Enhancing Electronic Detonation Systems 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 surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors that are tailored for use in electronic detonation systems. The Vishay Sprague TX3 series capacitors have a strong mechanical design, low leakage current (DCL), and undergo rigorous testing to ensure superior 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 capacitive technologies. This allows them to provide more energy for proper ignition, making them well-suited for remote detonation systems that require reliable discharge in mining and demolition applications. The capacitors use tantalum anode technology and Vishay's superior dielectric formation to maintain stable electrical performance in harsh environments.
In order to guarantee dependability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing than typical commercial capacitors. Each unit is subjected to 100% surge current testing using standard methods, as well as two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical performance across different production batches. The capacitors are enclosed in hard plastic resin to provide a durable solution, with the capacitive element and lead frame protected. These capacitors have 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 devices have a capacitance tolerance of ±10%, ESR values ranging from 0.700 Ω to 2.3 Ω at +25 °C, ripple current up to 0.438 A, and can operate at high temperatures up to +125 °C. They have lead-free terminations and are compliant with RoHS, halogen-free, and are Vishay Green certified.
You can now request samples and order production quantities of the new solid tantalum capacitors, with a waiting time of 10 to 12 weeks. For pricing information, reach out to your Vishay representative in your area.
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