199D124X9035A2V1E3

Tantalum capacitors are available in various forms, including both electrolytic and surface mount configurations. They are commonly used as surface mount components in a wide variety of electronic circuits and provide a significant advantage over other capacitors in terms of stability, reliability, and robustness. This type of capacitor is also highly efficient, with a much higher energy density than other capacitor types.

The model number 199D124X9035A2V1E3 indicates a tantalum capacitor with a capacitance of 12.4μF, a voltage rating of 35V, and a 40MS rating. The 40MS rating is a measure of the capacitor\'s resilience to short-term overloads, giving an indication of how it will behave during momentary surges in current. The capacitor also has a compact form factor, making it suitable for use in small-form-factor designs.

Tantalum capacitors work by providing electrolytic storage for charge upon application of an external electric potential. They typically employ two electrodes, one an anodic plate and the other a cathodic plate. When an electric potential is applied to the two plates, an electrolytic reaction causes the anodic plate to become highly polarized, allowing for the storage of electrons in the form of an electric field. The capacitance is a measure of the amount of charge that can be stored by the capacitor when the electric potential is applied.

The tight tolerances of tantalum capacitors ensure a much higher level of stability than many other capacitor types, making them ideal for applications requiring a high degree of accuracy. They also have excellent temperature characteristics and are reliable even in extreme conditions. Due to their small form factor, they are well-suited for use in applications with limited space, such as military and aerospace applications. Additionally, they are available in both polarized and non-polarized configurations, allowing for flexibility in their design.

Tantalum capacitors are an attractive option for a wide variety of applications due to their high capacitance, their stability, and their robustness. They are particularly useful in high-precision, high-voltage, and low-leakage circuits, where other types of capacitors are prone to instability. They are also well-suited for applications where the maximum capacitance or voltage rating needs to be limited, or where high temperatures or other harsh conditions can be expected.