12061A820KAT2M

The AVX 12061A820KAT2M is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling applications across a wide range of industrial and commercial electronics. This component belongs to AVX's established MLCC portfolio, engineered to meet the needs of circuit designers requiring reliable, compact energy storage solutions. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components found in virtually every modern electronic device. The 12061A820KAT2M serves as a voltage stabilization and noise suppression element in power supply circuits, signal processing paths, and RF applications. Engineers commonly specify MLCCs like this one for decoupling integrated circuits from power rails, filtering high-frequency noise, and coupling AC signals while blocking DC components. The part number designation "12061A820KAT2M" indicates specific characteristics within AVX's naming convention. The "1206" portion refers to the 1206 surface-mount package format, a standard rectangular size measuring 3.2mm × 1.6mm. This package size offers an optimal balance between component density and ease of assembly on printed circuit boards, making it widely adopted in both prototype development and high-volume manufacturing environments. The compact footprint allows engineers to maximize board space utilization while maintaining accessibility for automated pick-and-place assembly equipment. The "820K" designation within the part number indicates the capacitance value and tolerance class. This particular capacitor is suited for applications where moderate capacitance values are required without demanding extremely tight tolerance specifications. The "2M" suffix typically references the temperature stability class and voltage rating characteristics, which determine the capacitor's performance across operating temperature ranges and applied voltage conditions. Designers specify AVX MLCCs of this type for their consistent performance, proven reliability in demanding industrial environments, and compatibility with standard manufacturing processes. These capacitors maintain stable capacitance across varying temperatures and voltages, making them suitable for equipment operating in challenging thermal conditions or with fluctuating power delivery. The ceramic dielectric material provides excellent frequency response characteristics, allowing effective noise filtering across audio, RF, and switching frequency ranges commonly encountered in industrial control systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and consumer electronics. The 1206 package format also facilitates easy inspection and rework during assembly and troubleshooting phases, an important consideration for mission-critical applications requiring long-term reliability. For engineers designing circuits requiring compact, dependable capacitive elements with proven field performance, the AVX 12061A820KAT2M represents a well-established component choice suitable for implementation in production designs.