The TPSC686M016R0150 is a tantalum capacitor manufactured by AVX Corporation. It belongs to the TPSC series, renowned for its low Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) characteristics and efficient use of space. It is designed for use in circuits needing stable capacitance and low impedance.

Applications

• Power management in portable devices
• DC-DC conversion circuits
• Bulk capacitance for voltage regulation
• Filtering in high-frequency circuits
• Industrial power supplies

Features

• Low ESR performance
• High volumetric efficiency
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) compatible
• Stable capacitance over its operating temperature range
• RoHS Compliant

Benefits

• Enhances efficiency of DC-DC converters due to minimal energy loss
• Reduces voltage ripple in power supplies
• Offers reliable performance under varied environmental conditions
• Saves board space compared to through-hole components
• Facilitates easy integration into automated manufacturing processes

Additional Details

The TPSC686M016R0150 has a capacitance of 68µF with a tolerance of ±20%. Its voltage rating is 16V. The ESR is very low, at 0.150 Ohms, contributing to its efficiency. It is designed for surface mounting. The standard case size is EIA 6032. Tantalum is used as the dielectric. This part finds widespread usage in electronic devices for decoupling and filtering applications. Its low ESR minimizes power dissipation and ensures more stable operation of the associated circuitry.