12061C474KAT2A

The AVX 12061C474KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose applications in industrial and commercial electronics. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, which is one of the most widely used surface-mount capacitor formats in modern PCB design. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components that store electrical energy and filter signals across a broad range of applications. The 1206 package provides a balance between compact size and ease of handling during manufacturing, making it suitable for high-volume production environments. This particular part is constructed using ceramic dielectric material with multiple internal layers, which allows for significant capacitance values within a relatively small footprint. The "C" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor uses a ceramic dielectric with specific electrical characteristics common to general-purpose applications. This type of capacitor is frequently specified in power supply filtering, decoupling, signal coupling, and noise suppression circuits across consumer, industrial, and telecommunications equipment. Engineers often select ceramic capacitors for applications requiring cost-effectiveness, reliability, and stable performance across standard operating temperature ranges. The AVX 12061 series represents a mature, well-established capacitor line that has been deployed in countless production designs over many years. This longevity in the market means that design resources, application notes, and integration experience are readily available to engineers. For manufacturers managing inventory and supply chains, selecting parts from established series like this offers advantages in terms of consistent availability and predictable performance characteristics. The 1206 package size remains popular in modern designs despite the industry's trend toward smaller components, because many applications do not require miniaturization and because the larger format provides measurable benefits for automated assembly and rework operations. This part would be suitable for applications where space constraints are moderate and where the standardized package reduces design complexity. Engineers might specify this exact part number when designs already incorporate AVX capacitors and standardization is preferred, when the specific electrical characteristics of this capacitor are verified to meet circuit requirements, or when supply chain reliability for this established part number is a key consideration. The combination of the 1206 package, proven ceramic multilayer construction, and AVX's manufacturing track record makes this a practical choice for industrial applications requiring dependable filtering and coupling functions.