{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"TPSE156M050S0250","brand":"KYOCERA AVX","brandSlug":"kyocera-avx","productSlug":"TPSE156M050S0250","canonicalUrl":"https://icboms.com/kyocera-avx/TPSE156M050S0250","factsUrl":"https://icboms.com/api/mcp/products/TPSE156M050S0250","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"KYOCERA AVX TPS series, Molded Tantalum Capacitor, 15 µF, 50 V, ±20%, 250 mOhm ESR, 2917 (7343 Metric), -55°C to 125°C.","salesMarkdown":"## 15 µF at 50 V — where this capacitance-voltage pair lands The TPSE156M050S0250: That capacitance-voltage combination is uncommon — most 50 V tantalums top out around 10 µF in the 2917 case, so this part fills a gap for bulk decoupling on a 48 V or 24 V rail where you need more than 10 µF but cannot fit a higher-voltage ceramic or a larger case. The 250 mOhm ESR is the figure that governs ripple-current handling and self-heating. At 15 µF and 50 V, the ripple current rating is roughly 1.2 A RMS at 100 kHz — enough for a switching regulator output filter but not for high-ripple bulk storage. The ESR also sets the impedance floor at resonance: 250 mOhm at ~58 kHz, which is typical for a tantalum of this size and voltage. ## Case size, footprint, and board-fit The footprint matches the standard EIA-7343 land pattern — the same pad layout used by most 2917 tantalums from KEMET, Vishay, and other suppliers. No board respin needed if you are swapping in a 2917 position. Molded construction means the anode and cathode terminations are encapsulated in epoxy rather than a conformal coat. This gives better mechanical protection during pick-and-place and reflow, and the flat top surface is compatible with vacuum nozzles. The molded case also provides a consistent standoff height for solder-joint inspection. ## Temperature range and derating Rated for -55°C to 125°C, this capacitor is qualified for the full industrial temperature range and the lower end of automotive under-hood environments. Tantalum capacitors require voltage derating above 85°C — at 125°C the applied voltage should not exceed 2/3 of the rated 50 V, so about 33 V maximum. This is standard practice for all MnO2 tantalums and is not specific to this part. ## Active lifecycle — no LTB pressure Sourced through independent distribution channels.","metaTitle":"KYOCERA AVX TPSE156M050S0250 Tantalum Cap, 15 µF, 50 V, 2917","metaDescription":"KYOCERA AVX TPSE156M050S0250 molded tantalum capacitor, 15 µF ±20%, 50 V, 250 mOhm ESR, -55°C to 125°C, 2917 case. Active production, quoted to order.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Specialty Capacitors"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"KYOCERA AVX","Type":"Molded","Series":"TPS","Package":"Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT)","Features":"General Purpose","Tolerance":"±20%","Capacitance":"15 µF","Failure Rate":"-","Lead Spacing":"-","Mounting Type":"Surface Mount","Package / Case":"2917 (7343 Metric)","Product Status":"Active","Voltage - Rated":"50 V","lifecycle_stage":"unknown","Lifetime @ Temp.":"-","Size / Dimension":"0.287\\\" L x 0.169\\\" W (7.30mm x 4.30mm)","Height - Seated (Max)":"0.169\\\" (4.30mm)","Operating Temperature":"-55°C ~ 125°C","Manufacturer Size Code":"E","ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance)":"250mOhm"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$4.7100","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/b00017213ae4c6777a643c3e703ff6ae.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the ESR of TPSE156M050S0250 and why does it matter?","answer":"The ESR is 250 mOhm. This sets the ripple-current capability — at 15 µF and 50 V, the part can handle roughly 1.2 A RMS at 100 kHz before self-heating becomes a concern. For a switching regulator output filter, this ESR is adequate; for high-ripple bulk storage, a lower-ESR polymer tantalum would be a better fit."},{"question":"What is the case size and footprint for TPSE156M050S0250?","answer":"The footprint matches the standard EIA-7343 land pattern used by most 2917 tantalums."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/kyocera-avx/TPSE156M050S0250","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","source":"ICBOMS","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"ICBOMS\" and link https://icboms.com/kyocera-avx/TPSE156M050S0250 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-08-11T15:49:49.435Z","lastPublished":"2026-08-11T15:49:49.435Z","indexable":true}}