The TPSA335K016R0400 is a tantalum capacitor manufactured by AVX Corporation. It belongs to the TPSA series, a line of surface-mount, solid electrolytic capacitors. This particular model is designed for applications that require reliable capacitance with a relatively low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance), making it suitable for power management and decoupling applications.

Applications:

• Power supply filtering
• DC-DC converters
• Decoupling in digital circuits
• Voltage regulation circuits
• General-purpose use in electronic circuits

Features:

• Surface mount technology (SMT)
• Solid tantalum electrolytic capacitor
• MnO2 cathode material
• RoHS compliant
• Stable performance across temperature variations

Benefits:

• Reduced voltage ripple in power circuits
• Improved stability and reliability of electronic systems
• Compact size allows for high-density board designs
• Long operational lifespan due to solid tantalum construction
• Lower ESR reduces heat generation and improves efficiency

Technical Specifications:

The TPSA335K016R0400 features a capacitance of 3.3µF with a capacitance tolerance of ±10%. It has a voltage rating of 16V. The ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) is 4.0 Ohms. It is housed in an EIA standard size 'A' case. This capacitor is designed to operate within a temperature range of -55°C to +125°C. The TPSA series from AVX utilizes a solid tantalum electrolytic which provides stable electrical characteristics and long-term reliability. Termination plating is typically tin (Sn) over nickel (Ni).