12061A180GAT2A

# 12061A180GAT2A Product Description The 12061A180GAT2A is a surface-mount multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, a recognized producer of passive electronic components. This part belongs to the 1206 package family, which refers to its physical dimensions and standardized footprint widely adopted across electronics manufacturing. The "1206" designation indicates a compact rectangular chip format commonly found in modern circuit board designs where space efficiency is important without requiring extreme miniaturization. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this component serve as essential energy storage and signal conditioning elements in electronic circuits. They are used to filter noise, decouple power supplies, couple AC signals, and stabilize voltage rails in countless applications. The broad adoption of MLCCs across industries stems from their reliability, cost-effectiveness, and predictable electrical behavior across standard operating conditions. The 12061A180GAT2A is part of AVX's established MLCC product line, which targets general-purpose industrial and commercial applications. These capacitors are commonly specified in consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, automotive control modules, industrial automation systems, and medical devices. Engineers select MLCCs in this size and class for applications where moderate capacitance values and standard voltage ratings are sufficient, and where the compact surface-mount package reduces board real estate compared to larger alternatives. What makes the 1206 package particularly useful is its balance of performance and practicality. It is large enough to offer reasonable capacitance values while remaining small enough for high-density circuit board layouts. The package is compatible with standard pick-and-place manufacturing equipment and reflow soldering processes used in modern electronics production, making it economical for both prototype and high-volume manufacturing environments. Engineers typically specify this exact AVX part when they need a proven, mid-range MLCC solution from an established manufacturer with consistent quality and reliable supply chains. AVX components are widely recognized for meeting strict performance standards and offering long-term availability, factors that matter significantly in industrial and mission-critical applications where component obsolescence and supply chain disruption pose risks. The 12061A180GAT2A represents a straightforward, dependable passive component choice for designers who prioritize proven performance and manufacturing compatibility over exotic specifications. Its position in AVX's product portfolio makes it a standard reference solution for circuit designers working on equipment where moderate capacitance filtering and energy storage functions are required.