EIA 6032-28), and offers a capacitance range from 10 µF to 100 µF with voltage ratings between 16 V and 25 V. The capacitance tolerance can be as low as ±10%. These devices have an equivalent series resistance (ESR) ranging from 0.700 Ω to 2.3 Ω at +25 °C, a ripple current up to 0.438 A, and can operate at high temperatures up to +125 °C. They have lead (Pb)-free terminations and are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and Vishay Green.
The new solid tantalum capacitors are currently available for sampling and ordering in large quantities. Lead times for delivery are estimated to be between 10 to 12 weeks. To inquire about pricing, it is recommended to reach out to a local Vishay representative.
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