Enhancing Electronic Detonation Systems with Vishay’s TANTAMOUNT Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors: A Robust Solution for Reliable Performance in Harsh Environments
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 rigorous testing to guarantee reliable detonation in tough conditions.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has launched a new line of surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors that are tailored for electronic detonation systems. The Vishay Sprague TX3 series capacitors are built with a strong mechanical design and have low leakage current, as well as 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 compared to other capacitive technologies. This allows them to deliver more energy for proper ignition, making them well-suited for remote detonation systems in mining and demolition. The use of tantalum anode technology and Vishay's high-quality dielectric formation guarantees stable electrical performance in harsh environments.
In order to guarantee reliability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing compared to standard commercial capacitors. Each capacitor is tested for surge current using standard methods and goes through two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical performance across different production lots. The capacitors are enclosed in hard plastic resin to protect the capacitive element and lead frame, making them a durable solution. 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 different case sizes, B and C, and offers a capacitance range of 10 µF to 100 µF with voltage ratings from 16 V to 25 V. The capacitance tolerance can go as low as ± 10%. These devices have an ESR range of 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, are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and are considered Vishay Green.
You can now request samples and order production quantities of the recently released solid tantalum capacitors, but be aware that there is a lead time of 10 to 12 weeks. For pricing information, reach out to your nearby Vishay representative.
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