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Tantalum Capacitors

Tantalum capacitors are the most common type of non-polarized capacitor. They are the secondary form of electrolytic capacitors but possess the benefit of being able to perform both high and low voltage circuits. Tantalum capacitors are generally used in high frequency and power applications due to their higher capacitance per volume and, in turn, higher relative dielectric constant than other types of capacitors. As a result, these capacitors are usually more reliable and have less leakage current than other types of capacitors. This makes them ideal for applications that require a capacitor to maintain a steady voltage.

The 593D686X0020D2TE3 tantalum capacitor is a high-performance capacitor series specifically designed for industrial, medical and military applications. It is ideal for applications where high capacitance and high voltage need to be achieved. The capacitor has a maximum Capacitance of 10µF, two pins and an operating temperature range of -40°C to +105°C. It features a unique construction which offers high reliability, low ESR and high capacitance in a very small footprint.

The working principle behind a tantalum capacitor is the same as that of any other capacitor. A capacitor functions as a way of storing charge. As current passes through the capacitor, a voltage builds up across its plates. This voltage, and the resulting stored charge, creates a potential energy that can be discharged when needed. To best measure the capacitance of a capacitor, the current and voltage are adjusted until the ideal capacitance is achieved.

The impedance of a tantalum capacitor is determined by its size and the dielectric material used within the capacitor. The size is the main factor impacting impedance, and the dielectric material determines the capacitor’s ability to store charge. The bigger the capacitor, the higher the impedance and thus the higher the frequency response. Some tantalum capacitors have an additional property known as reversible transient capacitance, which allows for a reversed charge reaction in the capacitor.

Applications for tantalum capacitors include, but are not limited to, consumer electronics, telecommunications, high-end medical equipment, and military applications. In consumer electronics, tantalum capacitors are used in power supplies, voltage regulators and decoupling capacitors. This allows them to help manage the power passing between components and helps to reduce electrical interference. Tantalum capacitors are also commonly used in cellular phones, personal computers, high-end audio equipment, and satellite communications.

Tantalum capacitors, with their high capacitance and small physical size, offer a number of benefits when compared to other types of capacitors. With the 593D686X0020D2TE3 series in particular, these benefits are amplified due to the high capacitance, high temperature operating range, and low ESRs. As a result, this series is ideal for a wide range of power-hungry applications.