T95R157M020HSSS

Tantalum capacitors are electronic components that employ a tantalum anode, which consists of a sintered tantalum pellet and an oxide formed on the surface. They are used in a wide range of applications and are very reliable for their small size and high capacitance. The T95R157M020HSSS is an exceptionally popular tantalum capacitor, which has sturdy construction and advanced technology for long and reliable performance.

Application

The T95R157M020HSSS can be used as a low profile, leaded developmental capacitor with high capacitance. Its small size and enhanced electrical properties make them suitable for decoupling and filtering circuits, voltage regulators, and voltage multiplier circuits. This capacitor comes with an operating temperature range of -55°C to +100°C and can be used across a wide array of industries, such as telecommunications, medical equipment, automotive, aviation, computer, etc. Its military grade quality and low profile design render it very resilient to high humidity and temperature environments. It is also resistant to shock, vibration, and other environmental hazards.

Working Principle

Tantalum capacitors share the same construction and properties with ceramic capacitors, except for the anode material which utilizes a tantalum pellet instead of a ceramic material. The anode in this capacitor is formed by electrochemically oxidizing a tantalum pellet to form a thin oxide layer on its surface. This layer acts as a dielectric and separates the positive and negative electrodes of the device. When a voltage is applied between the two terminals of the device, electric current flows through the oxide layer and a capacitance is achieved.

The capacitance of a tantalum capacitor depends on the size of the anode, its oxide layer thickness, and the distance between the anode and the cathode. Compared to other capacitors, tantalum capacitor has very high capacitance. In addition, the oxide layer also provides superior protection from dielectric breakdown, making these components ideal for high-frequency and high-voltage applications.

Conclusion

The T95R157M020HSSS is a highly reliable and versatile tantalum capacitor that can be used in multiple applications. It has excellent electrical properties, such as an operating temperature range of -55°C to +100°C, high capacitance, and a low profile design, which provides superior protection from environmental hazards. These qualities make it suitable for use in a variety of industries, such as telecommunications, medical equipment, automotive, aviation, computer, etc.