2.2 µF, 16 V molded tantalum for general-purpose decoupling
The TPSA225K016R1800 is a 2.2 µF, 16 V molded tantalum capacitor from KYOCERA AVX's TPS series, built for surface-mount assembly in the 1206 (3216 Metric) case size. With a ±10% tolerance and 1.8 Ohm ESR, it is suited for bulk decoupling and filtering on power rails up to 16 V where the ESR contributes to ripple attenuation and self-heating budget. The molded construction and -55 to 125 °C temperature range cover military, avionics, and downhole applications where board temperature extremes are routine.
Active lifecycle for production BOMs
1206 case size and reflow-fit considerations
The 1206 (3216 Metric) package measures 3.20 mm x 1.60 mm with a seated height of 1.80 mm max — a standard footprint that places cleanly on most pick-and-place lines without tombstoning risk when the pad geometry follows the manufacturer's recommended land pattern. If the MSL level exceeds the floor life, a bake step per J-STD-033 is required to prevent popcorning during reflow.