Avionics sees first MIL-PRF-39006/33-grade capacitor

Featuring a wide voltage range of 50-100V, high capacitance of 220-680μF, capacitance tolerance of ±10% and ±20% standard, and maximum ripple current of 2750mA, the Vishay Sprague device is optimised for timing, filtering, energy hold-up and pulse power applications in aerospace power supplies. The capacitor, cased in tantalum and offered in the axial T4 case size, operates over a temperature range from -55 to +85°C. With voltage derating, the upper limit of the temperature range extends to +125°C.

The capacitor's excellent reverse voltage, vibration, and thermal shock performance add to its high capacitance and established reliability to allow aerospace and avionics designers to lower system costs by incorporating fewer capacitors into equipment.

The M39006/33 capacitor is available now in sample and production quantities, with a lead time of around 10 weeks.