TAJA225K010
Solid tantalum capacitors, 2.2uF, 10V, SMD, 10% tolerance
Manufacturer： avx
series introduction
# Introduction to the TAJA225K010 Product Series
## Overview
The TAJA225K010 product series represents a significant advancement in the field of electronic components, specifically in the realm of capacitors. These capacitors are engineered to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of modern electronic circuits, offering a combination of high performance, reliability, and cost - effectiveness.
## Key Specifications
### Capacitance
The TAJA225K010 series is characterized by a capacitance value of 2.2 μF (the "225" in the part number indicates the capacitance value in picofarads, where 22 followed by 5 zeros gives 2200000 pF, which is equivalent to 2.2 μF). This capacitance value makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from filtering and coupling in audio circuits to energy storage in power supply circuits.
### Tolerance
The "K" in the part number denotes a capacitance tolerance of ±10%. This relatively tight tolerance ensures that the actual capacitance value of the capacitor remains within a narrow range around the nominal value. This is crucial in applications where precise capacitance values are required for proper circuit operation, such as in oscillator circuits or precision analog filters.
### Voltage Rating
With a voltage rating of 10 V (indicated by "010" in the part number), the TAJA225K010 series capacitors are designed to operate safely in circuits where the voltage does not exceed this limit. This voltage rating makes them suitable for use in low - voltage electronic devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, and other battery - powered consumer electronics.
## Construction and Design
### Dielectric Material
The TAJA225K010 series utilizes a high - quality dielectric material that offers excellent electrical properties. The choice of dielectric material is carefully selected to provide low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and low equivalent series inductance (ESL). Low ESR is essential for reducing power losses and improving the efficiency of the circuit, especially in high - frequency applications. Low ESL helps to minimize the self - resonance frequency of the capacitor, allowing it to operate effectively over a wider frequency range.
### Package Type
These capacitors are available in a compact and surface - mount package. The surface - mount design makes them ideal for modern printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing processes, as it allows for automated assembly using pick - and - place machines. The compact size of the package also helps to save valuable PCB space, which is a critical consideration in the design of small - form - factor electronic devices.
## Performance Characteristics
### Frequency Response
The TAJA225K010 series capacitors exhibit excellent frequency response characteristics. They are capable of providing stable capacitance values over a wide frequency range, from a few hertz to several megahertz. This makes them suitable for use in both low - frequency and high - frequency applications, such as audio amplifiers, radio frequency (RF) circuits, and switching power supplies.
### Temperature Stability
The capacitors in this series are designed to maintain their performance over a wide temperature range. They have a low temperature coefficient of capacitance, which means that the capacitance value changes only slightly with temperature variations. This temperature stability is crucial in applications where the operating temperature may vary significantly, such as in automotive electronics or industrial control systems.
### Ripple Current Handling
The TAJA225K010 series capacitors are capable of handling relatively high ripple currents. Ripple current is the alternating current component that flows through a capacitor in a power supply circuit. The ability to handle high ripple currents without overheating or degrading in performance is essential for ensuring the reliability and longevity of the capacitor in power supply applications.
## Applications
### Power Supply Circuits
In power supply circuits, the TAJA225
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