0805YC223KAT2A

The 0805YC223KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, designed for use in a wide range of electronic circuits and systems. This component represents a standard offering in the 0805 surface-mount package family, one of the most widely used package sizes in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part serve as energy storage and filtering elements in electrical circuits. They are essential for decoupling, bypassing, and signal coupling applications across consumer, industrial, and telecommunications equipment. The 0805 package format provides an optimal balance between component size, handling ease during assembly, and electrical performance suitable for most mainstream applications. The "YC" designation within this part number indicates this capacitor belongs to AVX's standard general-purpose ceramic capacitor series. These capacitors typically feature a Y5V or similar dielectric classification, making them appropriate for applications where moderate capacitance stability across temperature and voltage ranges is acceptable. This makes them particularly cost-effective for non-critical filtering, coupling, and decoupling roles where premium temperature stability is not required. The 0805 package size has become an industry standard, offering several practical advantages. It provides adequate board-level real estate efficiency while remaining large enough for reliable manual rework if necessary during prototyping or repair. This size also balances the electrical characteristics needed for modern circuit designs, particularly in mixed-signal and digital applications operating at standard industrial voltage levels. Engineers typically specify this exact part number when designing circuits that require a straightforward, proven ceramic capacitor solution without specialized requirements. The combination of AVX's established manufacturing reputation, the standardized 0805 package, and the general-purpose nature of the YC series makes this component a reliable choice for volume production. Its widespread availability across multiple distributors and its compatibility with standard pick-and-place assembly equipment further support its selection in cost-conscious designs. This capacitor would commonly appear in power supply filtering stages, decoupling networks around integrated circuits, RF signal conditioning circuits, and general analog and digital circuit applications. The part's design assumes typical industrial operating conditions and standard PCB-level environmental protection. For applications requiring exotic dielectric materials, extended temperature performance, or specialized voltage ratings, alternative capacitor series would be more appropriate. However, for standard industrial and commercial electronics requiring dependable, cost-effective capacitive performance, the 0805YC223KAT2A represents a straightforward and practical specification choice.