12061C473KAT4A

The AVX 12061C473KAT4A is a multilayer ceramic chip capacitor (MLCC) from the 1206 package family, one of the most widely used component types in modern electronic equipment. This surface-mount capacitor is designed to provide stable capacitance and reliable performance across a broad range of industrial, consumer, and commercial applications. The 1206 package designation refers to the component's physical dimensions, making it a mid-sized chip capacitor that balances ease of handling and placement with sufficient surface area for good electrical performance. This size is particularly favored in applications where space constraints are moderate but reliability and stability are critical. The component integrates multiple ceramic layers internally, which allows manufacturers to achieve useful capacitance values in a compact form factor while maintaining relatively low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and good high-frequency performance. Engineers typically specify MLCC capacitors like this model in power supply circuits, signal coupling and decoupling applications, filtering stages, and timing circuits. In industrial control systems, this type of capacitor often appears near integrated circuits and voltage regulators, where it helps stabilize supply voltages and filter high-frequency noise. The multilayer construction provides reasonable performance across temperature variations, making these capacitors suitable for environments beyond standard commercial temperature ranges. The AVX brand designation on this part number indicates manufacturing by Kyocera AVX, a well-established producer of passive components with a strong reputation for consistent quality and reliability. Designers often specify AVX capacitors when procurement standards or supply chain reliability are important considerations. The C473 portion of the part number typically indicates a specific capacitance value within AVX's standard offering, part of their established product family. When selecting between competing MLCC options, engineers evaluate several factors including capacitance tolerance, voltage rating, operating temperature range, and application-specific performance metrics like ESR and resonant frequency behavior. The 1206 package size offers good visibility during manufacturing and rework compared to smaller alternatives, while maintaining compatibility with standard pick-and-place equipment used in volume production. This capacitor type represents a fundamental building block in contemporary electronics manufacturing. Its widespread adoption reflects decades of refinement in multilayer ceramic technology, making it a reliable choice for designers requiring proven performance and assured supply in new product development and maintenance applications alike.