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 with low 0.005CV DCL and strict testing standards to guarantee reliable detonation in tough conditions.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has launched a new line of TANTAMOUNT surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors that are tailored for electronic detonation systems. The Vishay Sprague TX3 series capacitors are designed with a strong mechanical structure, low leakage current (DCL), and rigorous testing standards to provide improved performance and reliability compared to standard tantalum capacitors and MLCCs on the market.
The capacitors released today have low DCL values of 0.005CV and a high energy density due to their use of tantalum, making them efficient in providing energy for ignition. This makes them well-suited for remote detonation systems in mining and demolition, where reliable discharge is crucial. The capacitors utilize tantalum anode technology and Vishay's superior dielectric formation to maintain stable electric performance in challenging conditions.
In order to guarantee dependability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing compared to standard commercial capacitors. Each capacitor is tested for surge current using standard methods and then undergoes two more tests to ensure consistent electrical characteristics across different production batches. The capacitors are enclosed in hard plastic resin to provide a durable solution. They have higher shock (100 g) and vibration (20 g) resistance compared to MLCCs, meeting MIL-STD-202 standards.
The TX3 series comes in two case sizes, B and C, with capacitance ranging from 10 µF to 100 µF and voltage ratings between 16 V and 25 V. The devices have a capacitance tolerance of ±10% and ESR values ranging from 0.700 Ω to 2.3 Ω at a temperature of +25 °C. They can handle ripple currents up to 0.438 A and operate at high temperatures up to +125 °C. The TX3 series devices have lead (Pb)-free terminations, are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and are considered Vishay Green.
You can now order samples and larger quantities of the new solid tantalum capacitors, but be aware that it may take 10 to 12 weeks for them to be delivered. To inquire about pricing, reach out to a Vishay representative in your area.
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