Solid tantalum capacitorsThe tantalum capacitor distinguishes itself from other capacitors in having high capacitanceThat property of a system of conductors and dielectrics which permits the storage of electricity when potential difference exists between the conductors. Its value is expressed as the ratio of a quantity of electricity to a potential difference. A capacitance value is always positive. per volume and weight. Relative to other electrolytic capacitors, tantalum capacitors have low resistance, low leakage, and can operate in higher temperature environments, but non-electrolytics are even better in these regards. are chosen for use in applications that require any combination of volumetric efficiency, long-term stability, high-temperature exposure, low noise generation and self-healing.
Both manganese dioxide and conductive polymer-cathodeThe negative electrodeA solid electric conductor through which an electric current enters or leaves in a medium of a capacitor. type capacitors continue to evolve to deliver improvements such as lower equivalent series resistance (ESRLow Equivalent Series Resistance), higher voltage handling capability, increased reliability and continual reductions in physical case size. This article examines the current state of the art for tantalum capacitor technology and its future direction that will enable the development of the electronic devices of the future that will continue to benefit and enhance our lives.
