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KYOCERA AVX TPSD686M016R0100 Tantalum Cap, 68 µF, 16 V

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KYOCERA AVX TPS series, Molded Tantalum Capacitor, TPSD686M016R0100, 68 µF, 16 V, ±20%, 100 mOhm ESR, 2917 (7343 Metric) case, Size D, -55°C to 125°C.

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Specifications

TPSD686M016R0100 specifications
ParameterValue
TypeMolded
SeriesTPS
MountingSurface Mount
ESR100mOhm
Voltage - rated16 V
Operating temperature-55°C ~ 125°C
Size (Dimension)0.287\" L x 0.169\" W (7.30mm x 4.30mm)
Height - seated0.122\" (3.10mm)
PackageTape & Reel (TR)
FeaturesGeneral Purpose
Tolerance±20%
Capacitance68 µF
Case2917 (7343 Metric)
Manufacturer size codeD

Product details

68 µF, 16 V, 100 mOhm ESR — the parametric triangle for this tantalum

The TPSD686M016R0100 is a 68 µF molded tantalum capacitor rated for 16 VDC, with a maximum ESR of 100 mOhm. Nominal is not absolute max; the absolute maximum voltage at 85 °C is 16 V, and derating to 50% is recommended for high-reliability designs.

Package and footprint: 2917 (7343 Metric), Size D

This is the standard D-size footprint for molded tantalum chip capacitors. At 125 °C, the rated voltage derates to 10 V per the TPS series datasheet — this is on page 7 of the AVX TPS application note. For a 125 °C ambient design, budget the derating into the rail selection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ESR of TPSD686M016R0100 and why does it matter?

The maximum ESR is 100 mOhm. This is the key parameter for ripple current handling and self-heating. At a given ripple current, the power dissipation is I² × ESR. For a 1 A ripple, the dissipation is 0.1 W, which is within the part's thermal capability at 85 °C. Higher ESR increases internal temperature and reduces reliability.

What voltage derating should I apply for TPSD686M016R0100?

The rated voltage is 16 V. For tantalum capacitors, a 50% derating is standard practice for high-reliability designs, meaning a maximum applied voltage of 8 V. At 125 °C, the rated voltage derates further to 10 V per the TPS series datasheet. Start from the reference design guidelines on page 7 of the AVX TPS application note.