08055C163JAT2A

The AVX 08055C163JAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) in the 0805 surface-mount package size. This component belongs to the widely-used family of general-purpose MLCCs designed for mainstream industrial and consumer electronic applications where reliable energy storage and signal filtering are required. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components used across virtually all electronic systems. They serve critical functions including AC coupling, DC blocking, power supply filtering, noise suppression, and signal conditioning in audio, RF, and digital circuits. The 0805 package—measuring approximately 2.0mm by 1.25mm—represents one of the most common footprints in modern electronics manufacturing, balancing component density with ease of assembly and repair. The "C163" portion of this part number indicates the capacitance value falls within AVX's standard catalog range for this package size. Parts designated in this series are typically specified in applications requiring stable performance across standard temperature ranges and moderate voltage conditions. The ceramic dielectric formulation used in this component makes it suitable for general filtering and coupling applications rather than specialty high-voltage or high-temperature extreme environments. Engineers select this exact part number when they need a component that combines proven reliability with design standardization. The 0805 package offers significant advantages over larger alternatives: reduced printed circuit board space consumption, improved high-frequency performance due to lower parasitic inductance, and lower manufacturing costs through automated assembly processes. Simultaneously, the 0805 size avoids the challenges associated with smaller 0603 or 0402 packages, which can present difficulties in manual rework and inspection. The AVX brand designation indicates this component meets the quality and consistency standards expected from a major ceramic capacitor manufacturer with established supply chain presence. For design engineers, specifying an AVX part from this series provides confidence in long-term availability and consistent material properties across production batches—important considerations in both prototype development and high-volume manufacturing environments. This capacitor would typically appear in applications including digital logic circuits, analog signal processing, power management modules, telecommunications equipment, industrial control systems, and consumer electronics. Any circuit requiring capacitive energy storage in a compact, cost-effective surface-mount configuration represents a potential application for this component type. Engineers comparing alternatives might evaluate different dielectric materials, voltage ratings, or package sizes, but the 0805 MLCC format remains the default choice for the majority of general-purpose filtering and coupling requirements due to its optimal balance of performance, size, and manufacturing economics.