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 requirements to guarantee dependable detonation in tough conditions.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has unveiled a new line of TANTAMOUNT surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors that are specially made 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 regular tantalum capacitors and MLCCs.
The capacitors released today have low DCL values of 0.005CV and a high energy density of tantalum, making them efficient for providing the necessary energy for ignition. These capacitors are well-suited for use in remote detonation systems that require reliable discharge in mining and demolition settings. With their tantalum anode technology and Vishay's high-quality dielectric formation, these devices offer stable electrical performance in tough conditions.
The TX3 series capacitors undergo rigorous testing to ensure they are reliable, exceeding the standards of typical commercial capacitors. Each capacitor is tested for surge current using standard methods and goes through two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical characteristics across production batches. These capacitors are protected by a hard plastic resin encapsulation for durability. Compared to MLCCs, they have higher shock (100 g) and vibration (20 g) resistance, meeting MIL-STD-202 standards.
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. The devices have voltage ratings ranging from 16 V to 25 V and a capacitance tolerance as low as ± 10%. They 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 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 request samples and order bulk quantities of the recently released solid tantalum capacitors. The estimated time for delivery is between 10 to 12 weeks. To inquire about pricing, reach out to your nearest Vishay representative.
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