08055C224KAT4A

The 08055C224KAT4A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the leading suppliers of capacitive components for industrial electronics. This part belongs to the 0805 package family, which represents one of the most widely used surface-mount component sizes in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components used to store and filter electrical energy in circuits. They serve critical functions including power supply filtering, signal coupling and decoupling, noise suppression, and timing applications across virtually every type of electronic equipment. The 0805 package size strikes an ideal balance between compact board footprint and practical handling characteristics, making it the preferred choice for high-volume industrial production where automated assembly is standard. The "C" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor uses ceramic dielectric material, which provides stable performance across a broad operating temperature range. Ceramic capacitors offer excellent reliability and longevity, particularly important in industrial environments where equipment must operate continuously and predictably. The specific material composition and construction methods used in AVX's manufacturing ensure performance consistency that engineers can depend on in demanding applications. This capacitor would typically be specified in applications including industrial control systems, power conversion equipment, test and measurement instruments, telecommunications infrastructure, automotive electronics, and consumer appliances. Engineers select MLCCs for these applications because they deliver dependable capacitance values with minimal drift over time and temperature variations. The compact 0805 footprint allows designers to integrate multiple capacitors close to active components, reducing parasitic inductance and improving circuit performance. The AVX brand specifically represents a heritage of quality and consistency in component manufacturing. Engineers often prefer AVX capacitors when designing equipment destined for harsh industrial environments or applications requiring extended operational lifespans, such as renewable energy systems, industrial automation, and heavy equipment control modules. When choosing between capacitor alternatives, engineers consider package size constraints, required capacitance value, voltage rating compatibility, and temperature coefficient stability. The 0805 package remains superior to smaller options when space permits, since it accommodates larger capacitance values while maintaining reasonable ESR and ESL characteristics that affect high-frequency circuit performance. For applications requiring proven reliability in volume production, the 08055C224KAT4A provides the combination of standardized performance, established supply chain availability, and manufacturing compatibility that reduces design risk and accelerates time to market. Its widespread adoption across industries reflects genuine engineering value rather than mere commodity functionality.