12061C222KAT4A

The AVX 12061C222KAT4A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose filtering, decoupling, and energy storage applications in electronic circuits. As a surface-mount component in the 1206 package size, this capacitor offers a compact footprint suitable for modern PCB designs where space efficiency is important without sacrificing performance. This capacitor belongs to AVX's established lineup of reliable ceramic capacitors widely used across industrial, telecommunications, automotive, and consumer electronics sectors. The 1206 package format is one of the most commonly specified sizes in contemporary electronics manufacturing, balancing ease of assembly with practical capacitance density. This standardization means the part integrates readily into existing production workflows and is compatible with standard automated assembly equipment. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model are valued for their stable performance across temperature ranges typical of industrial environments. They exhibit low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and low equivalent series inductance (ESL), making them particularly effective for high-frequency decoupling near digital logic chips, power distribution, and signal integrity applications. The ceramic dielectric provides reliable capacitance stability and low leakage current, characteristics essential for power supply filtering in microcontroller circuits, FPGA boards, and mixed-signal systems. Engineers typically specify this particular part number when they need a proven, cost-effective solution from an established manufacturer with consistent quality control. AVX capacitors are recognized for reliable long-term performance and are commonly found in mission-critical applications where component failure carries significant consequences. The specific designation in this part number encodes particular electrical characteristics—including capacitance value, voltage rating, and temperature coefficient—that make it suitable for specific circuit requirements. The 1206 package size provides practical advantages over smaller alternatives like 0805 or 0603 packages, offering slightly larger lead terminations that can improve solder joint reliability on production lines and reduce risk of thermal stress-related failures. This makes it especially appealing for applications experiencing thermal cycling or mechanical vibration. Simultaneously, it remains substantially smaller than through-hole or larger surface-mount formats, enabling efficient board layout. This capacitor would typically be selected as part of a multi-capacitor filtering strategy in power distribution networks, decoupling arrays near integrated circuits, or signal coupling applications. Its proven performance track record and wide industry adoption make it a standard choice for equipment designers seeking reliable, readily-available components that reduce design risk and supply chain complications.