Tantalum Capacitors
A high-quality 10uF 25V tantalum capacitor with excellent stability and accuracy.
- Capacitance: 10uF
- Voltage Rating: 25V
- Temperature Stability: Excellent
- Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +85°C
- Accuracy: ±10%
- RoHS Compliance: Compliant
Top Features:
- High-quality construction
- Excellent temperature stability
- Moisture resistant
- Low leakage current
Tantalum capacitors are a subtype of electrolytic capacitors made of tantalum metal acting as an anode, covered by a thin oxide dielectric layer, and surrounded by a conductive cathode. They offer higher capacitance per volume, superior frequency characteristics, and excellent stability over time. While generally polarized, they provide benefits in various circuits like laptops, automotive, and cell phones.
The downside of tantalum capacitors is their failure mode, which can lead to thermal runaway, fires, and explosions. However, using external failsafe devices like current limiters or thermal fuses can prevent these issues. With technological advancements, tantalum capacitors find applications in a wide range of electronic devices.
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