12061A472JAT4A

The AVX 12061A472JAT4A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for high-reliability applications in industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, a widely used surface-mount form factor that balances compact footprint with reasonable handling and rework characteristics for manufacturing environments. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental energy storage and filtering components found in power supplies, signal conditioning circuits, decoupling networks, and frequency compensation applications. The 1206 package size makes this capacitor suitable for space-constrained designs where engineers need reliable capacitance in a moderately compact footprint without requiring the smallest possible dimensions. AVX's 1206-series capacitors are known for stable performance across commercial and industrial temperature ranges. These components are widely specified in applications requiring consistent capacitance values, low equivalent series resistance (ESR), and dependable long-term stability. The MLCC construction provides low self-inductance compared to older through-hole alternatives, making them particularly valuable in high-frequency filtering and decoupling roles where signal integrity matters. The "472" designation in this part number indicates a capacitance value in the picofarad to microfarad range, common for general-purpose industrial filtering and coupling applications. Engineers often select MLCCs in this capacity band for ceramic dielectric characteristics that provide reliable performance at moderate voltage levels, making them cost-effective for mainstream industrial control systems, instrumentation, and power management circuits. The JAT4A suffix identifies specific manufacturing parameters including dielectric material class, voltage rating, and tolerance specifications relevant to AVX's product line. This designation helps ensure consistency and traceability for quality-sensitive applications where component repeatability and documented manufacturing standards matter. Engineers typically specify the 12061A472JAT4A when they require a proven, off-the-shelf MLCC solution with documented manufacturing quality from a recognized supplier. The 1206 package balances availability, cost, and performance for applications that don't require specialized high-voltage, temperature-compensated, or ultra-low-ESR characteristics. This part integrates well into standard manufacturing processes using conventional surface-mount assembly equipment and soldering profiles. For industrial buyers, the AVX lineage and standard package format mean good long-term availability, compatibility with established supply chains, and broad designer familiarity across engineering teams. This part remains a straightforward choice for general-purpose filtering, decoupling, and energy storage roles in embedded systems, automation controllers, and industrial power electronics where reliability and consistency are priorities.