The CWR29HH107KCHB is a surface-mount solid tantalum capacitor manufactured by AVX Corporation, a Kyocera Group Company. It belongs to the CWR29 series, which are military-grade, hermetically sealed tantalum chip capacitors. This capacitor is designed for high-reliability applications, particularly in aerospace, defense, and other critical electronic systems.

Applications

• Aerospace Electronics: Used in aircraft control systems, avionics, and satellite communication equipment.
• Defense Systems: Employed in military communication devices, radar systems, and missile guidance systems.
• Medical Equipment: Integrated into life-support systems, diagnostic equipment, and implantable devices where reliability is paramount.
• High-Reliability Power Supplies: Used in power supplies for critical systems requiring stable and dependable performance.
• Industrial Control Systems: Utilized in control systems for manufacturing, automation, and process monitoring.

Features

• Tantalum Capacitor: Offers excellent stability and reliability compared to other capacitor types.
• Surface Mount Device (SMD): Designed for automated assembly on printed circuit boards, reducing manufacturing costs.
• Hermetically Sealed: Encapsulated in a hermetically sealed package, protecting the capacitor from moisture, contaminants, and harsh environmental conditions.
• Military Grade: Manufactured to meet stringent military specifications, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• High Capacitance Stability: Maintains capacitance value over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies.

Benefits

• Exceptional Reliability: Hermetic sealing and military-grade construction ensure dependable performance in harsh environments.
• Long Lifespan: Tantalum capacitors have a long operational lifespan, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
• Stable Performance: Maintains stable capacitance value under varying operating conditions, providing consistent performance.
• Space-Saving Design: Surface-mount package allows for compact designs and efficient use of board space.
• Reduced Manufacturing Costs: Automated assembly simplifies manufacturing and reduces production costs.

Additional Details

The CWR29HH107KCHB has a capacitance of 100µF (microfarads) with a tolerance of ±10%. Its voltage rating is 15V (volts). The operating temperature range is typically -55°C to +125°C. The capacitor’s dimensions can be found in the datasheet, conforming to standard EIA (Electronic Industries Alliance) case sizes for tantalum capacitors. It also features low equivalent series resistance (ESR), making it suitable for high-frequency applications. The hermetic seal provides excellent protection against humidity, which can degrade the performance of non-sealed capacitors. These capacitors are frequently used in applications where failure can have severe consequences, making their reliability a critical factor. AVX provides detailed datasheets with comprehensive specifications, performance characteristics, and reliability data for this part.