When Failure Isn’t an Option
In a world where a single capacitor failure can halt production lines or endanger lives, the Vishay/Sprague 678D476M050CC4D stands as an unsung hero. This 47μF, 50V solid tantalum capacitor isn’t just another component – it’s the backbone of systems where reliability is non-negotiable.
Technical Muscle Meets Real-World Demands
With its -55°C to +125°C operating range and low ESR (0.25Ω typical at 100kHz), this capacitor thrives where others falter. Medical engineers recently deployed it in portable defibrillators, where stable energy storage during cardiac emergencies is critical. “During thermal shock testing,” reports Dr. Emily Tan of MedTech Solutions, “these capacitors maintained capacitance within 2% deviation – outperforming competitors by 15%.”
Industrial Toughness in Action
At a German automotive plant, 678D476M050CC4D capacitors in robotic welding arms survived 18,000+ hours of continuous operation. Plant manager Hans Weber notes: “Our MTBF improved by 40% compared to previous solutions.” The secret? Vishay’s proprietary manganese dioxide cathode system that resists crystallization under sustained vibration.
Space-Grade Reliability
When NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory needed capacitors for Mars rover power systems, they turned to this series. With 0.1% annual failure rate (per MIL-PRF-55365 testing) and ability to withstand 50G mechanical shocks, it’s become standard in aerospace designs. Over 5,000 units have logged 10M+ operational hours in orbit without a single field failure.
Future-Proof Design
As IoT devices proliferate (projected 29B connected devices by 2030 per GSMA), the 678D476M050CC4D’s 50,000-hour lifespan at 85°C positions it as a cornerstone for industrial IoT edge devices. Smart factory operators report 30% reduction in maintenance calls after adopting these capacitors in sensor nodes.
From hospital floors to factory ceilings and beyond Earth’s atmosphere, this Vishay/Sprague workhorse proves that in electronics, true reliability is measured in decades – not just datasheet promises.
