0805ZA102GAT2A

The 0805ZA102GAT2A is a ceramic chip capacitor manufactured by AVX, designed for use in modern electronic assemblies requiring compact, surface-mount components. This part number follows the 0805 package designation, indicating it uses a standardized footprint measuring 0.080 by 0.050 inches (2.0 by 1.25 millimeters), making it suitable for high-density PCB layouts where space is at a premium. Ceramic chip capacitors in the 0805 package serve as fundamental passive components across numerous industrial and commercial applications. They are commonly employed for decoupling, filtering, coupling, and bypass functions in power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, and signal conditioning circuits. The compact form factor makes them ideal for modern electronics where miniaturization is essential without sacrificing reliability. AVX's 0805 ceramic capacitor line represents a mature, well-established family of components trusted in demanding applications. These capacitors are available across a range of voltage ratings and capacitance values to accommodate diverse circuit requirements. The "ZA" designation within this part number indicates specific electrical and operational characteristics tailored to particular application classes, while the standardized 0805 footprint ensures compatibility with automated assembly processes and established design practices. Engineers typically specify components from this family for several practical reasons. First, the 0805 package represents an optimal balance between component size and handling ease—smaller than legacy through-hole designs but larger than the more challenging 0603 or 0402 packages, reducing manufacturing complexity and rework difficulty. Second, established supply chains and competitive sourcing options make these components economically viable for production volumes ranging from prototypes to high-volume manufacturing runs. Third, the broad availability of equivalent or complementary parts in this package class provides design flexibility and risk mitigation against supply disruptions. The ceramic dielectric technology used in these capacitors offers stable performance across operational temperature ranges typical of industrial environments. These components are suitable for applications in telecommunications equipment, automotive electronics, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and medical devices where reliability and consistent performance are required. For engineers evaluating this specific part, consideration of the exact voltage rating, capacitance value, and tolerance specifications encoded in the complete part number is essential for ensuring proper circuit operation and long-term reliability. The 0805 package's proven track record in high-volume manufacturing environments makes it a prudent choice for designs prioritizing both technical performance and production practicality.