12061A331MAT2A

The AVX 12061A331MAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose filtering and decoupling applications in industrial and consumer electronics. This component belongs to AVX's established 1206 surface-mount package family, which represents one of the most widely used capacitor form factors in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental passive components used extensively for power supply filtering, signal coupling, bypassing, and noise suppression across countless circuit designs. The 1206 package format offers a practical balance between compact footprint and handling ease during high-volume assembly operations, making it a preferred choice for engineers designing both prototype and production-level electronics. The "331" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor's capacitance value in the picofarad range. Capacitors in this value range are commonly employed in high-frequency applications, RF circuits, and digital signal processing where smaller capacitance values are required for impedance matching, filtering of higher-frequency noise, or ac coupling. The part number suffix suggests this is a standard-tolerance variant from AVX's commercial-grade offering, positioned for mainstream industrial applications rather than specialized military or high-reliability segments. AVX MLCCs are manufactured using multilayer construction, where multiple ceramic dielectric layers are stacked with internal electrodes to achieve the specified capacitance within a compact surface-mount package. This construction method allows manufacturers to achieve stable performance across typical industrial operating temperatures while maintaining the small physical size necessary for modern circuit board density requirements. Engineers typically specify this exact part when they require a capacitor that combines proven reliability with cost-effectiveness and widespread availability. The 1206 package remains extensively stocked across the supply chain, reducing procurement complexity compared to more specialized alternatives. Additionally, the established design history of AVX MLCCs in this package and value range means designers can reference extensive application notes and proven circuit implementations. The part's suitability spans applications including digital power supplies, signal conditioning circuits, RF modules, industrial automation equipment, and telecommunications infrastructure. Its characteristics make it equally at home in harsh industrial environments or controlled manufacturing settings where component consistency and predictable performance are essential requirements. For engineers evaluating capacitor options, this part represents a conservative, well-understood choice backed by AVX's manufacturing heritage in ceramic capacitor technology.