12061C393KAT2A

The 12061C393KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the leading suppliers of passive electronic components for industrial and commercial applications. This component represents a standard choice for engineers designing reliable power delivery, filtering, and signal conditioning circuits across a wide range of electronic equipment. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are constructed from alternating layers of ceramic dielectric material and metallic electrodes, compressed together and fired at high temperature. This construction method allows manufacturers to achieve significant capacitance values in compact surface-mount packages, making them ideal for space-constrained applications where component density is critical. The part number designation indicates this is from AVX's standard commercial-grade capacitor family, suitable for general industrial electronics rather than specialized military or high-reliability markets. This capacitor type finds extensive use in applications including power supply circuits, where it provides localized energy storage and noise filtering near digital and analog IC power pins. Engineers commonly specify MLCCs in bypass applications to suppress high-frequency switching noise generated by microprocessors, microcontrollers, and logic devices. The components are also widely used in analog signal paths, audio circuits, and RF applications where their low equivalent series inductance (ESL) and resistance (ESR) characteristics prove advantageous. Industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, consumer electronics, and automotive electronics all routinely incorporate capacitors of this type. The surface-mount package format of this part allows for automated assembly using standard pick-and-place equipment, reducing manufacturing costs and improving consistency compared to through-hole alternatives. This makes it particularly attractive for high-volume production runs while remaining cost-effective even for moderate quantities. Engineers typically select specific MLCC part numbers based on required capacitance value, voltage rating, temperature coefficient stability, and physical size constraints within their circuit layouts. AVX's standard commercial-grade offerings provide excellent value for applications where extreme environmental ruggedness or specialized performance characteristics are not required. The reliability of ceramic capacitor technology combined with AVX's established quality control processes makes this part suitable for equipment expected to operate in industrial environments for extended periods. When designing circuits requiring decoupling, coupling, or filtering functions, engineers should consult the detailed specifications for this exact part number to confirm voltage ratings, capacitance tolerance, operating temperature range, and frequency-dependent performance characteristics match their application requirements.