Tantalum Capacitors

Tantalum capacitors are a subtype of electrolytic capacitors, consisting of tantalum metal acting as the anode. A layer of oxide, acting as the dielectric, covers it; A very thin dielectric layer is possible because of the use of tantalum, giving tantalum electrolytic capacitors a higher capacitance value per volume, excellent stability over time and superior frequency characteristics compared to many other types of capacitors. Leading tantalum capacitor manufacturers like KEMET and Vishay are among those you can access with Octopart.