TH3E226K035A0500

Tantalum Capacitors

Tantalum capacitors, also known as tantalum electrolytic capacitors, are typically applied in specialized electronic rigs such as radio receivers, audio systems and transmitters, and are used in a variety of applications due to their small size and low leakage current. Tantalum capacitors are commonly used in low-voltage, high-current applications to add capacitance to a circuit or system. Commonly used in the telecommunications and computer industries, these types of capacitors are very efficient at storing and releasing electrical energy, making them ideal for applications that require power quickly.

TH3E226K035A0500 Application Field and Working Principle

The TH3E226K035A0500 is a tantalum capacitor, designed for high temperature, high frequency and high voltage applications. This component is mainly used in military and aerospace applications, where its low profile, high reliability and low leakage current make it ideal for sensitive, high-power requirements. It has an All-Welded tantalum construction and utilizes a spiral capacitor design.

Tantalum capacitors work by storing electrical charge in a “dielectric” medium (in the case of the TH3E226K035A0500 this is a tantalum anode). By connecting two capacitors in series, the devices can store and release electrical energy on demand. The charge held in the capacitor is determined by its capacitance, which is dictated by the material used in its construction. The TH3E226K035A0500 utilizes a \'spiral capacitor\' which reduces the required voltage to the capacitor by as much as 60%, making it suitable for a number of high frequency applications.

In operation, the capacitor’s outside (anode) terminal will be negative and the inside (cathode) terminal positive. When a voltage is applied, electrons will flow from the negative terminal to the positive, creating an electrical field which stores energy. This energy is released when the voltage is removed, allowing the capacitor to dampen voltage transients or provide effective harmonics filtering.

By utilizing a low-profile design, the TH3E226K035A0500 is able to provide higher reliability and mobility than traditional tantalum capacitors. This improved efficiency makes it ideal in demanding, highly-sensitive applications, such as aerospace and military electronics. In fact, the widely-used TH3E226K035A0500 has been heavily tested over its life-span, and has proven to provide exceptional performance.