Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors – Hermetically Sealed
T550 Axial Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS) 105ºC
and DLA Series
Overview
The KEMET T550 Series Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS)
is a tantalum capacitor with a Ta anode and Ta
2
O
5
dielectric. A conductive organic polymer replaces the
traditionally used MnO
2
or wet electrolyte as the cathode
plate of the capacitor. This results in very low ESR and
improved capacitance retention at high frequency and low
temperature. The T550 Series PHS also exhibits a benign
failure mode which eliminates the case breach that can
occur in wet tantalum types. Additionally, this part may
be operated at voltages up to 80% of rated voltage with
equivalent or better reliability than traditional MnO
2
or wet
tantalum capacitors operated at 50% of rated voltage.
T550 Series PHS also offers higher ripple current handling
capability and a lower ESR range than wet tantalums.
With reduced ESR and enhanced capacitance retention at
higher frequencies and low temperatures, the T550 Series
PHS provides the highest total capacitance and the most
economical solution for high power applications, all within an
approximately 25% lighter package than the equivalent wet
tantalum capacitor.
Benefits
• Includes F-Tech anode which eliminates hidden defects
in the dielectric
• 100% Simulated Breakdown Screening
• Maximum operating temperature of +105°C
• Meets all requirements of DLA Drawing 13030
• Polymer cathode technology
• Extremely low ESR
• High frequency capacitance retention
• Low temperature capacitance retention
• 100% accelerated steady state aging (240 hours)
• 100% surge current tested, 10 cycles +25°C
• Volumetrically efficient
• Non-ignition failure mode
• Approximately 25% lighter than equivalent wet tantalum
• Case dimensions equivalent to
MIL–PRF–39006/22/25/30/31
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Applications
Typical applications include high voltage power management such as buck/boost converters, filtering, hold-up capacitors,
and other high ripple current applications.
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Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors – Hermetically Sealed
T550 Axial Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS) 105ºC and DLA Series
Ordering Information
T
Capacitor
Class
T=
Tantalum
550
Series
550 =
Polymer
Hermetic
Seal
B
107
M
025
A
Product
Level
A = N/A
B* = DLA
13030
Standard
reliability
T* = DLA
13030 High
reliability
T
Termination
Finish
T = 100% tin
(Sn) plated
H = Tin/lead
(SnPb) solder
coated
(5% Pb
minimum)
4251
Surge
Option
Blank = 25°C ± 5°C, 10
cycles, after constant
voltage conditioning
(KEMET standard)
4251 = 10 cycles, −55°C
and +85°C after constant
voltage conditioning
4252 = 10 cycles,
−55°C and +85°C
before constant voltage
conditioning
Packaging
Blank = Sleeved
0100 = Unsleeved
7200 = Tape &
Reel
7293 & 7443 =
Ammo
Case Capacitance Capacitance Rated Voltage
Size Code (pF)
Tolerance
(VDC)
B
First two
digits
represent
significant
figures.
Third digit
specifies
number of
zeros.
K = ±10%
M = ±20%
006 = 6.3
008 = 8
015 = 15
025 = 25
040 = 40
050 = 50
060 = 60
075 = 75
100 = 100
* Only available on select parts. Refer to part number table for details.
Ordering Information – DLA Series
13030
Drawing
Number
-01
K
A
Surge Current Testing
A = +25°C ± 5°C, 10 cycles, after constant
voltage conditioning (KEMET standard)
B = −55°C -5°C, +0°C and +85°C ± 5°C;
after constant voltage conditioning.
C = −55°C -5°C, +0°C and +85°C ± 5°C;
before constant voltage conditioning.
S
Insulation
S = Sleeved
U = Unsleeved
L
Lead
Length
L = 1.50
inches
(standard)
B
Product
Level
B = Standard reliability
T = High reliability
Dash Capacitance
Number Tolerance
See
Part
Number
Table
K = ±10%
M = ±20%
* Standard terminations for DLA PN's is "H" (SnPb)
Performance Characteristics
Item
Operating Temperature
Rated Capacitance Range
Capacitance Tolerance
Rated Voltage Range
DF (120 Hz at 25°C)
ESR (100 kHz at 25°C)
Leakage Current
Packaging
−55°C to 105°C
20 μF to 820 μF at 120 Hz/25°C *
K Tolerance (10%), M Tolerance (20%)
6 – 100 V
Refer to Part Number Electrical Specification Table
Refer to Part Number Electrical Specification Table
Refer to Part Number Electrical Specification Table
(at rated voltage up to +85°C and 78% of rated voltage applied at 105°C)
According MIL–PRF–39006
Performance Characteristics
KEMET does not recommend storage above 85ºC.
