Enhancing Electronic Detonation Systems with Vishay’s TANTAMOUNT Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors: Robust Design and Stringent Testing for Reliable Performance
Vishay's solid tantalum chip capacitors improve the performance of electronic detonation systems. TANTAMOUNT devices have a strong design, low 0.005CV DCL, and strict testing requirements to guarantee reliable detonation in tough conditions.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has released a new line of TANTAMOUNT surface-mount solid tantalum molded chip capacitors that are made for electronic detonation systems. The Vishay Sprague TX3 series capacitors offer improved performance and reliability compared to regular tantalum capacitors and MLCCs, thanks to their durable design, low leakage current, and rigorous testing standards.
The capacitors released today have a low DCL value of 0.005CV and a high energy density compared to other types of capacitors. This allows them to provide more energy for proper ignition, making them suitable for remote detonation systems in mining and demolition applications. The use of tantalum anode technology and Vishay's high-quality dielectric formation ensures stable electrical performance in challenging conditions.
In order to guarantee dependability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing compared to regular commercial options. Each capacitor is subjected to a surge current test with standard methods and also undergoes two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical characteristics across different batches. These capacitors are built to be durable, with their capacitive element and lead frame enclosed in hard plastic resin. They are able to withstand higher levels of shock (100 g) and vibration (20 g) compared to MLCCs, meeting the standards set by MIL-STD-202.
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 capacitance tolerance can be as low as ±10%. These devices have ESR values 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, are RoHS-compliant, halogen-free, and part of the Vishay Green initiative.
You can now get samples and larger quantities of the new solid tantalum capacitors, but there is a 10 to 12 week wait for delivery. To find out how much they cost, contact a Vishay representative in your area.
To find out more, please visit
Eurotech has introduced a new product called BestNet 16×1 HDMI switches. L-com has released USB double-stack adapter couplers and cables to improve data speeds and USB ports. Raspberry Pi products can now be purchased at TME. CUI Devices has added M12 D-Coded models to their circular connectors and cables product lines. L-com has launched new indoor and outdoor NEMA extension cords. congatec has unveiled new SMARC modules based on the NXP i.MX 95 processor series. STMicroelectronics is showcasing their microcontroller innovations and ultra-low power MCUs. They are dedicated to empowering edge AI innovation. Additionally, STMicroelectronics is advancing power electronics for aircraft electrification and supporting wireless connectivity with their STM32 MCUs. ROCKA branded products can be explored at the SMTA Long Island, Michigan events. element14 now carries Murata's UWB and LoRa modules for simplified wireless integration. An AI method has been developed to speed up predictions of materials' thermal properties significantly.