3mm SMD Ceramic Trimmer Capacitor for RF Fine Tuning – TSC3S High-Q Series

TL;DR: The TSC3S 3mm SMD ceramic trimmer capacitor offers ultra-miniature size, low capacitance drift, high Q, and sealed construction for RF tuning and high-frequency calibration circuits.

What Is an SMD Ceramic Trimmer Capacitor?

An SMD ceramic trimmer capacitor is used for precise capacitance adjustment in RF matching networks, oscillators, and antenna tuning. Its compact footprint and reflow compatibility make it suitable for high-density PCB designs.

TSC3S Series Overview

The TSC3S chip trimmer capacitor features a 3.2 × 4.5 × 1.5 mm ultra-miniature package with high Q performance and stable capacitance after adjustment. The sealed structure prevents flux and dust ingress, ensuring long-term reliability.

Key Electrical and Mechanical Features

  • Ultra-miniature 3mm SMD package
  • Designed for reflow soldering
  • Low capacitance drift after tuning
  • High Q and high self-resonant frequency
  • Sealed construction against flux and dust
  • Color-coded case for easy value identification

Available Capacitance Ranges

Part Number Capacitance Range
TSC3S503T1R 1.5 – 3.0 pF
TSC3S506T1R 2.0 – 6.0 pF
TSC3S610T1R 3.0 – 10.0 pF
TSC3S520T1R 5.5 – 20.0 pF
TSC3S530T1R 8.0 – 28.5 pF

Typical Applications

  • RF matching and antenna tuning
  • Oscillator frequency adjustment
  • Wireless communication modules
  • Miniaturized high-frequency circuits

Chip Trimmer vs Fixed MLCC in RF Circuits

Parameter TSC3S Trimmer Fixed MLCC
Capacitance Adjustment Yes No
RF Tuning Optimized Limited
Miniaturization High High
Calibration Capability Supports post-assembly tuning Requires value change

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TSC3S SMD Ceramic Trimmer Capacitor Datasheet

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