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. The TANTAMOUNT devices have a strong design and meet strict testing standards to guarantee dependable detonation in challenging 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 are designed with a strong mechanical structure, low leakage current, and strict 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 sufficient energy for ignition. These capacitors are well-suited for remote detonation systems in mining and demolition applications that require reliable discharge. Their tantalum anode technology and Vishay's high-quality dielectric formation guarantee stable electric performance even in harsh environments.
In order to guarantee reliability, TX3 series capacitors undergo more rigorous testing than typical commercial options. Every capacitor is tested for surge current using standard methods, and also undergoes two additional screenings to ensure consistent electrical characteristics across different batches. The capacitors are protected by a hard plastic resin, providing 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 is available in two case sizes: B (EIA 3528-21) and C (EIA 6032-28). These capacitors have a capacitance range of 10 µF to 100 µF and voltage ratings from 16 V to 25 V, with a capacitance tolerance of ± 10%. They 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. The devices have lead (Pb)-free terminations and are compliant with RoHS, halogen-free, and Vishay Green standards.
You can now get samples and larger quantities of the new solid tantalum capacitors, but there is a wait of 10 to 12 weeks. To find out the prices, reach out to a Vishay representative in your area.
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