08055E473ZAT2A

The AVX 08055E473ZAT2A is a thin-film ceramic capacitor designed for use in demanding industrial and commercial electronic applications. This surface-mount component belongs to AVX's established line of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), which are among the most widely used passive components in modern electronics manufacturing. Ceramic capacitors serve as essential energy storage and signal coupling elements in virtually every type of circuit board. They provide local energy buffering near integrated circuits, smooth power supply ripple, filter high-frequency noise, and couple or decouple AC signals. The 0805 case size (roughly 2.0mm × 1.25mm) represents a standard mid-sized package format that balances ease of assembly with compact footprint requirements—larger than miniature 0402 packages but smaller than 1206 units, making it suitable for space-conscious designs that still require reliable solder joint integrity. The part number designation indicates this capacitor is part of AVX's general-purpose ceramic line, suitable for commercial-grade applications across temperature ranges typical of standard industrial environments. Engineers commonly specify components like this in power distribution networks, audio circuits, sensor interfaces, timing circuits, and general-purpose filtering applications throughout control systems, instrumentation, and embedded electronics. When selecting among competing ceramic capacitors, engineers consider several factors beyond basic capacitance value. Package size and placement affect thermal performance and mechanical reliability on densely populated boards. The specific ceramic material composition influences voltage linearity, temperature stability, and aging characteristics. AVX's established manufacturing processes provide consistent quality and predictable performance across production batches—an important consideration when designing systems that must operate reliably over years of service in industrial environments. The surface-mount 0805 package format allows efficient automated assembly using standard pick-and-place equipment found in contract manufacturing facilities worldwide. This standardization reduces procurement complexity and assembly costs compared to specialized or obsolete package types. For engineers redesigning legacy equipment or maintaining compatibility with established production lines, selecting a widely available, mainstream component reduces supply chain risk. Ceramic capacitors like the 08055E473ZAT2A represent mature, well-understood technology. Unlike electrolytic or film capacitors, they exhibit minimal leakage current and excellent high-frequency performance. They tolerate typical manufacturing stresses—reflow soldering, thermal cycling, and vibration—making them suitable for harsh industrial environments including equipment subjected to temperature extremes and mechanical shock. This component is appropriate wherever a compact, reliable, general-purpose capacitor is needed in industrial control systems, power electronics, communications equipment, and similar applications requiring dependable passive component performance.