12061C393JAT4A

The AVX 12061C393JAT4A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose energy storage and signal coupling applications in electronic circuits. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, one of the most widely used surface-mount capacitor formats in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental building blocks in power supplies, audio amplifiers, RF circuits, and digital signal processing equipment. They serve multiple critical functions including power supply filtering, decoupling, AC coupling, and resonant circuit tuning. The compact 1206 package size makes this capacitor particularly valuable in space-constrained applications where board real estate is at a premium, yet adequate capacitance value and performance are required. The "C393" designation in the part number indicates the capacitance value within AVX's naming convention. Capacitors in this series are typically constructed using high-dielectric-constant ceramic materials, allowing significant capacitance to be packaged in a small footprint. This makes them economical for high-volume production while maintaining the performance characteristics needed in industrial and consumer electronics. Engineers typically specify the 12061C393JAT4A when they need a cost-effective, reliable capacitor with proven long-term stability for applications that are not at the extreme performance edge of the technology spectrum. This part represents a balanced choice between performance, size, and cost—making it suitable for mainstream industrial electronics, telecommunications infrastructure, automotive systems, and consumer devices that require robust, proven components. The 1206 package format itself offers several practical advantages. Its dimensions allow efficient automated placement on production lines, it provides adequate lead geometry for both wave soldering and reflow processes, and it offers reasonable accessibility for hand rework if needed during assembly or field service. Additionally, the broad availability of 1206 capacitors from multiple manufacturers means design flexibility and supply chain alternatives if needed. Selection of this specific part number over alternatives typically reflects requirements for AVX's particular dielectric formulation, temperature stability characteristics, or dissipation factor performance. Engineers might also choose this part due to established supplier relationships, qualification history within their manufacturing process, or long-term reliability data from similar applications. The 12061C393JAT4A represents a mature, well-established component technology that continues to see widespread use across industrial, commercial, and consumer electronics markets worldwide.