F921A105MPA vs F921C105MPA
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| Category | Tantalum Capacitors | Tantalum Capacitors |
| Manufacturer | KYOCERA AVX | KYOCERA AVX |
| Description | CAP TANT 1UF 20% 10V 0805 | CAP TANT 1UF 20% 16V 0805 |
| Package | Cut Tape (CT) | -Reel® |
| Series | F92 | F92 |
| Type | Molded | Molded |
| Features | General Purpose | General Purpose |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C ~ 125°C | -55°C ~ 125°C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 0805 (2012 Metric) | 0805 (2012 Metric) |
| Tolerance | ±20% | ±20% |
| Size / Dimension | 0.079" L x 0.049" W (2.00mm x 1.25mm) | 0.079" L x 0.049" W (2.00mm x 1.25mm) |
| Voltage - Rated | 10 V | 16 V |
| Lead Spacing | - | - |
| Ratings | - | - |
| Height - Seated (Max) | 0.039\" (1.00mm) | 0.039\" (1.00mm) |
| Capacitance | 1 µF | 1 µF |
| ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) | 12Ohm | 12Ohm |
| Lifetime @ Temp. | - | - |
| Failure Rate | - | - |
| Manufacturer Size Code | P | P |

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1. Difference between ordinary capacitors and tantalum capacitors
Material: Ordinary capacitors can be aluminum electrolytic capacitors, ceramic capacitors, etc.; while tantalum capacitors use metal tantalum as anode material.
Performance: Generally, tantalum capacitors have better temperature stability and higher capacity-to-volume ratio.
Application range: Due to its performance characteristics, tantalum capacitors are often used in miniaturized electronic products that require high reliability. -
2. What is the expected life of tantalum capacitors?
Under normal circumstances, it can range from thousands of hours to tens of thousands of hours, depending on the working conditions and manufacturer specifications.
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3. Will tantalum capacitors deteriorate?
Yes, tantalum capacitors may gradually lose some of their performance when stored for a long time or in adverse environments.
For example, long-term exposure to high temperature and humidity may cause the electrolyte to evaporate or chemically change. -
4. Is tantalum better than tungsten?
It depends on the application. For capacitors, tantalum is preferred due to its unique properties; while in some other industrial uses, such as making filaments, tungsten is preferred.

