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What is Tantalum capacitor in electronics sourcing?

A capacitor using a tantalum anode, offering high capacitance in a small size but sensitive to overvoltage and surge. Tantalum lines are chosen by value, voltage derating, and ESR, and carry their own supply and compliance considerations.

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