12061C513JAT2A

The AVX 12061C513JAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for high-reliability applications in industrial and commercial electronics. This component belongs to AVX's established family of surface-mount capacitors and is housed in a 1206 package format, a standard SMD size that balances board space efficiency with ease of handling and assembly in automated manufacturing environments. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components used across virtually all modern electronic assemblies. They function to store and release electrical energy, filter noise, decouple power supplies, and stabilize voltage across circuits. The 1206 package makes this part suitable for both high-volume production runs and mixed-signal applications where space constraints are moderate. The "C" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor uses a ceramic dielectric material, which is preferred in many industrial applications due to its stability, cost-effectiveness, and proven performance over extended operational lifespans. AVX is recognized within the electronics industry for consistent quality and reliability in passive component manufacturing, making their capacitors a common choice for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and contract manufacturers serving industrial sectors. Typical applications for MLCCs in the 1206 package include power supply circuits, signal conditioning circuits, RF filtering, timing circuits, and general-purpose decoupling in microcontroller and microprocessor boards. These capacitors are widely used in telecommunications equipment, test and measurement instruments, industrial control systems, and automotive electronics where dependable performance is essential. Engineers often specify AVX capacitors when they require a combination of proven reliability, consistent supply chain availability, and compatibility with established design standards. The 1206 format is particularly popular because it represents an optimal balance—larger packages like 1210 or 1812 take up more board space, while smaller packages like 0805 may present assembly challenges or limit available capacitance values depending on the dielectric chosen. For industrial applications, the choice of a specific capacitor manufacturer and part number typically reflects requirements for temperature stability, voltage rating consistency, and long-term availability. AVX's position as a major manufacturer ensures that designs using this component can be reliably reproduced and maintained throughout a product's lifecycle. When evaluating alternatives, engineers consider factors such as the required capacitance value, voltage rating, temperature coefficient characteristics, and physical space constraints. The specific construction and materials in this part number make it suitable for general-purpose industrial and commercial use where standard performance classes are adequate.