M39003/01-2545/98

Tantalum capacitors, more commonly known as "tantalum caps," are electronic devices that store electrical energy in the form of static charge. They are typically polarized capacitors and use tantalum as the anode.

The M39003/01-2545/98 is a particular type of tantalum capacitor which is used for high-end audio and signal processing applications. It is a surface mount capacitor, meaning it is pre-mounted on a circuit board and designed to be soldered and connected with flexible wiring.

The M39003/01-2545/98 has a capacitance of 18uF and an operating voltage of 16 volts. It uses a wet tantalum electrolytic capacitor, which has two electrical contacts, one for the anode and one for the cathode. The electrolyte material is sandwiched between the anode and cathodes and stores the charge. This type of capacitor is capable of sustaining larger potentials than standard wet tantalum capacitors.

The main application fields for the M39003/01-2545/98 is in high-end audio or signal processing applications, where high-accuracy, high-stability capacitors are required. It is also used in other circuits requiring high-reliability solutions, such as high-temperature automotive and aerospace electronics.

The working principle behind the M39003/01-2545/98 is that when a voltage is applied to it, the dielectric material between the anode and the cathode starts to break down. This allows current to flow between the anode and cathode. The current flowing creates a static charge that can store the voltage, and this charge is available to release if the voltage is removed.

The capacitance of the M39003/01-2545/98 is not affected by temperature, allowing it to maintain stable performance over a wide temperature range. It is also chemically inert, meaning it is resistant to moisture and other reactive substances, and therefore can be used in harsh environments.

In summary, the M39003/01-2545/98 tantalum capacitor is a very reliable and versatile device for use in a range of applications. It is well-suited for use in high-end audio and signal processing applications, as well as other demanding environments, due to its robustness and high-accuracy performance.