68 µF, 10 V, 100 mOhm — the ESR drives the ripple budget
The TPSD686K010R0100: The 100 mOhm ESR at 10 V and 68 µF sets the self-heating limit under ripple current. For a DC-DC output filter, the RMS ripple current the capacitor can handle is roughly sqrt(P_max / ESR) — a 100 mOhm ESR means the same ripple current generates twice the heat of a 50 mOhm part. The ±10% tolerance is the standard for tantalum capacitors in power and decoupling roles. The molded case in the 2917 (7343 Metric) package provides a flat top for pick-and-place nozzles and a consistent standoff height of 0.122" (3.10 mm) for under-component cleaning.
Active production — no lifecycle risk for BOM planning
Sourced through independent distribution channels. No pin-compatible alternative is listed on the manufacturer's cross-reference — the TPS series is the standard offering, and a replacement would require a parametric search by capacitance, voltage, ESR, and case code.