12061A392KAT2A

The AVX 12061A392KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose energy storage and filtering applications in electronic circuits. This component belongs to AVX's established line of surface-mount ceramic capacitors, which are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics across consumer, industrial, and telecommunications equipment. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this unit are constructed from alternating layers of ceramic dielectric material and metal electrodes, stacked and fired together to create a compact, reliable capacitive element. The 1206 package designation indicates this is a surface-mount device measuring approximately 3.2mm by 1.6mm, making it suitable for high-density printed circuit board layouts where space efficiency is critical. This mid-sized package offers a practical balance between component density and ease of handling during assembly. The "A" designation in the part number typically indicates this capacitor operates across a broad temperature range suitable for industrial and commercial environments. Capacitors in this family are commonly specified for decoupling and bypass filtering near integrated circuits, as bulk energy storage in power supply circuits, and for signal coupling and AC filtering applications. Their ceramic dielectric composition provides stable performance across frequency ranges from DC through microwave frequencies, with particularly strong performance in high-frequency applications where film or electrolytic alternatives become impractical. Engineers often select AVX multilayer ceramic capacitors for their reliability track record, consistent manufacturing quality, and broad availability across multiple distributor channels. The MLCC technology itself offers inherent advantages over alternative capacitor technologies: ceramic capacitors are non-polarized, require no special handling for orientation during assembly, occupy minimal board real estate, and exhibit excellent frequency response characteristics. They also tolerate the thermal stresses of modern soldering processes without requiring special precautions. The 12061A392KAT2A specifically serves applications where a standard-performance ceramic capacitor in the 1206 package is appropriate. This part number configuration is commonly encountered in industrial control systems, computing equipment, networking infrastructure, automotive electronics, and general consumer electronics. Designers choose this exact part when the combination of package size, temperature rating, and capacitive value matches circuit requirements, and when sourcing from an established manufacturer like AVX provides the supply chain stability and quality assurance their application demands. For specific electrical characteristics including capacitance value, voltage rating, and tolerance, consultation of the component's technical documentation is recommended prior to final design decisions.