New Tantalum Chip Capacitor Combines Capacitance of 1500 µF with ESR Values of 13 mΩ

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA - December 16, 2002 - A new series of solid tantalum chip capacitors announced today by Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) features new "E" and "R" case sizes, as well as ultra-low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and high capacitance values.

The Vishay Sprague conformal-coated 597D multi-anode capacitors provide increased reliability and improved reception in dc-to-dc conversion, line cards, mother boards, and power supply applications in end products including test equipment, PCs, and base stations.

The devices' ultra-low maximum ESR values range from 13 mΩ to 35 mΩ at +25°C and 100 kHz. Capacitance values range from 330 µF to 1500 µF with standard tolerances of ±10% and ±20%, and working voltage ranges from 4 WVDC to 10 WVDC. Maximum current leakage ranges from 27 µA to 68 µA, and the maximum dissipation factor is 6% at +25°C and 120 Hz.

Capacitors in the E case size measure 0.287 in. by 0.169 in. [7.3 mm by 4.3 mm], with a 0.157-in. [4.0-mm] height profile. The R case measures 0.287 in. by 0.236 in. [7.3 mm by 6.0 mm] with a 0.142-in. [3.6-mm] height profile. The 597D capacitors feature an operating temperature of -55°C to +85°C, up to +125°C with voltage derating.

The new Vishay Sprague devices, the latest addition to the TANTAMOUNT^® product line, may be used singly in some applications to replace several lower-value capacitors in a small footprint, thereby decreasing component density and increasing space on the PCB. Their conformal-coated construction, which features two standard 100% tin terminations, offers a cost-efficient alternative to multi-anode molded capacitors and provides lower high-frequency inductance than molded equivalent types.

Samples and production quantities of the 597D E- and R-size capacitors are available now in tape-and-reel packaging, with lead times of eight weeks for larger orders.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH), is one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors (diodes, rectifiers, transistors, and optoelectronics and selected ICs) and passive electronic components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, sensors, and transducers). These components are used in virtually all types of electronic devices and equipment, in the industrial, computing, automotive, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Its product innovations, successful acquisition strategy, and ability to provide "one-stop shop" service have made Vishay a global industry leader. Vishay can be found on the Internet at http://www.vishay.com.

TANTAMOUNT is a registered trademark of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.