12061C223KAT2A

# Product Description The 12061C223KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor manufactured by AVX, one of the leading suppliers of passive electronic components. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, which refers to the physical dimensions of the surface-mount device. The "C" designation indicates this is a ceramic capacitor with specific dielectric properties suited for general-purpose applications. Multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) are among the most widely used passive components in modern electronics. They function as energy storage devices and are essential for filtering, decoupling, timing, and signal coupling in circuits. The 1206 package size represents a mid-range option that balances practical handling characteristics with reasonable capacitance density, making it suitable for applications where component real estate is moderately constrained. The "223" portion of the part number indicates the capacitance value within AVX's naming convention. Capacitors in this range are commonly specified in power supply circuits, audio processing stages, RF applications, and general-purpose filtering networks. The "K" in the designation refers to the tolerance classification, which defines the allowable deviation of the actual capacitance value from its nominal rating. AVX's multilayer ceramic capacitors in the 1206 package are designed for automated assembly processes, featuring standard solder pad layouts compatible with pick-and-place equipment and wave soldering or reflow operations. This makes them practical for high-volume manufacturing environments across industrial, automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics sectors. Engineers typically specify this exact part number when they require a ceramic capacitor with the specific value encoded in the designation, paired with AVX's reputation for consistent quality and reliability. The 1206 package offers advantages over smaller packages (0603, 0402) when slightly larger capacitance values are needed without transitioning to physically bulkier packages like 1210 or beyond. This makes it a common choice in mixed-signal circuits, power distribution networks, and impedance matching applications. The ceramic construction provides stable performance across temperature ranges suitable for most industrial and commercial applications. AVX offers various dielectric formulations and performance grades within their MLCC portfolio, and this specific part number represents one configuration available to designers balancing cost, performance, and physical constraints. For applications requiring high reliability or specialized electrical characteristics, engineers may cross-reference this part against alternative suppliers' equivalent components, but AVX's manufacturing standards and distribution network make this a practical standard choice for production designs across multiple industries.