Choosing the right capacitor, especially the right tantalum capacitor, is crucial to ensure equipment reliability both at first turn-on and over time. Always consider derating to achieve the best ...

Electronic components derating (or de-rating) is the operation of a component at less than its rated maximum capability in order to prolong its life. The Derated parameter takes into account the ...

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Preview of Kemet’s Derating Guidelines for Surface Mount Tantalum Capacitors PTM. Preview of Kemet’s Derating Guidelines for Surface Mount Tantalum Capacitors PTM. Learn what Derating is and why it is ...