The T498A225M016ATE4K3 is a surface-mount solid tantalum capacitor manufactured by Kemet. It's part of the T498 series, known for its robust performance and reliability in demanding applications.

Applications:

• Bypass Capacitors: Used to decouple power supply lines and reduce noise in digital circuits.
• Filtering in Power Supplies: Provides smoothing of voltage ripple in DC-DC converters and other power supply circuits.
• Timing Circuits: Can be used in timing circuits where a stable and reliable capacitance value is needed.
• Energy Storage: Provides local energy storage for various electronic components.
• General Purpose Coupling: Blocks DC voltage while allowing AC signals to pass.

Features:

• Surface Mount (SMD): Designed for automated assembly on printed circuit boards.
• Solid Tantalum Construction: Offers stable performance and high reliability.
• Low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance): Minimizes power losses and improves circuit efficiency.
• Stable Capacitance over Temperature: Maintains capacitance value within specified limits over a wide temperature range.
• RoHS Compliant: Complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive.

Benefits:

• High Reliability: Solid tantalum construction ensures long-term reliability.
• Low ESR: Reduces power dissipation and improves circuit performance.
• Stable Performance: Capacitance remains stable over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies.
• Space Saving: SMD design allows for efficient use of board space.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: Suitable for use in harsh environments.

Additional Details:

The T498A225M016ATE4K3 has a capacitance of 2.2μF and a voltage rating of 16V. The tolerance on the capacitance is ±20%. It features a low ESR, which is crucial for applications where minimizing power losses is important. The operating temperature range typically extends from -55°C to +125°C. This capacitor is commonly used in industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics applications. The case size for this particular part is typically an 1206 case size. Packaging is generally tape and reel for automated pick and place.