KYOCERA AVX TAJ series, molded tantalum capacitor, 150 µF, 16 V rated, ±20% tolerance, 300 mOhm ESR, 2917 (7343 Metric) package, -55°C to 125°C operating range.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Molded |
| Series | TAJ |
| Mounting | Surface Mount |
| ESR | 300mOhm |
| Voltage - rated | 16 V |
| Operating temperature | -55°C ~ 125°C |
| Size (Dimension) | 0.287\" L x 0.169\" W (7.30mm x 4.30mm) |
| Height - seated | 0.079\" (2.00mm) |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) |
| Features | General Purpose |
| Tolerance | ±20% |
| Capacitance | 150 µF |
| Case | 2917 (7343 Metric) |
| Manufacturer size code | Y |
This combination suits it for bulk decoupling on 12 V power rails where the 16 V rating provides margin against transients, and the 300 mOhm ESR keeps ripple heating within the package's thermal budget.
The molded case and surface-mount 2917 (7343 Metric) footprint keep the part stable through thermal cycling.
The ESR is 300 mOhm. This value sets the self-heating under ripple current — a lower ESR means less heat for the same AC current. For a 150 µF cap on a 16 V rail, 300 mOhm is typical for a general-purpose tantalum; if your ripple current exceeds the thermal limit, consider a lower-ESR polymer or multiple caps in parallel.