12061A1R0CAT2A

# Product Description: 12061A1R0CAT2A The AVX 12061A1R0CAT2A is a thin-film chip capacitor designed for high-reliability applications requiring precision performance and compact integration. This surface-mount component belongs to the 1206 package family, one of the most widely adopted standardized sizes in modern electronics manufacturing, making it compatible with automated assembly equipment across industrial and commercial production lines. Thin-film capacitors from AVX are engineered for applications where stability, accuracy, and long-term reliability take priority over general-purpose performance. These components utilize proprietary thin-film technology that delivers tighter tolerances and superior frequency characteristics compared to conventional ceramic alternatives. This precision makes them particularly valuable in signal conditioning, filtering, timing circuits, and measurement instrumentation where component variation directly impacts system accuracy. The 1206 package format provides several practical advantages for circuit designers and manufacturing engineers. Its modest footprint allows for dense board layouts while remaining large enough for reliable hand soldering and rework operations when necessary. The standardized dimensions ensure consistent placement by pick-and-place equipment and simplify inventory management across multiple production facilities. Engineers typically specify thin-film capacitors like this model in demanding applications including medical instrumentation, aerospace electronics, precision data acquisition systems, and industrial control equipment. The superior stability across temperature extremes and reduced aging characteristics make these capacitors ideal where recalibration intervals must be extended or where performance drift cannot be tolerated. They are also commonly used in high-frequency coupling and decoupling networks where impedance predictability matters significantly. The AVX thin-film series represents a middle ground between commodity ceramic capacitors and premium film dielectric alternatives. They offer measurably better performance characteristics than standard multilayer ceramics while maintaining a smaller footprint and lower cost than traditional film capacitors. For engineers facing the trade-off between precision, size, and cost, these components provide a balanced solution. Applications spanning military electronics, test equipment, power management systems, and precision analog circuits frequently incorporate this component class. The consistent performance and proven reliability track record across decades of production make them a trusted choice for original equipment manufacturers and contract manufacturers alike who need components that will perform consistently throughout extended product lifecycles. Designers should consult detailed specifications and application notes to verify this component's suitability for their specific voltage, frequency, and temperature requirements.