Tantalum Through-Hole Capacitors – Hermetically Sealed
T550 Axial Polymer Hermetic Seal (PHS) 105ºC and DLA Series
Qualification
Test Performed
AC Ripple Life at 85˚C
85˚C Life
105˚C Life
Surge Voltage
Surge Current
Low Temperature Storage
Reverse Voltage
Visual and Mechanical
Examination (Internal and
External)
Terminal Strength
Resistance to Solvents
Resistance to Soldering Heat
Solderability
Shock and Vibration
Barometric Pressure
(Reduced)
Salt Atmosphere (Corrosion)
Moisture Resistance
Dielectric Withstanding
Voltage
Insulation Resistance
Temperature Stability
Frequency Scan
Method Reference
Reliability and Environmental Tests
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
KEMET Standard
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39003
MIL–PRF–39006
KEMET Catalog
Test Conditions
85˚C, 40 kHz ripple current, 2,000 hours
85˚C, rated voltage, 2,000 hours
105°C, 0.78 x rated voltage, 2,000 hours
85˚C, 1.15 x rated voltage, 1,000 cycles, except delta cap shall be
+10%/−20%
+25 °C, 10 cycles (Option A), Option B available
−62˚C for 72 hours followed by 1 hour at 125˚C
1 V for 8 hours maximum at 25°C, 1 V for 2 hours maximum at 70°C
Physical, Mechanical and Process Tests
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–STD–202,
Methods 213, 204
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39006
MIL–PRF–39003
Reference MIL–PRF–39006
KEMET Standard
Case dimensions, marking
Pull test and wire lead bend test
Immersion in (3) solvents
Immersed to within 0.05 inch of capacitor body
Depth of insertion in flux and solder to within 0.062 inch of welded joint
Shock Method 213, Condition I, 100 g peak, Vibration Method 204,
Condition D, 20 g peak
150,000 feet for 5 minutes, voltage applied for 1 minute
Subjected to fine mist of salt solution
65˚C at 6 volts
2,000 VDC, 60 seconds, sleeving examined for evidence of breakdown
500 VDC, 1 minute, insulation resistance not less than 1,000 MΩ
Electrical Characterization
−55˚C to 105˚C
Impedance, ESR and capacitance versus frequency
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