* Additional case sizes and capacitance/voltage are under development.
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Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors – Hermetically Sealed
T550 Axial Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS) 105ºC and DLA Series
Qualification
Test Performed
AC Ripple Life at 85˚C
85˚C Life
105˚C Life
Surge Voltage
Surge Current
Low Temperature Storage
Reverse Voltage
Visual and Mechanical
Examination (Internal and
External)
Terminal Strength
Resistance to Solvents
Resistance to Soldering Heat
Solderability
Shock and Vibration
Barometric Pressure
(Reduced)
Salt Atmosphere (Corrosion)
Moisture Resistance
Dielectric Withstanding
Voltage
Insulation Resistance
Temperature Stability
Frequency Scan
Method Reference
Reliability and Environmental Tests
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
KEMET Standard
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39003
MIL–PRF–39006
KEMET Catalog
Test Conditions
85˚C, 40 kHz ripple current, 2,000 hours
85˚C, rated voltage, 2,000 hours
105°C, 0.78 x rated voltage, 2,000 hours
85˚C, 1.15 x rated voltage, 1,000 cycles, except delta cap shall be
+10%/−20%
+25 ºC, 10 cycles (Option A), Option B available
−62˚C for 72 hours followed by 1 hour at 125˚C
1 V for 8 hours maximum at 25°C, 1 V for 2 hours maximum at 70°C
Physical, Mechanical and Process Tests
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–STD–202,
Methods 213, 204
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39003
Reference MIL–PRF–39006
KEMET Standard
Case dimensions, marking
Pull test and wire lead bend test
Immersion in (3) solvents
Immersed to within 0.05 inch of capacitor body
Depth of insertion in flux and solder to within 0.062 inch of welded joint
Shock Method 213, Condition I, 100 g peak, Vibration Method 204,
Condition D, 20 g peak
150,000 feet for 5 minutes, voltage applied for 1 minute
Subjected to fine mist of salt solution
65˚C at 6 volts
2,000 VDC, 60 seconds, sleeving examined for evidence of breakdown
500 VDC, 1 minute, insulation resistance not less than 1,000 MΩ
Electrical Characterization
−55˚C to 105˚C
Impedance, ESR and capacitance versus frequency
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Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors – Hermetically Sealed
T550 Axial Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS) 105ºC and DLA Series
Qualification – DLA Approval Inspection
Inspection
Test Name
Shock (Specified Pulse)
1
Group I
Vibration, High Frequency
1
Thermal Shock
Salt Atmosphere
Solderability
Terminal Strength
Surge Voltage
2
Group II
Moisture Resistance
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage
Insulation Resistance
Low Temperature (Storage)
Stability at Low and High
Temperatures
Reverse Voltage
Life at 85˚C
AC Ripple Life at 85ºC
Life at 105ºC
Barometric Pressure
Resistance to Solvents
Resistance to Soldering Heat
DLA Requirement
Paragraph
3.3.4
3.3.5
3.3.6
3.3.7
3.3.8
3.3.9
3.3.10
3.3.11
3.3.12
3.3.13
3.3.14
3.3.15
3.3.23
3.3.16
3.3.18
3.3.17
3.3.20
3.3.21
3.3.22
SS/Lot
6 per case size
12
Group III
Group IV
Group V
Group VI
Group VII
1
13
12 per condition
102
8 per case size
40
6
No failures for mechanical shock or vibration tests shall be permitted.
2
Surge voltage change in capacitance limits are wider than those in some subsequent tests.
It may be necessary to perform initial measurements again, prior to the individual tests of Group II.
Product Level:
Inspection of product for delivery shall consist of:
B level
T level
Group A inspection specified in Drawing 13030
Group A and group B inspections specified in Drawing 13030
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T550 Axial Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS) 105ºC and DLA Series
Electrical Characteristics
ESR vs. Frequency
10.0
+125°C
+50°C
0°C
−55°C
+85°C
+25°C
−25°C
−80°C
1.0
ESR (mOhms)
0.1
0.0
10
100
1,000
10,000
100,000
1,000,000
10,000,000
Frequency (Hz)
Capacitance vs. Frequency
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
+125°C
+50°C
0°C
−55°C
10
100
+85°C
+25°C
−25°C
−80°C
1,000
10,000
100,000
1,000,000
Capacitance (µF)
Frequency (Hz)
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