T197A175K125AS

Tantalum capacitors, sometimes called, tantalum- fixed capacitors, are electronic components which have a high electrical capacity and are used to store electrical energy. They are found in all kinds of electronic products, from laptop computers to cell phones, and are popular among designers for their small size and reliable performance.

The main component of a tantalum capacitor is a dielectric material, usually ceramic, and a cathode and anode. They can be made in several different shapes and sizes depending on the application. A variety of different types of tantalum capacitors are available, and the most common are those marked T197A175K125AS.

The T197A175K125AS is a standard, general- purpose tantalum capacitor. It has a range of capacitance from 6.3µF to 2200µF, a rated voltage of 25VDC, and a temperature range of -55°C to +125°C. This type of capacitor is ideal for use in a variety of applications, including power supply decoupling, DC/DC converter circuits, and in high-volume consumer electronics.

The working principle of the T197A175K125AS, like that of all capacitors, is based on the fact that electrons possess an inherent polarity. When the voltage across the two terminals of a capacitor is different, electrons will be attracted from the area of negative potential to the area of positive potential, forming a layer of charge. When the voltage applied to the capacitor is held constant, it will continue to store a charge equal to that of the applied voltage. The amount of charge a capacitor is able to store is called its capacitance. It is this capacity that enables it to be used in a variety of applications.

One of the most common uses for T197A175K125AS capacitors is in power supply circuits. They can be used to filter and decouple the power supply, reducing the level of noise from the power supply rails. This helps to eliminate problems caused by transient voltage spikes, as well as helping to reduce the amount of power wasted during switching.

Another common application for T197A175K125AS capacitors is in DC/DC converter circuits. A DC/DC converter is used to convert a higher voltage DC power supply to a lower voltage one. A capacitor placed in series with the output of the converter acts as a filter, preventing electrical noise and other interference from passing through to the load. By doing this, the converter can provide a more stable output voltage.

T197A175K125AS capacitors are also frequently used to reduce the amount of power wasted during switching in consumer electronics. In many modern devices, such as cell phones, the power supply is always on. A capacitor connected in parallel with the power supply will act as a temporary store of energy, meaning that energy is not wasted each time a switch is turned on or off. This can significantly reduce the amount of power a device consumes.

Overall, T197A175K125AS capacitors are an invaluable electronic component. They can be used in a variety of different circuits and applications and are suitable for use in most circuits in which a capacitor is required.