The TPSA105K016R0100 is a surface-mount solid tantalum capacitor belonging to the TPSA series manufactured by AVX Corporation. It's designed for general-purpose applications where stable capacitance and reliable performance are required.

Applications

• Power supply filtering: Smoothing voltage ripples in power supplies.
• Decoupling: Providing local energy storage for integrated circuits.
• Bypass capacitors: Shunting high-frequency noise to ground.
• Timing circuits: Used in circuits where specific time delays are needed.
• DC-DC converters: Used as input and output capacitors to stabilize voltage levels.

Features

• Surface Mount Device (SMD): Facilitates automated assembly on printed circuit boards.
• Solid Tantalum Electrolyte: Provides stable electrical characteristics over temperature and frequency.
• Compact Size: Allows for high-density board designs.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets Restriction of Hazardous Substances directives, making it environmentally friendly.
• Polarized Capacitor: Requires proper orientation when installed in a circuit.

Benefits

• High Reliability: Solid tantalum construction ensures long-term stability and performance.
• Stable Electrical Characteristics: Maintains capacitance and ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies.
• Space Saving: Compact size enables smaller and more efficient circuit designs.
• Easy Assembly: Surface mount design simplifies the manufacturing process.
• Environmentally Compliant: RoHS compliance ensures adherence to environmental standards.

Technical Specifications

The TPSA105K016R0100 features a capacitance of 1.0 μF with a tolerance of ±10%, a voltage rating of 16 V, and an ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) of 10 Ohms. This capacitor is designed to operate over a temperature range of -55°C to +125°C. The physical dimensions conform to a standard EIA case size. This part provides stable electrical properties which is crucial for use in a variety of electronic circuits. Its construction and materials ensure reliable performance over the specified operating conditions. Correct polarity must be observed when installing the capacitor to prevent damage.

The TPSA105K016R0100 is suitable for applications that require a stable, reliable, and compact capacitor. The ESR and capacitance values are selected to optimize performance in specific circuit applications. Proper soldering techniques and reflow profiling are necessary during assembly to ensure a robust and reliable connection to the PCB.