12061A560GAT2A

The 12061A560GAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor manufactured by AVX, one of the established leaders in passive component design. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, a widely-used surface-mount format that balances ease of handling and assembly with reasonable component density for PCB layouts. Multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) like this part are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, serving critical functions in filtering, decoupling, energy storage, and signal conditioning across virtually every industrial and consumer application. The 1206 package size makes this component suitable for a broad range of equipment where space is a consideration but not critically constrained, such as industrial control systems, power supplies, test and measurement instruments, and telecommunications infrastructure. AVX manufactures capacitors in multiple performance tiers, and their 1206 offerings span general-purpose applications through high-reliability specifications suited for demanding environments. The specific dielectric material, voltage rating, and capacitance value of this part number determine its suitability for particular circuit roles. In industrial settings, such capacitors commonly appear as bulk capacitors in power distribution networks, as noise-suppression elements near signal processors, or as timing components in control circuits. Engineers typically specify an exact part number like the 12061A560GAT2A when several factors align: the required capacitance value matches the design, the package footprint fits the PCB layout, the voltage rating provides adequate safety margin, the temperature stability characteristics suit the operating environment, and the manufacturer's quality track record or qualification status meets project requirements. AVX components are generally specified in applications requiring proven reliability and consistent performance across manufacturing batches. The 1206 package offers practical advantages over smaller alternatives like 0603 or 0402 formats, including higher voltage handling capability and easier manual handling during prototyping or rework. For high-volume manufacturing, the size strikes a balance between automated assembly efficiency and board real estate consumption. Compared to larger packages, 1206 capacitors occupy less space while still delivering performance suitable for most general-purpose and industrial applications. When selecting this part for a specific design, engineers would verify that its electrical characteristics—determined by the full part number designation—align with circuit requirements for voltage stress, frequency response, temperature compensation, and reliability under the application's operating conditions. The consistency and predictability of AVX's manufacturing process makes this part suitable for designs where component performance stability is important across production runs.