Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors – KEMET T110 Series and T212 MIL-PRF-39003

Category: Capacitors, Electronics, Kemet Electronics Corporation

Overview of KEMET Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors

The KEMET T110 Series of hermetically sealed tantalum through-hole capacitors are designed for operation in high humidity environments and are positioned for applications requiring durability and miniaturization. The series is noted for its performance in coupling, bypass, filtering, and RC timing circuits. The capacitors exhibit exceptional stability, very low DC leakage current, dissipation factor, and equivalent series resistance (ESR) over a broad temperature and frequency range.

Key Benefits

The T110 Series capacitors come with several benefits that enhance their adaptability and reliability for various applications:

They are offered in standard EIA capacitance values ranging from 0.0047 µF to 330 µF.
The capacitors are available with tolerances of +20%, +10%, and +5%, and with voltage ratings from 6 VDC to 125 VDC.
The series operates across a wide temperature spectrum of -55°C to +125°C and is designed in multiple case sizes (A, B, C, D).
These capacitors are qualified to MIL-PRF-39003 and adhere to strict military standards, including specified failure rate options relevant to military products only: Graded B, C, D, and Exponential M, P, R, and S.
Products are offered in Taped and Reeled packaging per EIA Specification RS-296 and are marked per MIL-STD-1285.

Ordering Information

Ordering information for the T110 Series is precise and tailored to specific needs offering variants for capacitance, voltage rating, and military-grade options. The capacitors are specified with a unique combination of series identifier, case size, capacitance code, capacitance tolerance, rated voltage, and termination finish. Similar ordering information is provided for the T212 (CSR13 Style) MIL product line, highlighting the graded and exponential failure rates for military applications.

Applications and Availability

Typical uses for the T110 Series capacitors are found in advanced electronic systems requiring stable and reliable coupling, bypass, and timing components. These range from aerospace to military applications where performance under extreme conditions is non-negotiable.

KEMET Electronics Corporation produces these capacitors and gives detailed technical and ordering information. Customers are guided to refer to military specification numbers, including dash numbers and surge option letters when placing orders.